Full-Time Clinical Faculty: School of Nursing

Quinnipiac University • North Haven, CT

22h

About The Position

Quinnipiac University's School of Nursing invites applicants who are dynamic clinicians and educators for a full-time 12-month clinical track faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. We are particularly interested in candidates with practice and teaching experience in fundamentals of nursing combined with either pediatrics or obstetrics/women’s health, along with the ability to teach across the lifespan and expertise in didactic, clinical, and/or laboratory settings. The position supports the School’s competency-based curriculum aligned with the AACN 2021 Essentials, emphasizing learner-centered approaches, clinical judgment, and integration of evidence-based practice. Faculty members contribute to the development of practice ready nurses and advanced practice nurses through innovative teaching strategies and mentoring. Faculty support the School’s mission to develop exceptional, practice-ready nurses as leaders in science-based, holistic care through innovative and inclusive education. About the School/Program: The Quinnipiac University School of Nursing has been educating nurses for more than 50 years. Our mission is to develop exceptional, practice-ready nurses as leaders in science-based, holistic care through innovation and inclusive education. Strategic priorities are aligned with innovative programs, student success, thriving community, and sustainable resources. We offer programs leading to bachelor’s master’s, and doctoral degrees that prepare graduates for successful careers in hospitals, clinics, schools, communities, and many other settings. School of Nursing graduates become leaders at each level of their careers and facilitate positive changes within healthcare. Our unique approach to patient care has distinguished the School as the only bachelor’s degree program in New England and 1 of only 17 nursing schools in the nation that offer programs endorsed by the American Holistic Nurses Credentialing Corporation. We are a highly collaborative and supportive community that is committed to high quality educational experience, advancing diversity in all areas. Successful candidates will share the School of Nursing values of belonging, compassion, collaboration, curiosity, and integrity. The School provides faculty members with: A structured orientation and mentoring An assigned faculty affiliate Regular workshops by the university’s Innovations in Learning and Teaching center Opportunities to work with nationally recognized faculty and staff Opportunity for one clinical practice day per week Generous support for conference attendance and professional development Support with grant applications for faculty research or curricular innovations A culture of community, teamwork, and professionalism A climate that values diversity and inclusion Values of belonging, collaboration, compassion, curiosity and integrity About Quinnipiac: Quinnipiac University is a private, coeducational institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university currently has an enrollment of 9,700 students in more than 100 degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Education, Computing & Engineering, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing and the College of Arts & Sciences. Our 21 Division I teams have achieved remarkable success, boasting multiple conference titles. This includes a 2023 NCAA National Championship win in ice hockey, a three-time defending national champion women's rugby team, and a trip to the Sweet 16 for our women's basketball team. The Quinnipiac University Poll is nationally recognized as a leader in public opinion research, and the university is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report and Princeton Review. The Wall Street Journal ranked Quinnipiac #51 among the best colleges in the nation, and second in Connecticut, for our exceptional graduation rate, salary impact, learning facilities, career preparation and learning opportunities. The university is in the midst of program expansion and renewal for both traditional and adult learners, the development of innovative strategic partnerships, and just opened a South Quad with three new buildings. For more information, please visit qu.edu. Connect with Quinnipiac on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and X.

Requirements

• Required: unencumbered RN license in Connecticut
• Required: doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, DNP) in nursing or related field

Nice To Haves

• Experience with competency-based education and curriculum development
• Evidence of effective teaching
• Recent clinical practice experience
• Service to profession or community
• Commitment to contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community

Responsibilities

• Teaching intensive, clinical track nursing faculty position, with primary responsibility for educating undergraduate nursing students with potential future opportunities to teach within the School’s graduate programs
• Design and implement learning experiences that reflect competency-based education principles
• Participate in competency-based curriculum development, assessment, and continuous quality improvement aligned with the AACN 2021 Essentials
• Flexibility to teach on campus, online, and in hybrid delivery formats
• Advise and mentor students to support academic success and professional growth
• Contribute to School and University service, including committee participation and professional engagement within the community
• Engage in scholarly activities and maintain currency in nursing practice and education
• Participate in faculty development
• Engage in the School of Nursing’s strategic plan
• Actively participate in the School of Nursing community

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes tuition remission and a culture that is inclusive and driven by excellence.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree