Professor of Practice - Nurse Anesthesia Program
About The Position
The Department of Advanced Clinical Sciences Nurse Anesthesia Program invites applications for a part-time, 0.5 FTE Professor of Practice faculty member. This 12-month, in-person, non-tenure/non-status track position is intended for practicing clinicians interested in educating and training nurse anesthesia students. The position is scheduled to begin in November 2026 during the 2026–2027 academic year. Faculty members must comply with internal academic policies and external accreditation requirements to retain their appointment. The role includes teaching and departmental service responsibilities. The teaching assignment depends on the position’s FTE; a 1.0 FTE appointment carries a maximum expected load of ten courses per year, with lower loads for positions below 1.0 FTE. Overload guidelines apply as appropriate.
Requirements
- Doctoral degree in nursing, nurse anesthesia, or a related field, or evidence of progress toward a doctoral degree.
- Active certification as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA).
- State licensure as a Registered Nurse.
- Minimum of 3–5 years of current full-time practice as a CRNA.
- Evidence of or progress toward formal instruction in curriculum, evaluation, and instruction.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a positive approach to collaboration.
- Established ability to work effectively as a team member.
- Excellent verbal, written, and electronic communication skills.
- Enthusiasm and commitment to educating and supporting the professional development of future CRNAs.
Nice To Haves
- Strong computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Teams), Adobe Acrobat, and Canvas.
- Experience in clinical, didactic, and/or simulation instruction.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Program Director and Assistant Program Director with the Nurse Anesthesia Program’s daily operations.
- Support activities related to, and ensure compliance with, accreditation by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs.
- Provide didactic and simulation instruction to Nurse Anesthesia Program students.
- Advise students and assist with doctoral scholarly projects.
- Assist with program and curriculum development.
- Participate in departmental committee work.
- Serve as faculty liaison for assigned clinical sites.
- Participate in continuing professional development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
