Assistant Research Professor

Position Description The Assistant Research Professor will support the design, implementation, evaluation, and dissemination of NursAbility, a Duke Endowment-funded initiative to increase the representation and retention of nurses with disabilities in the nursing workforce. Drawing on expertise in disability-inclusive education and nursing workforce development, this position will contribute to all phases of the project, including curriculum and program development, data collection and analysis, community and stakeholder engagement, and scholarly dissemination of findings. Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience Doctorate in Nursing or a related health sciences field required. Minimum of two years of experience in disability-inclusive education, nursing workforce development, or a related area. Preferred Qualifications Experience with program development and evaluation preferred. Lived experience with disability strongly preferred. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Knowledge of disability rights frameworks, including the Americans with Disabilities Act, and their application in nursing education and healthcare employment settings. Knowledge of nursing workforce development, pre-licensure education, and clinical accommodation practices. Demonstrated ability to contribute to program design, implementation, and evaluation. Demonstrated ability to produce scholarly work for academic and professional audiences, including manuscripts, presentations, and reports. Skill in community and stakeholder engagement, including work with disability-led organizations. Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based, community-engaged research environment. Ability to work with independence and exercise professional judgment in a complex project environment. Job Duties Program Development and Implementation Contribute to the development, refinement, and implementation of NursAbility program components, including the annual summer immersion curriculum, pre‑licensure student workshops, and professional development workshops for faculty and hospital staff. Apply expertise in disability‑inclusive education and nursing workforce development to ensure program content reflects current evidence, disability rights frameworks, and the lived experience of nurses with disabilities. Program Evaluation Support data collection, tracking of program metrics, and preparation of internal and funder progress reports. Contribute to ongoing quality improvement efforts and assist in synthesizing evaluation findings for dissemination purposes. Scholarly Dissemination Lead and contribute to the dissemination of program findings and outcomes through peer‑reviewed manuscripts, conference presentations, and professional publications. Support grant writing activities to identify and pursue sustainable funding for program continuation beyond the project period. Community and Stakeholder Engagement Serve as a key liaison with community and organizational partners, including Able South Carolina, Lexington Medical Center, and the National Organization of Nurses with Disabilities. Support collaborative decision‑making, facilitate partner communication, and contribute to the integration of community perspectives across all program activities. Position Attributes Hazardous weather category: None Employees in Safety‑Sensitive or Security‑Sensitive positions will be subject to pre‑employment and post‑employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95. Benefits The University of South Carolina (UofSC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. Research Grant or Time‑limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding. Equal Opportunity Statement The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV /AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations. Required Documents Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae List of References and Contact Information #J-18808-Ljbffr University of South Carolina