Assistant Professor of Nursing

Assistant Professor Position in the School of NursingThe University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking a 12-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor in the School of Nursing (SON). Responsibilities include teaching, advising, mentoring, and assessing students throughout the nursing program. Nursing faculty also engage in service to the university, community, and nursing profession. Scholarly work and/or research are also requirements for those in a tenure-track or tenured position. In-state residency is required after employment begins. This position is governed by state and federal laws, as well as agency and institutional policies.QualificationsRequired Education and/or Experience:A master's degree with a major in nursing, OR A doctoral degree with a major in nursing, OR A doctoral degree (Ph.D., DNP, or EdD), and a master's in nursing;Applicant must also have a current, unencumbered Arkansas or multi-state RN license from a compact state or the ability to obtain Arkansas licensure prior to the position start date.Preferred Education and/or Experience:Doctoral degree in Nursing or related field; or current enrollment in a doctoral program;Teaching experience and recent experience in nursing practice or nursing education in the area(s) of the program need;CNE Certification.Job Duties and ResponsibilitiesTeach, advise, mentor, and evaluate students throughout the nursing program;Participate in service to the university, community, and profession;Establish and maintain a program of scholarly activities;Conduct clinical, face-to-face, hybrid, and/or online student learning activities designed to meet student and program learning outcomes;Effective communication with staff, students, peers, agency personnel, and administration;Consistent meeting of established timelines and project completion dates;Contributes to the evaluation and revision of courses (i.e., content, assignments, forms, learning activities, etc.);Development of test items in accordance with the School of Nursing (SON) guidelines (AAS);Evidence of continued role development (i.e., seminars, workshops);Demonstrates knowledge of current nursing practice and contemporary healthcare trends.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesAbility to teach and mentor students throughout the nursing program. Teaching may include clinical, face-to-face, online, and/or hybrid formats;Ability to work with a varied population;Computer literacy and experience;Ability to work a flexible schedule, which may include evening, nights, or weekends;Ability to travel occasionally, including overnight stays;Ability to drive a motor vehicle and possess a valid driver's license;Ability to maintain scheduled on-campus office days.Additional InformationSalary Information: Commensurate with education and experienceRequired Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume, Statement of Teaching PhilosophyOptional Documents: