Assistant Professor - Nursing

Department : Deans Office - CON Salary : Commensurate with Experience/Education
Description :


The University of Houston Andy and Barbara Gessner College of Nursing at the Sugar Land Campus and Katy Campus is seeking outstanding candidates for 9-month, research intensive Tenure-Track (TT) faculty positions. The applicant must have exceptional leadership, scholarship and excellence in teaching.

The University of Houston is a Carnegie Tier 1 public research university located close to major energy companies and the Texas Medical Center. Houston is the fourth largest city in the United States and has first-rate recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and affordable housing.

Faculty responsibilities include: research, ongoing curriculum development and evaluation; classroom and clinical instruction in the undergraduate and graduate programs using on-site, simulation, on-line, and distance education strategies; some travel; participation in college and university committees; engaging in research, service and academic advising. Faculty work collaboratively and support each other in a pleasant environment.

The Gessner College of Nursing is proud of its excellent BSN, MSN and DNP programs; innovative web-enhanced education; Society for Simulation in Healthcare accredited simulation centers; and supportive student environment for both face-to-face and on-line learning.

A minimum of three letters of recommendation required before an offer can be made. Please provide contact information for three professional references who will be contacted by the search committee during the selection process.

Qualifications
1. Doctorate in nursing or related field required.
2. Master's degree in nursing from a professionally accredited school of nursing if the doctorate is not in nursing.
3. Established research focus and peer reviewed publications.
4. Candidate must possess unencumbered primary license as a registered nurse in Texas.
5. Minimum 2 years of clinical experience is required.
6. Excellent clinical and communication skills.
7. Minimum 2 years of teaching experience required.

Required Attachments by Candidate
Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter/Letter of Application, 3 Professional References for Letters of Recommendation, Unofficial Transcripts

Official transcripts are required for a faculty appointment and will be requested upon selection of the final candidate.

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check. Individuals conducting research in critical infrastructure areas (i.e., communication infrastructure systems, cybersecurity systems, electric grid, hazardous waste treatment systems, and/or water treatment facilities) are subject to regular review to ensure the security and integrity of the research is maintained.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.