What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor of Nursing position at Sam Houston State University?
Posting Details
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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work / life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
Position Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Position Title
Clinical Assistant / Associate Professor of Nursing
Requisition
202500013F
Rank
Clinical Assistant or Clinical Associate Professor
FLSA status
Exempt
Hiring Salary
Salary commensurate with education and experience
Position Category
Position Type
Full-Time Non-Tenure Track
College
College of Health Sciences
Department
Nursing
Open Date
02 / 21 / 2025
Quicklink
https : / / shsu.peopleadmin.com / postings / 42343
Refer Applicants To
Contact Name
Cynthia Gallatin
Title
Contact Phone
936-202-5116
Contact Email
cjn020@shsu.edu
Position Details
Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job
The duties and responsibilities of this position include teaching across the curriculum in both classroom and clinical setting; advising and mentoring students; performing professional and community service and outreach; and contributing to ongoing program evaluation and improvement
Educational Requirements for the Position
Earned Masters or Doctorate in nursing from an accredited institution.
Must hold an active, or be eligible for, an unencumbered Texas APRN license
Experience Required for the Position
Evidence of and / or ability to teach in University / College institutions. Demonstrated involvement in professional service. Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills and collegiality.
Other Requirements for the Position
Prior experience supporting nursing student learning in early-stage clinical, simulation, and skills lab environments. Prior experience coordinating clinical experiences for nursing courses. Prior practice experience in medical-surgical environments and / or critical care environments as an RN and / or APN. Use of technology in instruction and experience with distance / online education, scholarship, and / or practice, preferred. Recent or current clinical practice experience preferred.
Special Instructions Summary
We invite applications for 9 months, full-time, clinical faculty at the rank of Clinical Assistant / Associate Professor. Rank will be determined on qualifications.
The School of Nursing offers a baccalaureate degree in nursing with approximately 400 students and 24 full-time faculty. The University is a member of the Texas State System. The School of Nursing is located at The Woodlands Center campus in The Woodlands, Texas. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain a campus presence as part of the School of Nursing faculty.
Open Until Filled
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke / Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.
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