What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Scientist position at University of Nevada, Reno?
The Orvis School of Nursing seeks a dynamic and highly skilled Nurse Scientist with an established record of clinical scholarship to drive impactful clinical research, advance nursing outcomes in acute and subacute care, and foster interprofessional scholarship within a tertiary care academic practice partnership. This role integrates clinical expertise with innovative research to enhance patient outcomes and nursing practice through evidence-based approaches.
The Nurse Scientist primarily focuses on undergraduate nursing students' education while contributing to graduate and doctoral programs. By delivering direct instruction and mentorship and integrating cutting-edge research into undergraduate curricula, they lay a strong foundation for students to bridge theory and practice effectively. This role is a cornerstone in the Orvis School of Nursing's commitment to advancing nursing science and improving patient care through research, innovation, and interprofessional collaboration. The faculty will provide leadership to the Center for Nursing Outcomes Research within the Office of Research and Innovation.
The Nurse Scientist contributions emphasize undergraduate education and include the following:
- Prioritizing undergraduate courses with innovative, research-informed teaching methods.
- Providing mentorship to undergraduate students, as well as to doctoral candidates and early-career faculty, to foster scholarly and professional development.
- Leading curricular initiatives that integrate research findings into undergraduate nursing practice.
This role highlights dedication to advancing undergraduate nursing education while supporting students and faculty across all academic levels.
Faculty rank (Assistant/Associate/Full Professor) will be determined commensurate with qualifications and experience, including the option of an Endowed Professorship. This position is for a B3, 12-month contract, non-tenure track OR tenure-track position.
Required Qualifications
- PhD in nursing, clinical research, or other relevant research-focused doctoral preparation. A graduate degree in nursing (PhD, DNP, or MSN) is required.
- Minimum of five years of acute care nursing experience.
- Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Nevada or eligible for licensure in Nevada.
- Proven success in grant writing, with a preference for securing and managing NIH, PCORI, or similar funding sources.
- Strong analytical, statistical, and research skills with experience in diverse methodologies.
- Demonstrated leadership, team building, and project management abilities.
- Flexibility and openness to guided research and collaboration aligned with institutional and clinical priorities.
Compensation Grade
Assistant Professor
Associate Professor
Professor
To view the salary schedule for this position, please visit: Salary Schedules and select Academic Faculty. Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience.
Remarkable Retirement
Our retirement plan is beyond compare. The University generously matches your 17.50% contribution. With the faculty retirement plan, you are 100% vested on your first day. Sit back and watch your retirement dollars grow! All permanent employees on an annual "A" or "B" contract employed at least 50% full-time are eligible to participate in the NSHE retirement program unless they are members of PERS of Nevada.
“I had no idea the values of the faculty retirement plan when I joined UNR. I discovered I was fully vested in my contributions and the company’s 17.5% matching on my first day. I have watched my retirement grow over the years, not only in contributions but with investments. It is hard to describe how appreciative I am to feel so secure in my future” – Michelle B.
Perks of Working at UNR!
- Health insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance
- Generous annual and sick leave and life insurance – Faculty Benefits
- E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options. E.L. Wiegand Fitness Center
- Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through difficult moments. Mountain EAP is in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services about personal or interpersonal issues.
- Several Diversity Committees and Affinity Groups focus on campus-wide diversity initiatives to ensure we are working to create a diverse and welcoming campus climate. Diversity Groups
- Faculty Senate is the principal representing body for faculty. Its membership includes representatives from each academic and administrative major unit of the University. Faculty Senate
- No State Tax!
Grants-in-aid for Faculty Employees
The University is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate. Faculty dependents have unlimited credits, but to be eligible, children must be unmarried and under twenty-four. They must receive at least 50% of their financial support from the employee and/or the employee’s spouse or domestic partner. Faculty Grants-in-Aid
Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program
The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes the importance of addressing dual-career couples’ professional needs. We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners that provides resources and assists them in identifying career opportunities in Northern Nevada. Dual Career Assistance Program
College Information
For more information about Orvis School of Nursing, please visit: https://www.unr.edu/nursing
This posting is open until filled
Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. This search will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.
