What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor, Nursing position at University of Tampa?
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Position Details
The Department of Nursing in the College of Natural and Health Sciences at The University of Tampa invites qualified applicants for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning Fall 2024 or Spring 2025. APRN license and ANNC or AANPCB certification as a Nurse Practitioner is required.
The department is interested in candidates who have an interest in teaching adult / older adult healthcare management, advanced pathophysiology, pharmacology, and health assessment, EBP practice, health care prevention and promotion. Experience in teaching and curriculum development in BSN-DNP program desired.
The successful candidate is expected to have a commitment to classroom and clinical teaching. Opportunity in teaching across all programs (BSN, MSN AGNP-PC and FNP programs and post- masters DNP) is available. Position also includes student advising, scholarly activity, service and clinical practice within the environment of a liberal arts institution. A typical teaching load is 12 credit hours in a 14-week semester. Nursing faculty have one-day week scheduled for clinical practice if desired.
The successful candidate will have :
1. An MSN and doctoral degree (PhD, EdD or DNP) in nursing required.
2. National certification as AGNP-PC or FNP is required.
3. Florida APRN licensure required.
4. Evidence of teaching experience in an academic setting is required.
5. Two (2) years or more of clinical practice in nursing specialty area.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Minority applicants are encouraged to apply.
Required Attachments
The documents listed below are required and should be uploaded to the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page of the application.
1. Cover letter
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Statement about Scholarship Interests
4. Statement of Research Interest
5. Statement of Teaching Philosophy
6. Copy of graduate transcript / terminal degree
7. Name and contact information of three (3) references
Reference Letters
Three reference letters from external providers are required. Please have the reference provider email the reference letter to Employment@ut.edu to include your name and the position you applied for in the email subject line.
Additional Information
The University of Tampa is a medium-sized, comprehensive, residentially-based private institution of more than 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students. The University is ideally situated on a beautiful 110-acre campus next to the Hillsborough River, adjacent to Tampa's dynamic central business district, which is a growing, vibrant, diverse metropolitan area. UT reflects this vibrancy; with 24 consecutive years of enrollment growth UT boasts 260 student organizations, a multicultural student body from 50 states and more than 100 countries, and "Top Tier" ranking in U.S. News and World Report.
The University delivers challenging and high-quality educational experiences to a diverse group of learners. The University has a strong core curriculum rooted in the liberal arts, an enduring commitment to internationalization that has garnered the Senator Paul Simon Award, and a practical, experiential approach to learning. The University offers more than 200 areas of study, including majors in our colleges of Arts and Letters, Business, Natural and Health Sciences and Social Sciences, Math and Education and 14 master's programs.
The College of Natural and Health Sciences offers rigorous, high quality curricula in biology, marine science, environmental science, chemistry, biochemistry, physics, forensic science, exercise science, public health, allied health, sport management and nursing; all designed to prepare students for challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. Our faculty are excellent teachers, both in the classroom and working with students on an individual basis. UT has invested heavily in the development of our college's teaching and research facilities and laboratories. Our college continually fosters relationships with organizations in the greater Tampa Bay area and elsewhere to provide students with the opportunity to pursue an internship, volunteer, or interact with professionals working in their chosen field. Each department also offers study abroad courses that students can take for credit toward their degree. For more information, see : https : / / www.ut.edu / academics / college-of-natural-and-health-sciences.
The University of Tampa is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, gender identity, veteran status, or any other non-job related criteria. The University of Tampa recognizes the importance of a multicultural community of students, faculty, and staff who seek to advance our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The University invites applications from underrepresented groups and those who have academic experiences with diverse populations.
Submission Guidelines
To receive full consideration for a faculty appointment with The University of Tampa, please be sure to submit / upload documents as required for this position at time of application submission. Required documents should be submitted in the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page of the application before continuing through the application.
External Field
Background Check Requirements
Finalists may be required to submit to a criminal background check.
