Title: Assistant/Associate Professor

Employee Classification: Associate Professor

Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center

Division: HSC-Provost & Exec VP

SubDivision-Department: HSC-College of Nursing

Department: HSC-Office of the Dean - Nursing-307000

Job Location: Fort Worth

Salary: Commensurate with experience.

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility:

About Us - Values Overview:

Department Summary

The University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth is excited to announce the formation of its College of Nursing. The new college will help address the shortage of nurses in Texas, which has the second-fewest nurses per capita in the U.S.
Learn more about the college’s launch.

The new College of Nursing will join five other colleges and schools offering degree programs at HSC: the Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine, School of Biomedical Sciences, School of Public Health, School of Health Professions and College of Pharmacy.

Position Overview

UNT Health Science Center (HSC) College of Nursing is seeking an application for an Assistant or Associate Professor position to serve as a faculty for the psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner program. The successful candidate will be board certified as a PMHNP and eligible for licensure in Texas. This candidate will teach courses, develop curriculum, conduct research/scholarship, advise students, and engage in service to the department, university, and profession. The position is an Assistant or Associate Professor rank and is non-tenure track appointment.

Minimum Qualifications

A doctoral degree in nursing or a related field or Masters’ Degree based on the rank.
-A valid nursing license in the state of Texas or eligibility for licensure.
-Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level.
-A record of scholarly research and publication in nursing or related fields.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and students from diverse backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in curriculum development and design.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Licensure or eligibility for licensures as an RN and APRN in Texas, National Board Certification as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner.

Job Duties:

• Teach graduate and/or undergraduate nursing courses in assigned areas of expertise. 
• Participate in ongoing professional development to enhance teaching, research, and service. 
• Maintain an active role in the nursing profession through participation in professional organizations, community outreach, and other related activities.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of nursing programs and curriculum.
• Participate in departmental and university committees and service activities. 
• Provide academic advising and mentorship to nursing students. 
• Publish research findings in peer reviewed journals and present at professional conferences.
• Engage in research and scholarship in nursing or related fields. 
• Develop and revise course content and instructional materials in accordance with departmental and university standards.

Work Schedule:

Hours vary.

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits:

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EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.