TT ASSISTANT- ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR or RNTT ASSISTANT- ASSOCIATE CLINICAL PROFESSOR / BSN PROGRAM / UMKC School of Nursing & Health Studies
University of Missouri-Kansas City
Kansas City, MO
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 15, 2024
Hiring Department
University of Missouri-Kansas City
School of Nursing and Health Studies
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
The School is located in the heart of Kansas City on the Health Science District campus, along with the Schools of Dentistry, Medicine and Pharmacy. The School of Nursing and Health Studies, with over 1,400 students, offers a pre-licensure BSN, RN to BSN, MSN, DNP and PhD programs. The School has full accreditation from CCNE and UMKC has NCA accreditation.We are a team with a passion for nursing and a mission to improve health outcomes for all. The School values excellence in teaching, scholarship, clinical practice, and service.UMKC's undergraduate nursing program has been rated No. 86 of 650 nursing programs by U.S. News and World Report in 2023.https://sonhs.umkc.edu/
Three teaching hospitals, the Health Department and several clinics are adjacent to the campus. Research expertise at the School of Nursing and Health Studies spans the translational continuum from basic science to direct patient care, along with community action research which addresses urban health issues, cardiovascular health as well as women's health.
Job Description
The School of Nursing and Health Studies at the University of Missouri – Kansas City seeks applications for a 12-month,tenure-track/tenured Assistant/AssociateProfessorora 9-month ranked non-tenure track Assistant/Associate Clinical Professor, to teach nursing fundamentals and other courses for our undergraduate BSN program.
The faculty selected for this position will be expected to:
· teach in the undergraduate program (full- time);
· provide service appropriate to the position;
· advance the goals of the School of Nursing and the University of Missouri-Kansas City's Strategic Plan;
· remain current in clinical practice; and
· provide guidance in the application of technology to nursing.
Tenure/tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professors will also be expected to either initiate or continue a program of research. The School seeks faculty of regional or national prominence to teach in our innovative programs. Accredited by the Commission for Collegiate Nursing Education,
Qualifications
To be considered forTenure-Track/Tenured positionof Assistant/Associate Professor and forRanked non-tenure track positionof Associate Clinical Professor, you must have PhD or DNP in nursing or related field.
To be considered forRanked non-tenure track positionof Assistant Clinical Professor, you must have at a minimum an earned Master's degree in nursing or related field.
In addition to the above, you must also have:
· at least five years of clinical expertise in adult medical/surgical nursing;
· a record of quality teaching and service appropriate to the rank;
· expertise in applying technology, including computer skills, to nursing;
· eligibility for licensure as a registered nurse in the state of Missouri;
· excellent interpersonal and communication skills; and,
· the ability to work collaboratively with faculty and student teams.
Preferred Qualifications
Clinical experience and/or expertise in pre-licensure baccalaureate clinical/lab education related to medical/surgical nursing.
Anticipated Hiring Range
Compensation is commensurate with rank, contract length, qualifications, experience and demonstrated or potential for externally funded research.
Application Materials
For consideration, you must complete the name and contact information of the online application atwww.umkc.edu/jobs, click in Academic Positions Job Opening ID49100.
Please provide and upload the following application materials:
· personal letter of interest and applicable experience which qualifies you for a tenure-eligible or ranked non-tenure track faculty position;
o tenure-eligible applicants must provide a statement of research interest, experience, and potential for/or success in extramural funding;
· curriculum vitae; and
· a list of at least 3 professional references with current, complete contact information for each.
Combine all materials into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as your resume attachment not to exceed 11MB. Limit document name to 50 charactersand do not include any special characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.).
· If you are experiencing technical problems during application, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu.
· For questions about the position, please contact umkcfacultysearch@umkc.edu including the Job Identification number49100TTand name of the position.
· Reasonable accommodations may be requested during the application and recruitment process. If you need an accommodation, please contact the Office of Affirmative Action at (816) 235-1323.
We will contact references and request educational transcripts for applicants who progress to the finalist stage.
Application Deadline
Review of applications begin upon receipt, the position remains open until a qualified candidate is hired.
Other Information
Full-time, benefit-eligible, 12-month tenure track/tenured position
OR
Full-time, benefit-eligible, 9-month, ranked non-tenure track position
January 2024 start date is targeted, but negotiable. Our academic schedules and workload provide for a positive work/life balance.
The UMKC School of Nursing and Health Studiesis a partner of the UMKC Health Sciences District. The District strives to be a premier academic health district, engaging in cutting-edge biomedical research and entrepreneurship, delivering state-of-the-science health care, and educating the next generation of health care professionals. UMKC provides unique opportunities for research and health care collaboration across its Schools of: Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing & Health Studies, and Pharmacy as well as University Health physicians, regional health care institutions, and the University of Missouri System's NextGen Data Science and Analytics Innovation Center.
Kansas Cityis a diverse and vibrant community with an affordable cost of living. Our UMKC campuses are centered in the hubs of business activity, cultural arts, (some great barbeque and ethnic cuisine!) and health science research engagement for both campuses. As one of the largest cities in Missouri, we are home to national championship sports teams, a rich history of cultural arts and music, NASCAR racing, and a community that is very engaged with and supportive of our university initiatives. Our beautiful state has rolling hills, rivers, lakes, and long bike/hiking trails for those that enjoy time in the great outdoors. Kansas City offers something for everyone!
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website athttps://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.
In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visithttps://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeoor call Human Resources at 816-235-1621.
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