9-Month Instructor

Oregon Health & Science University; Monmouth (OR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

26 days of PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Oregon Health & Science University seeks qualified candidates for a faculty position in the School of Nursing. The role involves classroom instruction, clinical teaching, mentoring students, and contributing to research. Applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of whether they meet all qualifications to promote diversity.

OHSU offers competitive benefits, including comprehensive health coverage, paid time off, and various employee discounts, emphasizing a commitment to inclusivity and an anti-racist workplace.

Qualifications

• Strong classroom instruction skills using appropriate technologies.
• Experience in curriculum development and evaluation.
• Competence in clinical expertise and engaging in scholarly inquiry.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective classroom and clinical instruction.
• Mentors and advises students in their academic pathways.
• Engage in research and scholarship contributing to clinical practices.

Skills

Effective classroom instruction

Curriculum development

Clinical instruction

Student mentorship

Education

MSN or equivalent for Instructor

PhD/DNP or equivalent for Assistant Professor or higher

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

At OHSU’s School of Nursing, we are guided by a mission of healing, teaching, and discovery to optimize health, prepare nurse leaders, and transform health care. As a trauma‑informed organization, we are deeply committed to fostering a culture grounded in well‑being, diversity, excellence, integrity, and collaboration. We value health, safety, and respect for all. We promote equity, inclusion, and social justice, striving for innovation and sustainability in all we do.

The appointee shall provide services as assigned by the supervisor in furtherance of the university’s missions and goals of teaching, research, patient care, outreach, and public service.

This position reports to (supervisor): Angie Docherty

Education Activities (Includes didactic, clinical, and mentoring activities)

Didactic Teaching

• Provides effective classroom instruction based on teaching assignments, using appropriate instructional technologies to ensure that course outcomes are met.
• Participates collaboratively in the development, implementation, and evaluation of curriculum.

Clinical Teaching

• Plans, supervises, and delivers effective clinical instruction in lab, simulation, and real‑world healthcare settings, ensuring students apply theoretical knowledge to practical situations.

Student Mentorship and Supervision

• Mentors and advises students across academic and professional development areas.

Scholarly Activities (Research/writing, abstracts, grant‑supported work, presentations, etc.)

• Participates in scholarly activities based on faculty rank.
• At the Assistant Professor rank or higher, faculty in the practice mission, demonstrates competence in an area of clinical expertise and engages in inquiry and scholarship that contributes to the science of clinical practice.
• At the Assistant Professor rank or higher, faculty in the research mission advance a program of research, prepare grants and seek funding, and engage with other missions to foster inquiry within the SON.

Service Activities

• These activities could include committee membership, professional activities, and other campus specific activities as assigned by the Program or Academic Director.
• Participates in faculty governance; additional strategic initiatives based on rank.

Education and Experience (Degree dependent on academic program type and rank of position. Experience dependent on academic program type and rank of position)

• Instructor: MSN or equivalent
• Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Professor: PhD/DNP or equivalent

Registrations, Certifications, and/or Licenses (Current licensure & certifications could be required depending on position and academic program.)

• BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA)

As one of Portland’s largest and premier employers, OHSU is committed to providing comprehensive, affordable, and customizable benefits for our employees. OHSU’s medical plans offer comprehensive coverage with access to the best physicians and hospitals, including the award‑winning care we provide at OHSU. Most full‑time employees do not pay any amount for employee‑only coverage for medical, dental, and vision coverage. Our total rewards package includes 26 days of PTO*, 9 paid holidays*, employee discount programs, and options for tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, and retirement plans in addition to many other benefits. Most faculty positions are eligible for relocation assistance.

*Prorated based on FTE.

Creating an inclusive community doesn’t just happen and cannot be achieved by a single department or individual. It is a transformation that occurs only when each of us embraces diversity and leads by example. Candidates that value OHSU’s commitment to building an anti‑racist workplace are strongly encouraged to apply.

We are seeking the best candidate for the position, and we understand that qualified candidates come from a range of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and pathways to competency. We encourage you to apply if you feel you can perform the essential responsibilities of the position even if you are unsure whether you meet the minimum qualifications described or are unsure if your experience could be considered related experience.