9-Month Undergraduate Faculty

Oregon Health & Science University; Klamath Falls (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Oregon Health & Science University is seeking candidates for teaching positions at the School of Nursing. Responsibilities include effective classroom instruction, clinical mentorship, and participation in scholarly activities. The ideal candidates will have appropriate degrees, such as MSN for instructors, or PhD/DNP for higher ranks, accompanied by BLS certification.

The university is committed to building an inclusive community and encouraging diversity, inviting all qualified candidates to apply.

Qualifications

• MSN or equivalent is required for instructor positions.
• PhD/DNP or equivalent is required for Assistant Professor and higher.
• Must possess current BLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective classroom and clinical instruction.
• Mentor and supervise students in academic and professional development.
• Participate in scholarly activities and faculty governance.

Skills

Effective classroom instruction

Clinical instruction planning

Student mentorship

Scholarly research and publication

Curriculum development

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Education

MSN or equivalent for Instructor

PhD/DNP or equivalent for higher ranks

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

To be considered for this position, please submit the following documents:

• A CV that contains the months and years listed for each employment and education experience
• Your cover letter that includes: how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position, how you meet any of the preferred qualifications for this position, and a statement describing your teaching, research, and scholarship interests, and how they align with the OHSU mission.

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): Campus Associate Dean – Tracy Holt

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.
• Faculty in the doctoral program supervise students in dissertation and/or clinical inquiry projects.

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)

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.