Assistant/Associate Professor, Nursing

Barry University; Miami Shores (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Barry University seeks a qualified individual for a position in its School of Nursing to teach graduate-level courses in the PhD Nurse Education Program and mentor doctoral students. Candidates should possess a PhD in Nursing or a related field, along with current RN licensure and teaching experience in higher education.

This role involves engaging in scholarly activities, such as research and publications, utilizing hybrid teaching modalities. The university offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• PhD in Nursing or related field required.
• Current RN licensure is mandatory.
• Minimum of 1 year teaching experience in higher education.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate-level courses in Nursing.
• Provide academic advising and mentorship.
• Engage in scholarly activities and research.

Skills

Teaching experience

Nursing education

Research mentoring

Active learning strategies

Education

PhD in Nursing or a related field

Job description

Overview

Barry University’s School of Nursing is committed to preparing highly skilled nurse leaders, educators, and researchers who will shape the future of healthcare. The PhD in Nursing—Nurse Educator Program is designed to develop expert nurse scholars who advance nursing science, lead transformative research, and influence academic and clinical education. The School of Nursing utilizes a hybrid instructional model that integrates online learning, interactive technologies, and on‑campus intensives to support students across multiple geographic locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach graduate‑level courses in the PhD Nurse Education Program in online and hybrid formats.
• Provide academic advising and mentorship to doctoral students.
• Guide, supervise, and evaluate students’ scholarly, research, and practice‑based projects.
• Engage in scholarly activities, including conducting research, presenting findings, and publishing in peer‑reviewed journals.

Essential Functions

• Utilize face‑to‑face, online, and hybrid/blended teaching modalities to facilitate student learning.
• Develop and implement educationally appropriate assessment tools, including examination items and evaluation measures.
• Serve in leadership and membership capacities on school and university committees, contributing to program and institutional development.
• Evaluate student progress in acquiring research, theoretical, and scientific knowledge and communicate evaluations effectively.
• Employ and maintain competency with technology‑mediated teaching platforms and relevant software to enhance instruction and student engagement.
• Participate in university and community service activities and collaborate with other departments to support student recruitment and promote graduate nursing and research programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the program administrator to support the mission and goals of the School of Nursing.

Qualifications

• PhD in Nursing or a related field (research‑focused doctorate required).
• Current RN licensure.
• Minimum of 1 year of teaching experience in higher education.
• Demonstrated experience in nursing education, research mentoring, and scholarly productivity.
• Proven experience or interest in teaching research, theory, and graduate‑level nursing coursework.
• Experience with active learning strategies is preferred.
• Experience with collaborative or interdisciplinary approaches to education is preferred.
• Open to non‑traditional or emerging research methodologies.

Applicant Materials

• Curriculum vitae
• Letter of intent
• Statement of teaching philosophy

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package for full‑time employees, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Retirement plan and tuition assistance.
• Paid time off and work/life balance initiatives such as wellness programs and spirituality in the workplace.
• Training and development opportunities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Barry University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Barry University does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, familial status, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability status or veteran status. This policy applies to students, employees, applicants and trustees with respect to participation in any program, benefit, activity or employment opportunity offered by the University.