Assistant/Associate Professor of Nurse Anesthesiology and Program Director

Barry University; Florida; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Spirituality in the workplace

Training and development

Job summary

Barry University seeks a faculty member for its Nurse Anesthesiology Program to teach anesthesia principles across didactic, simulation, and clinical settings. You will advise students in the doctoral nurse anesthesia program and contribute to curriculum development and scholarly activities.

The role emphasizes collaboration, active learning, and adherence to accreditation standards, with opportunities to publish and participate in program growth.

Qualifications

• PhD, MD or Doctorate in Nursing or related field; CRNA or physician license required.
• Minimum 1 year of teaching experience in graduate nursing anesthesia.
• Experience in active learning and collaborative education preferred.
• Teaching portfolio in graduate nursing anesthesia education.

Responsibilities

• Teach students in the Nurse Anesthesiology Programs (didactic, simulation, and clinical settings).
• Pursue scholarly research collaboration and publish in peer‑reviewed journals.
• Contribute to curriculum development and course activities.
• Participate in program growth, goals and objectives as a faculty member.
• Plan, organize, teach, and provide feedback to promote student success.

Skills

Teaching experience

Active learning

Collaborative approach

Research openness

Education

PhD/MD/Doctorate in Nursing or related field

Job description

Summary

Barry University's Anesthesiology Program has been a highly competitive and well-established program in Florida since its inception in 1993. Each year, it admits 90 students per cohort. One of the key attractions of this program is its technological advancements, which enable teaching across five geographic locations: South Florida, Palm Beach, Orlando, Ocala, and Gainesville. The program offers a comprehensive and rigorous education in nurse anesthesia, making it one of the top Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) programs in the nation.

Job Responsibilities

The successful candidate will teach students in the Nurse Anesthesiology Programs(see website: http://www.barry.edu/about/mission/ Teach anesthesia principles and basic sciences in didactic, simulation, and clinical settings and advise students in the doctoral nurse anesthesia program. Pursue collaboration in scholarly research activities and publish articles in peer-reviewed journals. Contribute to the guidance of students’ scholarly projects within courses and to the development of curriculum and course activities. Participate in the growth and development of the nurse anesthesia program's goal(s) and objectives as an active faculty member. Conduct scholarship and research activities at local, state, national, and international levels. Plan, organize, teach, and provide feedback to promote and direct student success. Respond to students promptly. Communicate with students, departments, and university officials via university-provided tools and resources. Contribute to the diversity, cultural sensitivity, and excellence of the University community through teaching in a hybrid format using web-mediated conferencing.

Essential Functions

• Utilizing face-to-face, online, and blended teaching modalities to facilitate student learning in graduate coursework as assigned by the department chair.
• Create educationally appropriate assessment questions for anesthesiology topics.
• Serve in leadership and membership capacities on college and campus committees.
• Evaluate student progress in learning appropriate medical and scientific knowledge.
• Communicate these evaluations to the student and administrative/faculty members as appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned by the program administrator.
• Basic knowledge of technology-mediated platforms for blended learning and computer software.
• Engaging in university, community service, and collaborating with other university departments to recruit students in the College of Health Promotions and Medical Sciences.

Program Director Responsibilities (As Assigned)

• May be designated to serve in the supplemental role of Program Director, based on departmental need and institutional priorities.
• Individuals assigned to this role will assume additional administrative and operational responsibilities in support of School leadership and program objectives.

Program Administration Support

• Program Administration Support day-to-day administrative operations of the School, including scheduling coordination, staffing logistics, and resource support.
• Coordinate academic calendars, program timelines, and program-related events.
• Serve as a primary administrative liaison for the Dean, Associate Dean, Program Directors, faculty, staff, and students on operational matters.

Budget and Financial Coordination

• Support budget planning, monitoring, and reconciliation activities in collaboration with School leadership.
• Assist with procurement processes, reimbursements, and financial reporting.
• Contribute to forecasting and long-term financial planning efforts as requested.

Human Resources and Staffing Support

• Provide oversight and coordination support for administrative staff, student workers, and temporary personnel associated with the program.
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding, and training activities in partnership with Human Resources.
• Support compliance with University policies and applicable labor requirements.

Facilities and Technology Coordination

• Coordinate administrative support related to program facilities, classrooms, office spaces, and equipment.
• Serve as a liaison with IT and Facilities to address technology needs and maintenance requests.
• Support implementation and adoption of administrative systems and tools.

Compliance, Reporting, and Communications

• Assist with maintaining program records and ensuring compliance with University, state, and federal requirements.
• Support preparation of accreditation materials and institutional reporting.
• Facilitate program communications, meetings, workshops, and special events.

Classroom and Clinical Partner visits

Provide site management, maintain program integrity, and compliance with accreditation requirements.

Student Experience and Program Improvement

• Oversee administrative aspects of student services related to the program, including registration, orientation, and advising logistics.
• Respond to student inquiries and escalation issues as appropriate.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and adoption of best practices in academic program administration.

Qualifications/Requirements

• PhD, MD or other Doctorate Degree in Nursing or related field, certification to practice as a CRNA or physician and current APRN/RN or MD license.
• A minimum of 1 year of teaching experience is required.
• Proven experience in teaching clinical practice and a teaching portfolio in graduate nursing anesthesia education.
• Experience in active learning is preferred.
• Experience in a collaborative approach to education is preferred.
• Open to non-traditional research.

Benefits

• health
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• retirement
• tuition assistance
• paid time off
• wellness programs
• spirituality in the workplace
• training and development

Barry University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

University Culture

Barry University is a private Catholic institution with a history of academic excellence. Founded in 1940 by the Adrian Dominican Sisters, Barry University now offers more than 100 undergraduate, master, professional, and doctoral degree programs.

Barry University provides a nurturing environment built on strong values, mutual respect, and collaborative service to the community.

The University seeks to recruit and retain a diverse group of student-centered faculty and staff who are dedicated to activities that enhance the quality of University life.

The Barry experience fosters individual and communal transformation where learning leads to knowledge and truth, reflection leads to informed action, and a commitment to social justice leads to collaborative service.

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 student/employment opportunity offered by the University.

Every member of the University community is expected to uphold this policy as a matter of mutual respect and fundamental fairness in human relations. Every student of this institution has a responsibility to conduct himself/herself in accordance with this policy as a condition of enrollment. Further, every University employee has an obligation to observe Barry University policies and implementation of federal and state law as a term of employment.

No person shall be retaliated against for reporting violations or concerns about prohibited discrimination or bias through appropriate University channels.