Assistant/Associate Professors of Nursing and Program Director Doctor of Nursing Practice

American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN); Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution in higher education is seeking dedicated Assistant/Associate Professors of Nursing to join its esteemed College of Nursing and Health Professions. These tenure-track positions offer the opportunity to teach and inspire future nursing leaders while contributing to a vibrant academic community. Candidates will engage in curriculum development, mentoring diverse students, and advancing research initiatives. With a commitment to excellence in education and a supportive environment, this role is ideal for those passionate about shaping the future of nursing education. Join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and community service.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in nursing required.
• Experience in academic education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in nursing.
• Collaborate with faculty and develop a research agenda.

Skills

Teaching Experience

Curriculum Development

Research Skills

Community Health Nursing

Public Health Knowledge

Education

Doctorate in Nursing

Job description

Assistant/Associate Professors of Nursing and Program Director Doctor of Nursing Practice

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Description

Valparaiso University College of Nursing and Health Professions invites applications for two open tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor of Nursing positions. Valparaiso University (“Valpo”), a community of learning grounded in the Lutheran tradition of scholarship, freedom, and faith, prepares students to lead and serve both church and society. Located one hour southeast of Chicago on a 310-acre campus, Valpo is a comprehensive university with an enrollment of over 2,500 undergraduate and graduate students. Valpo is consistently recognized as one of the best private universities in the Midwest and is located in Valparaiso, Indiana, a county seat of 40,000 residents with high quality schools and an active social community.One position is a full time, 9-month tenure-track appointment, beginning August 2025. The responsibilities of this position include teaching undergraduate/graduate courses in the BSN and DNP programs. Additional responsibilities will include working collaboratively with faculty within the CONHP and the university; providing service to the university, profession, and the practice community; and developing a research and scholarly agenda of contributions to the field. The second position is for a Program Director, and it is a 12-month tenure-track appointment with additional responsibilities of curriculum maintenance and recruitment of the DNP program. The successful candidates will hold an earned doctorate in nursing and experience in academic education. The Program Director position is for an individual certified as a family nurse practitioner. The other position is for an individual with broad experience in many areas, inclusive of community/public health nursing. The positions are announced at the assistant professor level, but outstanding candidates could be considered at a higher rank with multiple years of teaching experience, an established research agenda, and scholarly accomplishments.Candidates should be interested in working at a university engaged in issues in Christian higher education in the Lutheran tradition. The College of Nursing and Health Professions has programs in nursing (BSN and DNP), exercise science (BSXS), health science (BSHS), healthcare leadership (BSHCL), healthcare administration (MHCA), public health (BSPH and MPH), physician assistant studies (MSPA), and occupational therapy (DrOT, OTD).As a campus with an increasingly diverse student body, we encourage applications from individuals with a commitment to mentoring students from underrepresented communities. Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, undergraduate and graduate transcripts, teaching statement, research statement, and contact information for three references to Interfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/162663. In your cover letter, please include brief statements of (a) how you might contribute to the university’s distinctive mission, and (b) what experiences you have had which will enable you to mentor

Description

Valparaiso University College of Nursing and Health Professions invites applications for two open tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor of Nursing positions. Valparaiso University (“Valpo”), a community of learning grounded in the Lutheran tradition of scholarship, freedom, and faith, prepares students to lead and serve both church and society. Located one hour southeast of Chicago on a 310-acre campus, Valpo is a comprehensive university with an enrollment of over 2,500 undergraduate and graduate students. Valpo is consistently recognized as one of the best private universities in the Midwest and is located in Valparaiso, Indiana, a county seat of 40,000 residents with high quality schools and an active social community.One position is a full time, 9-month tenure-track appointment, beginning August 2025. The responsibilities of this position include teaching undergraduate/graduate courses in the BSN and DNP programs. Additional responsibilities will include working collaboratively with faculty within the CONHP and the university; providing service to the university, profession, and the practice community; and developing a research and scholarly agenda of contributions to the field. The second position is for a Program Director, and it is a 12-month tenure-track appointment with additional responsibilities of curriculum maintenance and recruitment of the DNP program. The successful candidates will hold an earned doctorate in nursing and experience in academic education. The Program Director position is for an individual certified as a family nurse practitioner. The other position is for an individual with broad experience in many areas, inclusive of community/public health nursing. The positions are announced at the assistant professor level, but outstanding candidates could be considered at a higher rank with multiple years of teaching experience, an established research agenda, and scholarly accomplishments.Candidates should be interested in working at a university engaged in issues in Christian higher education in the Lutheran tradition. The College of Nursing and Health Professions has programs in nursing (BSN and DNP), exercise science (BSXS), health science (BSHS), healthcare leadership (BSHCL), healthcare administration (MHCA), public health (BSPH and MPH), physician assistant studies (MSPA), and occupational therapy (DrOT, OTD).As a campus with an increasingly diverse student body, we encourage applications from individuals with a commitment to mentoring students from underrepresented communities. Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, undergraduate and graduate transcripts, teaching statement, research statement, and contact information for three references to Interfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/162663. In your cover letter, please include brief statements of (a) how you might contribute to the university’s distinctive mission, and (b) what experiences you have had which will enable you to mentor

Posted On 3/27/2025 Job Type Faculty/Instructor School/Institution Valparaiso University Job Location Valparaiso, IN

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

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  Higher Education

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