Assistant Professor

Prairie View A&M University; Prairie View (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Prairie View A&M University seeks a dedicated Assistant Professor for the College of Nursing to enhance its graduate nursing programs. This tenure track role emphasizes collaboration in teaching and research, requiring a master's degree and a doctorate in nursing or a related field. Candidates must demonstrate strong communication skills and a commitment to nursing education.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in nursing and a PhD or doctorate equivalent required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills necessary.
• Experience in classroom education/teaching preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate implementation of programs of study in nursing education.
• Develop classroom and clinical learning activities.
• Engage in research to contribute to nursing knowledge.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree in nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner

PhD or doctorate equivalent in area of specialization

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Department

College Of Nursing | Graduate Nursing Program

Prairie View A&M University

Assistant Professor

Job Title

Assistant Professor

Agency

Prairie View A&M University

Department

College Of Nursing | Graduate Nursing Program

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Houston, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

This is a tenure track position that works collaboratively with the faculty in coordinating the implementation of respective programs of study. Demonstrates command of content in an area of specialization. Develops classroom and clinical learning activities that facilitate learning.

Responsibilities

• Works collaboratively with the faculty in coordinating the implementation of respective programs of study. Demonstrates command of content in an area of specialization. Develops classroom and clinical learning activities that facilitate learning.
• Uses innovative, state of the art teaching methodologies and learning activities that promote excellence in classroom and online teaching. Coordinates orientation and teaching across the curriculum of students' theory and/or clinical teaching.
• Plans, implements, and evaluates assigned course offerings, including clinical and practice courses. Assists in the development of, monitoring/ maintenance of, and reporting of curriculum content for the education of baccalaureate, masters (advance practice nurse) and doctoral students in accordance with national standards and accreditation bodies (AACN, ACEN, NLN, NONPF).
• Serves as an academic advisor and research mentor to students and faculty, and communities of interest. Assumes a leadership role in academic programs and committee responsibilities. Serves as a member of the CON Faculty Organization. Participates in and demonstrates leadership in CON and PVAMU committees and taskforces. Submits an annual faculty performance portfolio representative of documentation of teaching effectiveness, scholarship/research, and service.
• Articulates a defined program of research. Directs and engage in research that contribute to the advancement of nursing knowledge and nursing science. Exhibits leadership in research for increased collaboration with nursing colleagues and other disciplines. Disseminates scholarly work in professional publications/presentation at local or state meetings. Demonstrates leadership through increased participation University activities and committees. Participates actively in local, state, national, international nursing, and professional organizations.
  
  

Required Education & Experience

• Master's degree in nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner, and a PhD or doctorate equivalent in an area specialization and from an accredited institution.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in classroom education/teaching and/or clinical nursing education.
• Demonstrated past performance in the scholarship of nursing, including and not limited to research, scientific manuscripts, grant writing, technology, etc.
• Experience in providing didactic education content at the doctoral level.
• Commitment to working with students and colleagues across the campus community.
  
  

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and service in nursing education and practice.
• Demonstrated past performance in the scholarship of nursing, including and not limited to research, scientific manuscripts, grant writing, technology, etc.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to working with students and colleagues across the campus community.
  
  

Required Licensure And/or Certification

• Current licensure or eligible for licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Texas.
• Appropriate national certification in specialty area, if an advanced practice nurse.
  
  

Job Posting Close Date

• Until Filled
  
  

Required Attachments

Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either "Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter" on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the "Resume/CV" or Resume/Cover Letter" attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
  
  

Application Submission Guidelines

All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.

The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or [e-mail] should you need assistance with the online application process.

Background Check Requirements

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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About Us

For more than 140 years, Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) has been igniting passion in its students. With an established reputation for producing engineers, nurses and educators, PVAMU offers baccalaureate degrees, master’s degrees and doctoral degree programs through nine colleges and schools. The University has an enrollment of more than 8,500 students. Designated an institution of “the first class” in the Texas Constitution, PVAMU is the second-oldest public institution of higher education in the state and a member of The Texas A&M University System. The University is dedicated to fulfilling its land-grant mission of achieving excellence in teaching, research and service.

PVAMU is conveniently located near the rapidly growing residential and commercial area known as the Northwest Houston Corridor. The developing Northwest Houston Corridor offers newly developed suburban communities, a variety of shopping and dining near the Houston Premium Outlets and is a short, 35-minute commute into downtown Houston. For more information, visit www.pvamu.edu. Your career opportunities with a “University of the first class” begins here!

Prairie View A&M University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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