Assistant Professor, Nursing Practice

Texas A&M University; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi invites applications for an Assistant Professor, Nursing Practice in Corpus Christi, TX. The tenure-track faculty position emphasizes teaching, research, and service with active mentorship for DNP projects.

Responsibilities include developing scholarly work, seeking external funding, and engaging with interprofessional teams to advance nursing education and community health initiatives.

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold a research-focused PhD in Nursing from an accredited institution.
• Advanced ABD will be considered; degree must be conferred at the time of appointment.
• Current unencumbered RN and/or APRN license in Texas by appointment.
• Demonstrated record of high-quality teaching; leadership and ability to work with interprofessional groups.
• Potential for establishing a program of research and scholarship with funded work.

Responsibilities

• Teach students and ensure adherence to program outcomes and safety practices.
• Develop and maintain active scholarship through peer-reviewed publications and presentations.
• Mentor and advise students, recruit, and supervise DNP student projects.
• Pursue external funding, disseminate findings, and participate in research activities.
• Engage in college and university committees, service, and community partnerships.

Education

PhD in Nursing (research-focused)

ABD consideration

Job description

Job TitleAssistant Professor, Nursing Practice Agency Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi Department College Of Nursing and Health Sciences

Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate

Job LocationCorpus Christi, Texas

Job TypeFaculty

Faculty Job Description

All tenure and tenure-track positions will have responsibilities in research, teaching, and service missions.

Tenure-track faculty are expected to teach students, pursue a robust program of research, seek external funding, and disseminate research findings.

Faculty are expected to model exemplar professional behavior through work with students, peers, administration, and community colleagues and to provide student support to include mentoring, advising, recruiting, and DNP student project supervision.

Teaching responsibilities ensures adherence to program policies, course objectives, program outcomes and current teaching, clinical, and simulation best practices and safety measures.

All faculty are expected to maintain content and clinical mastery, and to participate in college, university and professional service activities.

Active participation in college and university committees and activities is required.

The faculty members will develop and maintain an active program of scholarship and disseminate scholarly work through peer-reviewed publications, presentations, and other appropriate venues.

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a vibrant, Hispanic and Minority Serving R2 Doctoral Research Institution that proudly provides a solid academic reputation, renowned faculty, and highly rated degree programs since 1947. The University has a heritage of teaching excellence with innovation in research and community engagement as part of the distinguished Texas A&M System. TAMU-CC is the only university in the nation located on its own island, at the heart of the Texas Gulf Coast. With palm tree lined pathways throughout the campus, nearby natural wetlands, a scenic hike-and-bike trail and pristine views of the beach and bays, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a first-choice institution.

Required Qualifications

• Candidates must hold a research focused PhD in Nursing from an accredited institution.
• While advanced ABD will be considered, degree must be conferred at the time of appointment.
• Current unencumbered RN and/or APRN License in the State of Texas by the time of appointment.
• Demonstrated record of high-quality teaching Evidence of leadership capability and ability to work effectively with interprofessional groups.
• Potential for establishing a program of research and scholarship with a record of successful funding.

Preferred Qualifications

• Post‐ doctoral education/training.
• Experience coordinating academic nursing programs
• Experience with classroom/didactic course teaching.
• Prior experience with baccalaureate and/or graduate nursing education program approvals, national accreditation, online and in-person didactic teaching.
• Records of professional service at local or national levels.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across disciplines and with community practice partners.

The job posting will remain open until a finalist is selected. Applications will be reviewed immediately.

NOTE: Employment may be impacted by the Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025 and the moratorium issued by Texas Governor Abbott on January 27, 2026. 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

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, Texas A&M-Fort Worth and Texas A&M-RELLIS. The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each employee. Each member institution provides equal opportunity and access to all students, employees and prospective employees.

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