Clinical Assistant Professor - Nursing

University of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Houston’s Gessner College of Nursing seeks an outstanding candidate to lead the BSN program as a 12-month Clinical Assistant Professor, Promotion-Eligible, Non-Tenure-Track (PE-NTT). The ideal candidate brings leadership, scholarship, and excellence in teaching to undergraduate education across on-site and distance formats.

Responsibilities include curriculum development, classroom and clinical instruction, service on committees, and mentoring students.

Qualifications

• Earned PhD in Nursing or related field; if related field, MS in Nursing from a professionally accredited college of nursing.
• National certification in clinical specialty area required.
• All candidates must have their primary unencumbered license in Texas as a registered nurse at hire.
• Strong communication, writing, problem-solving, and interpersonal abilities.
• At least 5 years full-time academic experience and demonstrated excellence in teaching/mentoring, scholarship and university service.
• Published in peer-reviewed journals.

Responsibilities

• Ongoing curriculum development and evaluation; classroom and clinical instruction in undergraduate programs using on-site, simulation, and distance education strategies.
• Some travel; leading in college and university committees; engaging in scholarship, service and academic advising.

Skills

Communication

Writing

Interpersonal abilities

Mentoring

Teaching excellence

Education

PhD in Nursing or related field

MS in Nursing (if related field)

Job description

Department: College of Nursing Salary: Commensurate with experience

Description

The University of Houston Andy and Barbara Gessner College of Nursing is seeking an outstanding candidate to lead the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program. This 12-month Clinical Assistant Professor, Promotion-Eligible, Non-Tenure-Track (PE-NTT), position is for an experienced nurse educator who has exceptional leadership, scholarship and excellence in teaching. The anticipated start date for the qualified applicant begins in Spring 2027. Position listing: http://www.uh.edu/human-resources/uh-careers/

Faculty responsibilities include: ongoing curriculum development and evaluation; classroom and clinical instruction in the undergraduate programs using on-site, simulation, and distance education strategies; some travel; leading in college and university committees; engaging in scholarship, service and academic advising.

The Gessner College of Nursing is proud of its excellent BSN, MSN, and DNP programs; innovative web-enhanced education; accredited simulation laboratories; and supportive student environment for face-to-face learning. The primary teaching sites are at the University of Houston Sugar Land Campus and the University of Houston Katy Campus with pre-nursing students at the University of Houston. Faculty work collaboratively and support each other in a pleasant environment. For more information visit www.uh.edu/nursing.

The University of Houston is one of only 21 institutions nationwide to earn both the Very High Research Activity (R1) and Opportunity College & University - Higher Access, Higher Earnings designations in the 2025 Carnegie Classifications. This dual recognition places UH in a distinguished group of universities that lead the nation in advancing both research innovation and socioeconomic mobility.

Located close to major energy companies and the Texas Medical Center, the University of Houston is in the fourth largest city in the United States with first-rate recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and affordable housing.

Required Qualifications

• Earned PhD in Nursing or related field; if related field, MS in Nursing from a professionally accredited college of nursing.
• National certification in clinical specialty area required.
• All candidates must have their primary unencumbered license in Texas as a registered nurse at the time of hire.
• Strong communication, writing, problem-solving, and interpersonal abilities.
• At least 5 years full-time academic experience and demonstrated excellence in teaching/mentoring, scholarship and university service.
• Published in peer-reviewed journals.

Required Attachments By Candidate

Unofficial Transcripts, Cover Letter/Letter of Application that addresses the responsibilities and qualifications of the position, current curriculum vitae, at least three professional references, and verification of licensure.

Notes to Applicant

A minimum of three letters of recommendation are required before an official offer can be made. (References will not be contacted without the applicant’s consent.)

Primary work location

UH Sugar Land Campus, UH Katy Campus, and the University of Houston Health 2 Building.

Employees are expected to have a home address in the state of Texas for the duration of their appointments.

Official transcripts are required for a faculty appointment and will be requested upon selection of the final candidates.

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check. Individuals conducting research in critical infrastructure areas (i.e., communication infrastructure systems, cybersecurity systems, electric grid, hazardous waste treatment systems, and/or water treatment facilities) are subject to regular review to ensure the security and integrity of the research is maintained.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions.

Everyone is encouraged to apply.