Clinical Assistant Professor - Nursing and Public Health

University of Northern Iowa; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Northern Iowa's Department of Nursing & Public Health invites applications for a two-year term Clinical Assistant Professor, starting in August 2027. The successful candidate will teach didactic lectures in nursing foundations, physical assessment, and medical‑surgical nursing and serve as the key facilitator for simulation activities.

This role emphasizes developing clinical judgment through a cutting‑edge curriculum, evaluating teaching effectiveness, and contributing to

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing is required.
• An exceptional candidate with a BSN may complete MSN within prescribed Iowa timelines.

Responsibilities

• Teaching and co-teaching didactic lectures in nursing foundations, physical assessment, and medical-surgical nursing.
• Designing, implementing, and evaluating the curriculum per the program evaluation plan.
• Participating in student and peer evaluations of teaching effectiveness.
• Participating in teaching and learning activities to ensure competency.
• Participates in simulation exercises using best practices in simulation education delivery.
• Performs service to the department and university.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum design

Simulation-based education

Academic collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in nursing

Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN)

Job description

Full Consideration Date: 10/16/2026

The University of Northern Iowa's Department of Nursing & Public Health seeks applications for a two-year term Clinical Assistant Professor position, starting in August 2027. This position involves teaching within a cutting-edge curriculum, delivering lectures, and serving as the key facilitator for simulation activities. This position is crucial for imparting clinical judgment to aspiring nursing professionals.

Responsibilities

• teaching and co-teaching didactic lectures as needed in the areas of nursing foundations, physical assessment, and medical-surgical nursing
• designing, implementing, and evaluating the curriculum in accordance with the program evaluation plan
• participating in student evaluations and peer evaluation of teaching effectiveness
• participating in teaching and learning activities to ensure competency in area(s) of responsibility
• participates in simulation exercises using standards of best practice in simulation education delivery
• performs appropriate service to the department and university

Education Requirements

• Master’s degree in nursing required
• A bachelor’s degree with a major in nursing will be considered for an exceptional candidate who would agree to complete an MSN within a prescribed time frame (annual progress toward the attainment of a master’s or doctoral degree with a major in nursing as per Iowa Board of Nursing requirements)

Required Qualifications

• Current licensure as a registered nurse in Iowa plus at least two years of experience in clinical nursing required
• An individual is currently licensed when licensed in another state and recognized for licensure in Iowa pursuant to the nurse licensure compact contained in Iowa Code chapter 152E will be considered

Preferred Qualifications

• DNP, PhD in Nursing, or EdD
• simulation or related experience
• experience in medical-surgical nursing
• teaching experience in nursing education or a clinical setting preferred

Position Details

• Job Category: Faculty
• Type of Position: Term
• Service Schedule: Academic Year

Pre-employment background checks required

UNI enhances this advantage with an excellent benefits package for eligible non-temporary positions

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history

UNI is an equal opportunity employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by federal and/or state law