College of Nursing - Clinical Assistant, Associate or Full Professor - Fall 2025

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The College of Nursing at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is seeking a Clinical Assistant, Associate or Full Professor to educate future healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong teaching capabilities, a commitment to service, and contribute to program enhancements in a dynamic environment. Responsibilities include teaching, curriculum development, and faculty collaboration, aiming to promote inter-professional opportunities in nursing.

Qualifications

• 3 years of nursing practice experience required.
• Evidence of successful classroom or clinical teaching.
• Eligibility for RN/APRN license in Tennessee.

Responsibilities

• Participate in development and evaluation of nursing programs.
• Teach graduate and undergraduate nursing courses.
• Collaborate with clinical agencies on student experiences.

Skills

Teaching experience

Interpersonal skills

Cultural competence

Education

Earned doctorate (PhD or DNP)

Job description

College of Nursing - Clinical Assistant, Associate or Full Professor - Fall 2025

College of Nursing - Clinical Assistant, Associate or Full Professor - Fall 2025

Location:
Knoxville
Open Date:
Feb 1, 2025
Description:
TheCollege of Nursingat the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, seeks a dynamic and engagingClinical Assistant, Associate or Full Professor to contribute to educating the next generation of health care professionals. Details on the College of Nursing Programs are available at https://nursing.utk.edu/ The ideal candidate will have a record that demonstrates excellent teaching potential with expertise in teaching topics in nursing. Additionally, the ideal candidate should have a strong commitment to teaching and service and should thrive in a diverse and intellectually stimulating environment.Duties:Participate in the ongoing development, implementation, evaluation, and enhancement of nursing academic programs:Participate in program and course revisions.Revise assigned courses to reflect program outcomes, AACN essentials, state board of nursing minimum standards, current evidence, and best practice.Collaborate with emphasis area coordinators, clinical concentration coordinators, program directors, and the Associate and Assistant Deans to identify the types of clinical experiences and sites needed for optimal clinical education of students.Teach graduate and undergraduate nursing courses as assigned.Supervise nursing students as assigned.Collaborate with clinical agencies in arranging student clinical experiences (e.g. orientation to objectives of clinical experience, course syllabus, clinical schedule, et al) as appropriate.Participate in the development of academic policies affecting the admission, progression, graduation and dismissal of students.Participate in the evaluation and ongoing enhancement of the curricula.Apply evidence from best education practices to curriculum development and to teaching.Serve the College of Nursing, University, community and profession:Participate in College of Nursing faculty, standing committee, task force and other meetings.Participate in Faculty Senate Committees and ad hoc committees, as elected.Participate in community and professional activities as appropriate.Participate in scholarly projects as appropriate.Contribute to the mission and strategic priorities of the College of Nursing and the University of Tennessee KnoxvilleCollaborate effectively with other faculty and staff members both within the College of Nursing and throughout the University and community to develop inter-professional academic, clinical, and research opportunities.
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:Earned doctorate (PhD or DNP)Professional experience commensurate with rankEvidence of teaching experienceDefined area of research/scholarly activityLicensure as a registered nurse in Tennessee prior to employment.If teaching NP students, national certification as a nurse practitioner and prior to employment recognition by the Tennessee Board of Nursing as an advanced practice registered nurse.3 years of nursing practice experience.Evidence of successful classroom and/or clinical teaching experience.Effective interpersonal skills and cultural competence.Ability to work with a diverse group of students and colleagues.Desirable Qualifications:Eligibility for RN/APRN license in TennesseeExperience with instructional media and technology

This position is open to those who qualify and can be appointed as one of the following ranks in the College of Nursing. Rank appointment is dependent on education and qualificationsrelativeto the university and college standards and will bedeterminedby academic leadershipin accordance withfaculty handbook, policies, and procedures.

Clinical Assistant Professor: This rank is for those who have completed a doctoral degree or terminal degree appropriate to the field or who are licensed or certified to practice the profession where appropriate. Individuals holding this rank have shown promise for excellence in areas of responsibility recorded in the hiring unit’s annual documentation of the NTT faculty’s workload distribution and responsibilities.

Clinical Associate Professor: This rank is for those who have completed a doctoral degree or a terminal degree appropriate to the field and who are licensed or certified to practice the profession where appropriate. Individuals holding this rank have demonstrated excellence in areas of responsibility recorded in the hiring unit’s annual documentation of the NTT faculty’s workload distribution and responsibilities.

Clinical Professor: This rank is for those who have completed a doctoral degree or a terminal degree appropriate to the field and who are licensed or certified to practice the profession where appropriate. Individuals holding this rank have demonstrated a consistent record of excellence in areas of responsibility recorded in the hiring unit’s annual documentation of the NTT faculty’s workload distribution and responsibilities.

Application Instructions:
To apply, please submit your application and materials through our Interfolio application system. Applications should include: (1) a letter of interest addressing teaching interests and how the applicant’s background and experience make them an ideal candidate, (2) a comprehensive curriculum vitae, and (3) the names and contact information (address, phone number, and e-mail address) for at least three professional references.Review of applicants will begin February 19, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.Rank and salary based on qualifications and experience.Applicants can address questions about the position to [e-mail] more information on the College of Nursing, visit our website: http://nursing.utk.edu/
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admission without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the university.Requests for accommodations of a disability should be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Accessibility, 1840 Melrose Avenue Knoxville, Tennessee 37996-3560 [e-mail] or(865)974-2498. Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color and national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), the ADA (disability), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Investigation & Resolution 216 Business Incubator Building 2450 EJ.Chapman Drive Knoxville, Tennessee 37996 or [phone] [e-mail] .

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