Faculty Positions

University of Rhode Island College of Nursing; Kingston (RI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Rhode Island College of Nursing is seeking an Assistant Clinical Professor to join our faculty. The role emphasizes clinical teaching with potential classroom teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels.

The candidate will conduct teaching in clinical settings, collaborate on student placements and faculty/preceptors, advise students, and contribute to scholarly activities. The successful candidate will hold a terminal degree (Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or DNP required at time of appointment.
• Proficiency in written communication.
• Proficiency in oral communication and strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach clinical courses and possibly classroom instruction at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Collaborate on student placements, and coordinate with preceptors.
• Advise students and engage in scholarly activities and service.

Skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Clinical nursing

RN/APRN licensure (RI)

Education

Ph.D. or DNP

Job description

URI’s College of Nursing is growing, and so is our faculty!

Assistant Clinical Professor, Nursing

The College of Nursing is searching for a faculty member for a clinical track position. Experience in clinical nursing practice is required.

POSTING SUMMARY:

The College of Nursing (CON) is committed to excellence in teaching, scientific inquiry, and knowledge development. We are seeking a faculty member who will embrace our new college tagline, “Nurse leaders transforming wellbeing and environments,” and who has a strong record of clinical expertise that supports our mission. Our mission is to prepare nurses to excel as outstanding and compassionate clinicians, scholars, and leaders who will enhance the health and healthcare of individuals, families, communities, and populations both locally and globally. The successful candidate will have an appointment with the College of Nursing with primary responsibilities in clinical teaching, with possible classroom teaching, at the undergraduate and graduate levels as appropriate. The candidate will be expected to conduct teaching in clinical, collaborate for placements for students, and collaborate regarding faculty/preceptors as appropriate, participate in student advising and service to the college, and contribute to scholarly activities.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Contribute as appropriate to the university’s undergraduate and graduate teaching missions by teaching clinical and other courses as assigned, while mentoring students for the college.
• Contribute to scholarship.
• Service as an advisor, mentor, and professional role model to students.
• Service to the college, university, and professional organizations.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED:

1. Ph.D. or DNP degree at the time of appointment.
2. Proficiency in written communication skills.
3. Proficiency in oral communication skills.
4. Strong interpersonal skills.
5. Clinical expertise in nursing.
6. Eligible for RN and/or APRN licensure in Rhode Island.
7. Ability to work with diverse groups/populations.

PREFERRED:

• Clinical practice experience in pediatrics, but open to other areas of clinical expertise.
• Demonstrated experience in clinical and classroom teaching.
• Evidence and potential for clinical scholarship.