HSC Adjunct Faculty Member - Undergraduate - Abilene

Texas Tech University - Health Sciences Center; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center invites applications for the HSC Adjunct Faculty Member - Undergraduate - Abilene. This non-tenure track role provides didactic and clinical teaching support for the Undergraduate Nursing Program, collaborating with course faculty to facilitate student learning and evaluate performance.

The ideal candidate is a clinically competent, student‑focused nursing professional who mentors learners, upholds standards, and contributes to program outcomes while

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing is required.
• Unencumbered RN license in Texas.
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience.
• Doctoral degree in Nursing preferred.
• Experience in baccalaureate nursing education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with didactic instruction in undergraduate nursing courses.
• Provide clinical instruction, supervision, and evaluation.
• Evaluate student performance and clinical competency.
• Provide timely feedback to faculty regarding student performance.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, students, and clinical partners.
• Participate in faculty development and orientation activities.
• Maintain records of instruction and student evaluations.

Skills

Clinical instruction

Student evaluation

Communication

Teaching in clinical settings

Educational technologies

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

Doctoral degree in Nursing

Job description

Extended Job Title

HSC Adjunct Faculty Member - Undergraduate - Abilene

Position Description

The HSC Adjunct Faculty Member is a non-tenure track facultyposition that provides didactic and/or clinical teaching supportfor the Undergraduate Nursing Program within the Texas TechUniversity Health Sciences Center School of Nursing. The adjunctfaculty member collaborates with course faculty and programleadership to facilitate student learning, evaluate studentperformance, and contribute clinical expertise to supportachievement of program and course outcomes.

This position reports directly to the Program Director and supportsthe academic mission of the School of Nursing through excellence inteaching, mentorship, and student engagement.

The ideal candidate is a clinically competent and student-focusednursing professional who is passionate about developing the nextgeneration of nurses. This individual demonstrates excellence innursing practice, strong communication skills, and a commitment tofostering student success in both classroom and clinicalenvironments.

This role offers an opportunity to shape future nurses throughmeaningful teaching and mentorship while maintaining engagement inprofessional nursing practice. Adjunct faculty play a critical rolein advancing the School of Nursing's mission to prepare competent,compassionate, and practice-ready nursing professionals who servethe healthcare needs of Texas and beyond.

Requisition ID

46020BR

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Pay Grade Maximum

Salary commensurate with related education, experience and/orskills

Major/Essential Functions

Essential Functions

• Assist with didactic instruction in undergraduate nursingcourses as assigned.
• Provide clinical instruction, supervision, and evaluation in aspecified clinical area and/or the simulation laboratory.
• Evaluate student performance and clinical competency usingestablished course and program criteria.
• Provide timely, constructive feedback to faculty regardingstudent performance, progression, and learning achievements.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for assigned course contentand learning activities.
• Facilitate student learning through effective teachingstrategies, coaching, mentoring, and role modeling of professionalnursing practice.
• Maintain compliance with TTUHSC, School of Nursing, clinicalagency, and accreditation standards and requirements.
• Maintain records and documentation related to instruction andstudent evaluation as required.
• Collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, students, andclinical partners.
• Participate in faculty development and orientation activitiesas required.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the academicmission of the Health Sciences Center and the School ofNursing.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of contemporary nursing practice and healthcaretrends.
• Knowledge of principles of adult learning and studentevaluation.
• Ability to teach and supervise students in clinical andsimulation environments.
• Ability to assess student learning needs and supportachievement of course outcomes.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish effectiveworking relationships.
• Ability to use educational technologies and electronicdocumentation systems.

Employment Classification

• Non-tenure track adjunct faculty appointment.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of allTTUHSC employment requirements, including credential verification,licensure verification, and background screening, asapplicable

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Grade Minimum

Salary commensurate with related education, experience and/orskills

Pay Basis

Monthly

Work Location

Abilene

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Nursing.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in baccalaureate nursingeducation.
• Awareness of current issues/trends in nursing and highereducation.

Department

SON Lbk Genl

Job Type

Part Time

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of theindividual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiringdepartment, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additionalinformation, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan .

Shift

Day

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,disability, genetic information or status as a protectedveteran.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited college oruniversity.
• Minimum of 2 years clinical experience.
• Unencumbered licensure as a registered nurse in the State ofTexas.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Jeanne Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and CampusCrime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges anduniversities participating in federal financial aid programs tomaintain and disclose campus crime statistics and securityinformation. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publishand distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & CrimeStatistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students andemployees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act websiteat https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx.

About TTUHSC

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the livesof others by educating students, providing excellent patient care,and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSCgraduates more health care professionals than any other health careinstitution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees andcertificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. Byproviding comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 millionindividuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancingthe health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is whereworld-class education meets compassionate patient care - and webelieve that our people are the reason for our institution’slasting success and bright future.

Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative andsupportive community that empowers each individual to do their bestwork. Through our values-based culture , TTUHSC iscommitted to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with apositive culture that puts people first.

Benefits

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options -Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time teammembers
• Paid Time Off - Including holidays, vacation, sick leaveand more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members byproviding opportunities for personal and professional growth,including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, andhealth and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a varietyof other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms andgolf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities,and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

Visa Information

TTUHSC, at its sole discretion, may initiate new H-1B I-129 visapetitions in accordance with the directive issued by GovernorAbbott. Approval from the Texas Workforce Commission is required.On a limited, case-by-case basis, the institution may also sponsoreligible individuals for change-of-status or change-of-employerpetitions for qualifying positions. TTUHSC will not pay the$100,000 fee, if applicable.