HSC Adjunct Faculty Member - Undergraduate - Abilene

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center; Abilene (TX); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Wellness Programs

Mother-Friendly Workplace

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center’s School of Nursing seeks an Adjunct Faculty Member to support undergraduate nursing education with didactic and/or clinical teaching, collaborating with course faculty and program leadership to help students meet outcomes.

The ideal candidate is a clinically competent, student-focused nurse with strong practice, communication, and mentoring skills, who can teach in classroom and clinical settings while remaining engaged in professional nursing

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing is required.
• Minimum 2 years of clinical nursing experience is required.
• Unencumbered licensure as a registered nurse in Texas is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with didactic instruction in undergraduate nursing courses as assigned.
• Provide clinical instruction, supervision, and evaluation in a clinical area and/or simulation lab.
• Evaluate student performance and competency using course criteria.
• Provide timely feedback to faculty regarding student progress.
• Serve as subject matter expert for course content and activities.
• Facilitate student learning through effective teaching strategies and mentoring.
• Maintain compliance with TTUHSC and accrediting standards and maintain records of instruction and evaluation.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, students, and clinical partners.
• Participate in faculty development and orientation activities.
• Perform other duties to support the School of Nursing mission.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

Adult learning principles

Clinical teaching

Student assessment

Interpersonal skills

Educational technology

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

Minimum 2 years clinical experience

Unencumbered Texas RN license

Job description

Position Description

The HSC Adjunct Faculty Member is a non-tenure track faculty position that provides didactic and/or clinical teaching support for the Undergraduate Nursing Program within the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Nursing. The adjunct faculty member collaborates with course faculty and program leadership to facilitate student learning, evaluate student performance, and contribute clinical expertise to support achievement of program and course outcomes.

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

The ideal candidate is a clinically competent and student-focused nursing professional who is passionate about developing the next generation of nurses. This individual demonstrates excellence in nursing practice, strong communication skills, and a commitment to fostering student success in both classroom and clinical environments.

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

Major/Essential Functions

• Assist with didactic instruction in undergraduate nursing courses as assigned.
• Provide clinical instruction, supervision, and evaluation in a specified clinical area and/or the simulation laboratory.
• Evaluate student performance and clinical competency using established course and program criteria.
• Provide timely, constructive feedback to faculty regarding student performance, progression, and learning achievements.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for assigned course content and learning activities.
• Facilitate student learning through effective teaching strategies, coaching, mentoring, and role modeling of professional nursing practice.
• Maintain compliance with TTUHSC, School of Nursing, clinical agency, and accreditation standards and requirements.
• Maintain records and documentation related to instruction and student evaluation as required.
• Collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, students, and clinical partners.
• Participate in faculty development and orientation activities as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the academic mission of the Health Sciences Center and the School of Nursing.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of contemporary nursing practice and healthcare trends.
• Knowledge of principles of adult learning and student evaluation.
• Ability to teach and supervise students in clinical and simulation environments.
• Ability to assess student learning needs and support achievement of course outcomes.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish effective working relationships.
• Ability to use educational technologies and electronic documentation systems.

Employment Classification

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

Required Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

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

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

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

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

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.