Professor (open rank) of Nursing

University of Louisville School of Nursing; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Scholarship support for mentored学生

Tuition remission for employee and/de­

Sabbatical leave eligibility

Professional development fund forconfe

Retirement plan with university  匹

Flexible work arrangements

Access to university recreational and

Job summary

University of Louisville School of Nursing in Kentucky seeks a junior- to senior-level tenure-track research faculty to lead a focused research program and aggressively pursue NIH and foundation funding. The position offers competitive salary, start-up funds, and strong research support.

The role includes teaching, mentoring PhD students, and contributing to the PhD program growth. VISA sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in nursing or related field required.
• 3–5 years of nursing education experience at college level.
• Grant writing and research funding experience preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead a focused research program aligned with SON priorities.
• Seek external funding from NIH and foundations.
• Mentor PhD students and junior faculty.
• Contribute to curriculum and research training.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Adult learning principles

Student mentorship

Higher education governance

Academic policies

Project management

Data analysis

Program evaluation

Education

PhD or DNP in Nursing

Related field

Tools

Learning Management Systems

Educational technology

Faculty information systems

Academic databases

Job description

TENURE/TENURE-TRACK (Open Rank)

The University of Louisville School of Nursing (SON) is growing and seeks to hire a junior- to senior-level tenure eligible or tenure track research faculty with a focused research program. Complementing the School of Nursing research portfolio is instrumental to the continued growth of our PhD program, to increase funding and data-based peer-reviewed publications, and to provide research mentoring for students interested in existing research areas. The faculty member hired for this position is expected to aggressively seek research funding from sources such as NIH, national foundations, and other high-profile research funding sources. Competitive salary, start-up funds, and research support services will be provided. In addition to internal mentoring, external mentor funds are available for junior faculty members. VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.

Required Qualifications

Education

Doctoral degree in Nursing (PhD or DNP) or related field

Experience

Minimum 3-5 years of experience in nursing education at the collegiate level Grant writing and research funding experience

Skills and Competencies

Strong leadership and interpersonal communication skills Expertise in adult learning principles and student mentorship best practices Knowledge of higher education governance and academic policies Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and initiatives Proficiency in data analysis and program evaluation methods

Preferred Qualifications

Preference given to a candidate that aligns with the School of Nursing research interests (oncology, health equity and population health, mental health, innovations in nursing education, and patient safety and models of care). In addition, candidates with an oncology research focus may have the opportunity for graduate student support and collaboration with Brown Cancer Center and School of Medicine researchers. Background in curriculum development and educational innovation Experience in teaching in multiple modalities

Professional Experience

Active membership in professional nursing organizations Record of scholarly publications in higher impact professional journals in nursing or related fields Experience presenting at national conferences

Technical Skills

Familiarity with learning management systems and educational technology Experience with faculty information systems and academic databases

Position Details

Appointment Type

Full-time, 10-month appointment Up to 50% research role Remaining effort distributed to teaching and service Consideration of 12-month contract with existing research funding or available teaching assignments Faculty rank commensurate with qualifications and experience To be awarded tenure, the selected candidate must meet the criteria for tenure at the associate or full professor rank Up to 50% commitment to personal research area.

Reporting Structure

Reports directly to the Associate Dean of Research

Travel Requirements

Occasional travel for professional conferences and meetings

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range

Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications Negotiated start-up package to support research activities Annual salary review with merit increase potential

Benefits Package

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance Retirement plan with university matching contribution Sabbatical leave eligibility after qualifying period Professional development fund for conferences and continuing education Tuition remission for employee and dependents

Additional Perks

Flexible work arrangements when appropriate Access to university recreational and cultural facilities Research and office space provided Scholarship support for mentored students in faculty’s area of specialization

Application Process

Required Materials

Cover letter addressing qualifications and vision for the role Current curriculum vitae Statement of research and teaching philosophy Names and contact information for three professional references