Tenure-Track Nursing Professor — Research Leader & Mentor

Wayne State University; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne State University in Detroit seeks an Associate/Full Professor for the Tenure/Tenure-Track College of Nursing. The role focuses on leading an independent, funded research program, teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels, and mentoring junior faculty and students.

The candidate should have a PhD in Nursing, a strong publication record in high-impact journals, and a clear path toward national recognition. Background check and university policies apply.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate an independent, sustained research program with peer-reviewed publications.
• Evidence of external research funding as PI or Co-PI.
• Clear trajectory toward scholarly growth and national recognition.
• Documented teaching at undergraduate and/or graduate levels (didactic and clinical).
• Mentor students and junior faculty in research or professional development.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and grow a strong program of research.
• Maintain a sustained external funded research program with measurable impact.
• Publish in reputable peer‑reviewed journals.
• Prepare, teach and evaluate assigned courses.
• Use teaching strategies appropriate to learning needs.
• Participate in College and University committees.
• Supervise student research, chair and serve on doctoral dissertations and/or DNP project committees.
• Mentor junior faculty members regarding teaching, scholarship, and promotion.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Independent research

External funding (PI/Co-PI)

Mentoring junior faculty

Teaching undergrad/grad

Publishing in high-impact journals

Education

PhD in Nursing

Job description

Wayne State University in Detroit seeks an Associate/Full Professor for the Tenure/Tenure-Track College of Nursing. The role focuses on leading an independent, funded research program, teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels, and mentoring junior faculty and students.

The candidate should have a PhD in Nursing, a strong publication record in high-impact journals, and a clear path toward national recognition. Background check and university policies apply.