Genetics Didactic Nursing Faculty - Full-Time Tenure Stream

The University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing is looking for qualified applicants for an assistant or associate full-time tenure-stream faculty in the department of Health Promotion and Development. 

Faculty members are employees of the University and receive dedicated time and resources to perform scholarly work, travel to present their work at professional conferences, and opportunities to pursue specialty certification and faculty practice. Faculty promotion opportunities are available for all ranks. Qualifications for these appointment stream faculty positions include an earned doctorate (DNP or Ph.D.) and RN licensure in Pennsylvania. Salary and academic rank are commensurate with qualifications and experience. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

Assistant Professor – A) An earned doctorate in nursing, genetics or a related field is required. B) Evidence of or potential for excellence in teaching, mentoring, and engaging diverse students. C) Demonstrated expertise in the area of genetics or expertise in a related substantive area. D) Evidence of potential to produce scholarly work. 

Associate Professor – A) An earned doctorate in nursing, genetics or a related field. B) Evidence of excellence in teaching, mentoring, and engaging diverse students. C) Evidence of sustained scholarly productivity as indicated by publications, grants, or any other validating material. D) Expertise recognized at the national/international level. 

Desired Qualifications: Program of research in genetics or related area. Faculty candidates should demonstrate their research success or the potential for significant accomplishments in their areas of interest. Desire with experience in the care of families, maternal-child health, and children across all developmental levels; and previous teaching experience. 

Since its founding in 1939, the University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing has provided faculty and students with the resources and support to generate new healthcare knowledge and the educational foundation to conduct evidence-based practice, engage in scholarly activities, and translate knowledge to improve the delivery of healthcare.

As one of the nation’s distinguished schools of nursing, the resources of the school constitute an invaluable asset for the intellectual, scientific, and economic enrichment of healthcare in Pennsylvania, the nation, and throughout the world.

The University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing receives millions of dollars in National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding each year; and receives top rankings from several organizations – current rankings include:

•  7th in NIH funding among public universities
• 12th in NIH funding among public and private universities
• 10th best Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program by US News & World Report
• 7th best Online Nursing Master’s (MSN) program by US News & World Report
• 15th best Bachelor of Science in Nursing program by US News & World Report
• 35th in the world by QS World University Rankings by subject

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For more information on the School of Nursing, visit www.nursing.pitt.edu. 

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The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

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