Assistant Professor

Dept Number/Name: 0-6201-000 / College Of Nursing-Dean
College Division: USFHealth-College of Nursing
Salary Plan: Faculty
Job Code/Title: Assistant Professor
Hiring Salary/Salary Range: Negotiable
Position Number: 00025204
ORGANIZATIONAL SUMMARY:
The College of Nursing is one of 14 colleges that comprise the University of South Florida (USF), and one of four colleges comprising USF Health. Carnegie-designated as a Research 1 institution and a Community-Engaged institution, U.S. News & World Report ranked USF as one of the nation's top 50 public universities for five consecutive years, and in 2023 USF earned its highest ranking ever among all universities public or private. Recognized as a leader in nursing education and research, the College of Nursing serves over 2,400 undergraduate, master's and doctoral students each year. For the third consecutive year, our Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program ranked number one among all public Florida Institutions, proudly position at number 24 nationally.
The College of Nursing is an integral part of the USF Health community. We live by our mission to employ the core values of excellence, innovation, inclusion, and respect to educate future nurses, advance nursing science, and implement evidence-based clinical practice to improve health and wellness.
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position will teach in the undergraduate and/or graduate programs; may serve as a liaison between USF College of Nursing and designated clinical facilities, requiring some travel to clinical facilities; mentor nursing students, and engage in college, university, community, and professional service activities that commensurate with the rank Assistant Professor. Faculty can expect to teach at any of the college's three campuses (Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Sarasota/Manatee).
RESPONSIBILITIES:
TEACHING:
Face-to-face didactic, online, clinical, and lab instruction of undergraduate and/or graduate level courses. Program and curriculum review and clinical site and student evaluation.
SCHOLARSHIP/SERVICE:
Scholarly activity, publications, and presentations in accordance with university criteria for appointment in accordance to rank. Serve on college and university committees where appropriate. Community and professional service activities in accordance with university criteria for appointment in accordance to rank.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
MINIMUM:
Qualified candidates will possess a PhD in Nursing or DNP from an accredited institution or the highest degree appropriate in the field of specialization with a demonstrated record of achievement in teaching, scholarship, and service.
Eligible to practice and maintain licensure as a registered nurse (RN) in the state of Florida.
Demonstrated record of achievement in scholarship. Usually will have produced creative work, professional writing or research in refereed and other professional journals and be a recognized authority in the field of specialization. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of assistant professor.
PREFERRED:
Experience with technology supported educational methods (online or blended format); demonstrated ability to work effectively with community partners; experience with diverse learners; current clinical practice experience; experience teaching in an academic baccalaureate program.
A broad range of clinical knowledge and expertise in various settings or specialty areas (e.g., MED SURG, ICU, Hospice, OB, Peds). At least two years of relevant academic teaching experience in a clinical setting.
National certification in a relevant specialty area (e.g., CMSRN, CNE, Community Health Nursing - BC, APRN-C).

• USF offers GREAT BENEFITS to full time employees!!
  • • • Medical Insurance
      • Dental Insurance
      • Vision Insurance
      • Paid Vacation Days
      • Paid Sick Days
      • 11 Paid Holidays
      • Various Retirement Options ,
      • Tuition Assistance (available for yourself, spouse, partner or dependent)
      • On-campus Childcare Options
      • Flexible Work Program: full-time/part-time remote work (based on position requirements)
      • Other Voluntary Benefits Offered
      • For more information about your total compensation package and other USF benefits, please visit: Work at USF
      • USF offers GREAT BENEFITS to full time employees!!
        • • • Medical Insurance
            • Dental Insurance
            • Vision Insurance
            • Paid Vacation Days
            • Paid Sick Days
            • 11 Paid Holidays
            • Various Retirement Options ,
            • Tuition Assistance (available for yourself, spouse, partner or dependent)
            • On-campus Childcare Options
            • Flexible Work Program: full-time/part-time remote work (based on position requirements)
            • Other Voluntary Benefits Offered
            • For more information about your total compensation package and other USF benefits, please visit: Work at USF
      •  

Information for Applicants 

This position is subject to a Level 1 criminal background check.

Job Opening Number: 36975

Posting Date:  May 10, 2024

Posting End Date: May 31, 2024

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