CLINICAL INSTRUCTOR/CLINICAL ASSISTANT PROFESSOR

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, United States

Updated: 12 days ago
Location: Milwaukee, WISCONSIN
Deadline: ;

Position Information
Posting Details


Official Job Title CLINICAL INSTRUCTOR/CLINICAL ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
Working Title: Clinical Instructor/Clinical Assistant Professor
Position Number 01376716, 02316029, 02353482, 02244225, 02228784, 02219601, 02287141
Division College of Health Professions & Sciences
Department B650100 SCHOOL OF NURSING
Position Type Teaching Academic Staff
Appointment Type Fixed Term/Project, Teaching
Pay Basis Academic
Salary Grade Cat B
FLSA Status Exempt
Percent 25-100% (varies)
Posting Type Faculty & Instructional
UWM Description
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) is Wisconsin’s second-largest university, with a unique dual mission of access and research to provide high-quality education for students from all backgrounds. UWM is one of 146 top research universities recognized as “R1” by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Along with its main campus in Milwaukee, UWM has branch campuses in Waukesha and Washington County.
UWM celebrates, values and promotes the diverse voices and experiences of its students and employees and our community partners. We believe diversity enriches and strengthens our institution. UWM is committed to providing equitable access to opportunities for students and employees from every background. We aspire to create a campus climate that is welcoming to all. Learn more here: https://uwm.edu/diversity-equity-inclusion/about-dei/
School/College/Division Description
The University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee College of Health Professions & Sciences offers a wide array of health-related academic programs in biomedical sciences, global health, health care administration, nursing, the rehabilitation sciences, and sustainable peacebuilding serving 2300+ students. The faculty and staff in these areas are training our graduates for high-demand careers. Many of our degree programs are nationally recognized and ranked and have achieved the highest accreditation possible. The academic quality of our programs is excellent, and through our outreach and e-Learning programs, we have extended access to our educational resources to distant locations. Our interdisciplinary collaborations continue to expand, which has enabled us to establish a distinguished presence on campus and become an engine for innovation for southeastern Wisconsin. Through research, our faculty, staff, and students continue to break new ground and pioneer investigations that are helping advance discoveries critical to the health care professions and sciences. We are proudly dedicated to serving our community through fruitful partnership with many organizations, alumni, and friends.
UWM School of Nursing offers a Bachelor of Science (BS), Master of Nursing (MN), Master of Sustainable Peacebuilding (MSP), Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree programs. UW-Milwaukee offers the BS in Nursing at UWM and UW-Parkside through a consortial partnership. Students are placed in clinical sites throughout Southeastern Wisconsin in proximity to each campus location.
Job Summary
UWM is a Carnegie R1 institution with strong community engagement and an access mission. Our institution has a deep commitment to the success of all students, particularly those who have been historically underrepresented in higher education.
The Clinical Instructor/Clinical Assistant Professor within the School of Nursing may teach courses in the classroom, clinical (hospital and long term care), community settings, health assessment clinical, and/or clinical laboratory for the School of Nursing at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, and/or University of Wisconsin-Parkside (Racine/Kenosha) and may include locations in classroom (in-person or virtual), clinical and community settings in southeastern WI.
The target start date for hire(s) will be August 19, 2024.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Enrolled in, or completion of, a Masters of Nursing or Doctoral Nursing degree program
  • Unrestricted license as RN in Wisconsin or ability to become licensed as RN in Wisconsin. The license must be valid by the start of the appointment
  • Evidence of at least one year of clinical practice experience in nursing
Preferred Qualifications
  • Preferred 50% completion of Master of Nursing degree, or equivalent progression through a doctoral nursing program
  • Master of Nursing degree
  • Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP) degree and/or PhD in a related field
  • Evidence of at least two years of clinical practice experience in nursing, ideally within the last five years
  • Clinical and/or theory teaching experience in a nursing program
  • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)


Expertise particularly in one or more of the following areas:
  • Medical/Surgical, ICU/Emergency
  • Long-Term Care, Memory Care, Rehabilitation Units, and/or Skilled Nursing Facilities
  • Pediatrics
  • Population/Community health
  • Health Care Systems
  • Maternal and infant nursing
  • Gerontology
  • Mental Health
  • Pathophysiology and Pharmacology
  • Psychomotor skills and simulation
Target Salary Range $54,000 - $56,500 on a 9-month basis at 100% FTE. Salary will be prorated based on appointment length and FTE (Final salary offer will be contingent upon applicant degree, knowledge, skills, and abilities demonstrated throughout the selection process).
Benefits and Total Rewards
As part of UWM’s commitment to supporting the success of our team members through positive experiences, employees are provided with Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life. UWM offers a comprehensive benefits package and contributes towards the cost of several benefit plans. Employees with a qualifying position also receive an extensive leave package including vacation, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday, and paid legal holidays. Please visit this link to view summary benefits information. (Compensation figures are for example purposes only.) UWM Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life
Application Instructions
Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide:
  • A cover letter addressing your education/experience as it applies to all minimum and preferred qualifications
  • A resume or curriculum vita
  • A document defining the applicant’s teaching philosophy (limited to 250 words or less)
  • A document listing the names and contact information for three professional references, including telephone number and email address


In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates’ application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications. This is a continuous recruitment with an initial review date of June 10, 2024. To ensure consideration, applications must be submitted by June 9, 2024. Application materials received after June 9, 2024 may not receive consideration.
Application Deadline
Continuous (Open Until Filled?) Yes
If Continuous, Initial Review Date 06/10/2024
Position Contact Name Jackson Prowse
Contact Phone 414-251-6445
Contact Email [email protected]
Application Notes
For this position, applicants are required to apply online. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Additionally, applicants must complete all required fields and attach any required documents. The process is complete when the message “Your application has been submitted” is displayed and you receive a confirmation number.
Legal Notices
AA/EO Statement
UWM is an AA/EO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.
Reasonable Accommodations
UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact [email protected] or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
CBC and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/ , or call UWM’s Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.
Employment Authorization
In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Job Categories Faculty/Instruction - Nursing, Healthcare/Medical

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