PhD Program Director, Nursing; Endowed Professorships in Nursing (F00237P)

University of Texas at Arlington, United States

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Arlington, TEXAS
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Position Information


Posting Number F00237P
Position Title PhD Program Director, Nursing; Endowed Professorships in Nursing (F00237P)
Department CONHI Dean's Office
Location Arlington
Job Family Faculty
Position Status Full-time
Rank Tenured
Work Hours Standard
Open to External and Internal
FLSA Exempt
Duration Funding expected to continue
Pay Basis Monthly
Benefits Eligible Yes
Job Summary
The College of Nursing and Health Innovation (CONHI) at the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA), seeks an outstanding nurse researcher for a tenured position to serve as Program Director of our PhD in Nursing programs. Individuals who meet the qualifications for appointment at the rank of full professor with tenure will be considered for an endowed professorship. We seek a faculty member with outstanding qualifications who shares the University’s core values of high standards of excellence in innovative and collaborative research, combined with fostering an open environment that promotes participation of underrepresented groups in research. Candidates with outstanding skills in all areas of nursing research, with experience educating and mentoring new nurse scientists are welcome to apply. We are open to applicants interested in the PhD Program Director and also tenured faculty positions. Individuals with experience as a faculty member or leader in PhD programs in nursing as well as those with research programs and teaching expertise in areas of clinical practice, advanced practice nursing, public health, patient outcomes, leadership, informatics, policy, will receive preference. This position offers an exciting opportunity to join a growing faculty, lead a growing PhD in Nursing Program in a College of Nursing and Health Innovation currently ranked #26 in NIH funding among Schools of Nursing, and contribute to the continued growth of our academic and research programs in the college and university.
Benefits at UTA
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CBC Requirement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The individual will serve as the Program Director for the PhD in Nursing, have an independent program of research and will collaborate with colleagues in Nursing, Kinesiology and Public Health within the college and with other disciplines across the university. Opportunities for collaboration in conducting research are extensive at UTA. All faculty contribute to the academic mission and teach in one of our established academic programs. We foster and support interdisciplinary research and education.
Required Qualifications
1. PhD in Nursing or related field from research intensive program
2. Eligibility for licensure as a registered nurse in Texas; minimum of three years of clinical and/or research leadership/mentorship preferred.
3. Active program of research supported by a strong history of external funding and publications for established researchers.
4. Demonstrated commitment to nursing research, education, and service.
5. Eligible for tenure as Associate or Full Professor
Preferred Qualifications
Current external research funding
Special Conditions for Eligibility
Department Information
In recent years, CONHI has accomplished a tremendous expansion of its profile as a research enterprise, which is among the most impressive accomplishments of the College. For FY 2020, the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research ranked CONHI #26 in receipt of NIH funding among Schools of Nursing.
In FY 2020/2021, CONHI had active research awards totaling nearly $30 Million, including multi-year funding, and over forty active research faculty members. The College now has ongoing translational research that includes basic sciences, clinical, applied and community studies in areas such as aging, cardiovascular, cardio-oncology, mental health, women’s health, skeletal muscle (aging and sarcopenia), patient safety, rural health, health disparities and vulnerable populations.
CONHI offers an outstanding research environment with access to state-of the art research facilities and extensive opportunities for interdisciplinary collaborations. Research centers led by CONHI faculty include UTA Multi-Interprofessional Center of Health Informatics (MICHI), the North Texas Genome Center (NTGC), the Bone-Muscle Research Center, as well as a number of established labs including the Human Neural Cardiovascular Control Laboratory, the Applied Physiology Laboratory, the Advanced Imaging Laboratory, and the Healthcare Innovation Lab. Additional local resources are also available to UTA researchers. UTA is part of UT Southwestern’s Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA) and participates in a partnership with the Dallas-Fort Worth Federal Statistical Research Data Center that allows approved researchers to access confidential microdata from the Census Bureau and other federal agencies providing a locally available option for accessing restricted versions of datasets available for health studies.
The CONHI is particularly interested in recruiting an innovative nurse scientist who can lead the college’s PhD Program in Nursing and make a significant contribution to the college’s overarching theme of programming and research in health and disease across the lifespan, with a focus on advancing health and the human condition. Ideal candidates will have a broad understanding and interest in interdisciplinary studies. Research on how social determinants of health affect the health of populations is valued. Relevant research backgrounds may include clinical research, basic sciences, health disparities, social determinants of health, aging, among others. Candidates must demonstrate active, externally funded research agendas, with a strong history of funded research and scholarly productivity.
University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100 . The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.
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EEO Statement
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ADA Accommodations
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email [email protected] .


Posting Detail Information


Number of Vacancies 2
Desired Start Date 09/01/2022
Open Date 06/28/2022
Review Start Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply applicants should go to http://uta.peopleadmin.com/.
Individuals who meet the qualifications for appointment at the rank of full professor with tenure will be considered for Program Director, PhD in Nursing Program; and/or endowed professorship.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants must apply online at: http://uta.peopleadmin.com/ . A complete application includes: 1) curriculum vitae, 2) cover letter, 3) statement of research interests and goals, and 4) names and contact information of three references.

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