9-Month Academic Graduate Nursing Faculty (Tenure/Tenure-Track) at East Tennessee State University

Job description

The ETSU College of Nursing, Department of Graduate Nursing Programs, invites applications for a 9-month, open-rank, tenured/tenure-track faculty position. Successful candidates will be expected to contribute primarily to teaching in the graduate nursing program. However, the incumbent should have the ability to contribute to the College’s teaching, research, and service responsibilities across undergraduate and graduate programs. The position requires engagement in classroom, lab, simulation, and clinical-based teaching, supporting the development of future nursing professionals. The new faculty will join a dynamic group of nursing educators with a strong commitment to student success through innovative evidence-based teaching strategies, inter-professional collaboration, and fostering an environment where every student feels valued and supported. Candidates should have the scholarly preparation expected of faculty in research academic environments. Candidates should show evidence of strong teaching ability at the collegiate level, a record of peer-reviewed scholarly productivity appropriate to rank, and the potential – or, if at the Associate level, a documented history - of securing external funding. They must maintain an active, clearly defined program of research that aligns with and advances the mission and vision of the ETSU College of Nursing, particularly its commitments to rural health, community engagement, and improving health outcomes in the Appalachian region. This position requires teaching, research and service duties to be conducted in person on campus. Remote or hybrid work options are not available. Rank is determined at the time of hiring. Candidates considered for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor must possess a terminal academic doctoral degree in nursing or related field by the start date and demonstrate the potential for research productivity. Some appointments may be eligible for tenure. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of computer/audiovisual software and technology, including learning management systems and supplemental instructional platforms. Knowledge of evidence-based nursing education practices. Knowledge of nursing accreditation standards. Knowledge of current healthcare practices including current technologies. Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with a wide range of faculty, staff, students, and clinical partners. Ability to effectively engage and motivate students. Ability to work collaboratively with administration, faculty, staff, and clinical partners. Ability to engage in clinical teaching as per workload assignment. Ability to travel to clinical agencies based on workload assignment. Ability to travel to other campus sites for teaching as per workload negotiation. All applicants must demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English in accordance with the Tennessee Board of Regents policy 5:02:01:03. Required Qualifications DNP or PhD in Nursing (exceptional candidates completing their PhD may be considered but must be awarded prior to the hire date). If PhD is not in Nursing, then candidates must hold an MSN. Active/unencumbered RN licensure in the State of Tennessee or compact/multistate required by the date of hire. Preferred Qualifications Greater than or equal to five (5) years’ experience in higher education. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job across various settings in the classroom, simulation, clinical, and/or community. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, and balance. The employee may occasionally lift, carry, push, pull, and/or move more than 100 poun