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Job Title

Assistant Professor of Nursing

Agency

Texas A&M University - Kingsville

Department

Rural Nursing Program

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Kingsville, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

Are you a passionate and innovative nursing educator ready to help shape the future of healthcare? We are hiring for a proposed Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program and seeking dynamic individuals to join our founding faculty. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the ground-up development of a cutting-edge curriculum, foster a vibrant learning environment, and prepare the next generation of compassionate and skilled nursing professionals.

We are looking for an Assistant Professor of Nursing who is eager to build, innovate, and inspire within a collaborative and supportive academic setting.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

+ Collaborate with the Program Director and other faculty to design, implement, and evaluate the new BSN curriculum.

+ Develop and teach a variety of nursing courses, including didactic, lab, and clinical components, across the BSN curriculum.

+ Mentor and advise nursing students, fostering their academic and professional growth.

+ Participate in the accreditation process for the new nursing program.

+ Engage in scholarly activities appropriate for the rank of Assistant Professor, which may include research, publications, presentations, and grant writing.

+ Contribute to the service activities of the program, department, and university.

+ Participate in student recruitment and retention efforts.

+ Maintain current knowledge of nursing practice, education trends, and healthcare policy.

Minimum Requirements

Education - Doctorate in Nursing (PhD, DNP, EdD in Nursing or Higher Education) from an accredited institution.

Education - Master's degree in nursing (MSN) from an a ccredited institution is required .

Experience - Minimum of two (2) years of recent clinical experience as a Registered Nurse (can be met through clinical instructor role) .

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of - Knowledge of nursing education, including teaching in baccalaureate nursing programs.

Knowledge of - Knowledge of nursing education best practices, curriculum development, and accreditation standards.

Skills in - Skills in communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Ability to - Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Licensure/Certification - Current, unencumbered RN license in Texas or eligibility for licensure.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Experience with new curriculum or program development.

+ Demonstrated experience with simulation in nursing education.

+ Experience with online or hybrid course delivery.

+ Evidence of scholarly productivity (e.g., publications, presentations, research).

Why Join Our Team?

This is an unparalleled chance to be a foundational member of a new nursing program. You'll have the opportunity to:

+ Shape the Future: Directly influence the curriculum and culture of a brand-new program.

+ Innovate: Implement creative teaching strategies and explore new educational technologies.

+ Grow: Develop professionally in a supportive and entrepreneurial environment.

+ Impact: Make a tangible difference in the lives of aspiring nurses and the health of our community.

To Apply

Interested candidates should submit the following:

+ Cover letter addressing your qualifications and interest in this specific opportunity.

+ Curriculum Vitae (CV).

+ Contact information for three professional references.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.