Nursing, Assistant/Associate Professor 9 or 12-month bei University of Saint Joseph

About University of Saint Joseph 

The University of Saint Joseph, founded by the Sisters of Mercy, provides a rigorous liberal arts and professional education for a diverse student population in an inclusive environment that encourages strong ethical values, personal integrity, and a sense of responsibility to the needs of society.

The University has been recognized as a top national university in Connecticut by U.S. News & World Report's Best College Rankings including being the #1 Connecticut University in "Top Performers on Social Mobility," #2 Connecticut University in "Best Value Schools," and #3 Connecticut University in "Best National Universities."

Ideally situated midway between Boston and New York City, the beautiful 84-acre Olmsted-designed campus is one mile from West Hartford's thriving downtown, and provides an array of cultural events, occasions for spiritual development, and fitness and recreational options. The University also has an active presence outside our campus, reaching into the surrounding community through internships, community service projects, new program and partnerships.

At University of Saint Joseph, our mission statement profoundly resonates with our faculty and staff and serves as the foundation upon which our employment policy is built. We seek to attract, develop and retain individuals who are committed to our mission. We are committed to providing an environment where diverse talents, perspectives, experiences and contributions are recognized, and one that promotes the "growth of the whole person" with resources that enable employees to meet professional and personal life needs.

Position Description

The University of Saint Joseph invites applications for a Full-time Non-Tenure Track faculty position (9 or 12-month) to teach in the undergraduate and graduate programs within the Department of Nursing.  The successful candidate will be a certified family nurse practitioner and have demonstrated clinical expertise and some experience in teaching and scholarship.  

The ideal candidate will use evidence-based best practices in support of the education of future nurses and graduate students. The candidate will contribute to the curriculum and employ classroom, clinical, and online teaching for undergraduate and graduate students. 

Required Skills/Qualifications

• Earned master's degree in nursing is required.
• Licensed or eligible for license by the state of Connecticut as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse.
• A minimum of three years of experience practicing in the role of family nurse practitioner.
• Commitment to the mission and values of the University and to the highest standards of the profession of Nursing. 

Preferred Skills/Qualifications

• Earned doctoral degree in nursing or related field. 
• A minimum of two years of teaching in academic nursing programs with experience in curriculum development.

Application Procedure

Interested candidates should submit: 

• Letter of interest addressing all qualifications for the position; specify if you are interested in 9-months or 12-months
• Current curriculum vitae
• Statement of teaching philosophy (two pages maximum) 
• Unofficial transcripts
• Three current professional references with addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers

Please visit our website to read more about our mission statement and learn more about our department and program.