Assistant, Associate, Or Full Teaching Professor

Position Function

MISSISSIPPI STATE UNIVERSITY invites applications for nurse faculty positions in a competency-based, accelerated, masters’ entry program of nursing. Faculty hired will be expected to work synergistically with other MSU faculty, community leaders, and clinical constituents to design and implement an innovative nursing education pathway to strengthen a practice-ready nursing workforce. The primary responsibility will be teaching and advising students in the Master of Nursing Program.

Salary Grade : UC

For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.

Area Of Specialization

Nursing Program

Anticipated Appointment Date

September 16, 2023

Tenure Track Status

Non-Tenure Track

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Successful candidates will be expected to:

• Exhibit competence and leadership within defined areas of nursing practice.
• Embrace nursing science and ongoing professional development.
• Participate in competency-based curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation to prepare practice-ready registered nurses at the master’s level.
• Prioritize collaborations with other faculty, communities, clinical systems, and policy makers.
• Serve as role model and academic advisor to students. Foster belonging.
• Demonstrate respect, integrity, and hard work in all relationships and interactions.
• Disseminate nursing scholarship to benefit the profession and the public.
• Actively engage in university, professional, and community activities.
• Assume administrative responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Highly qualified faculty candidates will have a record of impactful teaching, scholarship, and practice. An earned doctoral degree in nursing (or related field) with formal education in teaching/learning principles for adults are required. Exceptional candidates with doctoral degrees in nursing in progress may be considered. Level of appointment is contingent upon education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred candidates will hold a PhD and current certification as an advanced practice registered nurse with academic preparation and clinical experience in psychiatric/mental health nursing or maternal care nursing. Individuals will have a history of leadership and commitment to diversity of thought. Experience with accelerated models of nursing education is ideal. Candidates with significant contributions to caring for rural populations are desired.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability to efficiently and effectively work in a fast - paced environment with multiple responsibilities .
• Strong verbal and written interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize competing demands and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to exercise good judgement and discipline.
• Ability to prioritize work load; meet deadlines and foster a willingness to continuously learn and grow professionally to excel at one's highest capacity.
• Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

• Work is primarily in a classroom setting. Some clinical instruction will be required.
• Exposure to physical risk and physical effort as expected in a clinical setting.

Instructions For Applying

All applicants must apply online at http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu and attach a cover letter, and vitae. In addition, an official transcript and certification must be mailed to:

Dr. Mary W. Stewart, Professor and Dean of Nursing

MSU-Meridian Riley Campus

2214 5th Street

Meridian, MS 39301

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

MSU is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, gender identity, status as a U.S. veteran, and/or any other status protected by applicable law. We always welcome nominations and applications from women, members of any minority group, and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our student population.

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