Associate or Full Professor, College of Nursing, Office of Research and PhD Education

Open Rank-Associate or Full Professor, College of Nursing, Office of Research and PhD Education

The University of Cincinnati College of Nursing invites applications from accomplished nurse scientists for a tenure-eligible faculty position at the Associate or Full Professor level. We seek a collaborative, innovative leader with a well-established program of research and a strong commitment to advancing nursing science and education. This 9-month faculty appointment includes teaching across two primary academic semesters with protected research time, which may be increased based on external salary support.

The University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Founded in 1819, UC is a Carnegie 1 institution, combining research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called "the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference.

The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio.

This position is based onsite in Cincinnati, Ohio, with an anticipated start date of August 15, 2026. Following hire, candidates will submit their portfolio for review to determine tenure. Please be aware that UC is unable to provide any type of sponsorship options for hiring in this role.

A research-supportive environment with access to UC's Next Lives Here urban-impact research initiatives Opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration across UC's Academic Health Center Mentorship and leadership opportunities within a nationally respected College of Nursing A vibrant urban campus in Cincinnati, a city known for its affordability, livability, and growing healthcare innovation sector.

Essential Functions:

• Maintain an active, externally funded research program
• Publish regularly in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals
• Submit large-scale extramural grant applications (NIH, HRSA, PCORI, etc.)
• Teach at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels based on expertise and program needs
• Mentor students, postdoctoral fellows and emerging nurse scientists
• Present research at national and international conferences
• Provide service to the College, the University, and professional organizations

Minimum Requirements:

• Demonstrate evidence of effective teaching ability, commitment to student success, and service to the profession.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to present complex material to students unfamiliar with a subject.
• Must have outstanding writing skills to present research in written format.
• Ability to work and collaborate with individuals from a variety of backgrounds.
• Service or Leadership experience at the regional or national level.

Required

Education:

• Must have obtained a Doctorate or terminal degree from a regionally accredited college or university of recognized standing in a field appropriate to the requirements of the position.

Required Experience:

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and research evidenced by strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
• Candidates for a tenured appointment should demonstrate intellectual leadership and impact on the field and potential significant contributions to the department, University of Cincinnati, and wider scholarly community.
• Demonstrated history of extramural funding supporting a focused program of research

Preferred Qualifications:

• Considered Eligibility for Ohio RN licensure
• Minimum of two years of nursing practice experience

Application Process:

• Applicants should submit the following:
  Cover letter describing research program and funding history Curriculum vitae Contact information for three professional references Upload additional materials as needed using the "additional documents" feature.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:
Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits: UC offers an exceptional…