Assistant or Associate Professor in Nursing

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This full‑time faculty position is on‑campus and in‑person. Texas Christian University’s Harris College of Nursing and Health Sciences (HCNHS) invites applications for a 9‑month position as an Assistant or Associate Professor in Nursing. An earned Ph.D. in Nursing or other health‑related field is required. Candidates with established and/or ongoing external funding are strongly encouraged to apply. Preference is given to individuals with an established program of research in the areas of wellness and chronic disease, health disparities, or population health.

We are especially interested in candidates with experience teaching undergraduate and graduate nursing in the areas of behavioral health, adult medical‑surgical, clinical reasoning, and professional issues. Broad clinical expertise in adult medical‑surgical, and/or simulation is preferred. Candidates must hold or be eligible to obtain a current, valid, unencumbered license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of Texas.

Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

TCU Nursing is renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, clinical proficiency, and compassionate patient care. Located in Fort Worth, Texas, TCU Nursing offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate nursing programs designed to prepare students for diverse roles in healthcare. Our programs build on and reinforce a broad foundation of liberal studies. At the undergraduate level, the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program blends rigorous classroom instruction with hands‑on clinical experiences.

Students receive a solid foundation in nursing theory, evidence‑based practice, and patient‑centered care. Our graduate and doctoral programs are fully online and prepare registered nurses for leadership and/or advanced practice in a variety of settings. TCU’s nursing faculty are distinguished by their expertise, dedication to teaching, and active involvement in research that advances the field of nursing. Our faculty includes accomplished educators, researchers, and practitioners who have an intentional desire to advance health and the field of nursing education and practice.

Our simulation and practice labs are equipped with state‑of‑the‑art technology to prepare students across levels for patient care before entering the hospital setting. Students assume considerable responsibility for their own learning and are expected to become increasingly independent and competent in the exercise of clinical judgment, clinical reasoning, and the application of the nursing process to a variety of problems and situations.

As a result of strong partnerships with regional health care systems, our clinical placements allow students to apply their knowledge under the guidance of experienced faculty and healthcare professionals. We emphasize the importance of interprofessional collaboration and global engagement, preparing students to work effectively within healthcare teams and make meaningful contributions to the health and well‑being of individuals and communities across a variety of settings.

The Harris College of Nursing & Health Sciences consists of programs that prepare future health care and human services professionals. The academic units within Harris College – Applied Health Sciences, Communication Sciences & Disorders, Occupational Therapy, Kinesiology, Nurse Anesthesia, Nursing, and Social Work – are home to 1,900 students who are supported by committed and talented faculty and staff. Harris College supports the mission, vision, and values of TCU;

we prepare global citizens to think and practice as ethical leaders in health care and educational settings. Harris College offers 20 degree pathways in our health‑related disciplines. Students benefit from learning experiences in campus laboratories and hospitals, clinics, schools, fitness facilities, and community service agencies throughout the Dallas‑Fort Worth Area. On campus, the Miller Speech & Hearing Clinic provides services for more than 300…