Clinical Asst​/Assoc​/Full Professor – Nursing Practice & Health Systems; Career Track

Clinical Asst./Assoc./Full Professor
- Nursing Practice & Health Systems (Career Track)

Posting Number: req
25279

Department: College of Nursing

Location: Greater Phoenix Area

Address: 92 W Vaughn Ave #301, Gilbert, AZ 85233 USA

Join our nationally ranked, CCNE-accredited pre-licensure nursing program as an Assistant/Associate/Full Clinical Professor (FT) and help shape the future of nursing education. We're seeking passionate educators for our MEPN program who are committed to innovative teaching and interdisciplinary collaboration.

• Flexible FTE options available
• Supportive, dynamic academic environment
• Outstanding UA benefits, including health coverage, retirement plans, tuition reduction, and more

Make a meaningful impact in nursing education-apply today and become part of a team driving excellence in healthcare.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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• Teach and guide students in theoretical and clinical practice courses within assigned program.
• Mentor students to support their academic success and professional growth.
• Create and maintain a positive, nursing values-driven learning environment.
• Evaluate student performance and contribute to ongoing curriculum development.
• Engage in program planning and assessment through faculty governance and continuous quality improvement.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and clinical partners to strengthen academic-practice relationships.
• Ensure compliance with program, college, and clinical site policies.

• Maintain clinical proficiency through direct or indirect practice.
• Develop academic excellence through practice-relevant inquiry and knowledge dissemination via publications and presentations.
• Contribute to grant efforts supporting student education and training.

• Engage with faculty, the administrative leadership team, and students in furthering the mission and goals of the College of Nursing.
• Participate in special projects and faculty governance activities, as needed.

• Skilled in nursing simulation and diverse student instruction.

Rank: to be determined by the college's Faculty Appointment Promotion & Tenure (FAPT) Committee. All ranks.

• Doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, or DNP) in nursing or a related field.
• Two (2) years of clinical experience as RN providing direct patient care.
• Evidence of teaching and clinical practice or systems leadership experience, through certification, or equivalent preparation.
• Provide evidence/receipt of an active Arizona RN License prior to first day of employment with College of Nursing.
• Maintain own license, immunizations, CPR, and other agency or College requirements and provide evidence of current status.
• Must be eligible to obtain a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card from AZDPS.

• Experience teaching nursing fundamentals, healthcare informatics, and/or health systems work in an entry-to-practice nursing program.
• Recent direct or indirect nursing practice.
• Proficient in curriculum design, program evaluation, and active learning methods.
• Certified by a nationally recognized credentialing agency.
• Experienced with online teaching methodologies.

Lauren Acosta | heller

2/25/2026

Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and Three Additional Documents

Please submit all requested materials and complete the application in its entirety.

In your Cover Letter, please address your teaching interest and/or experience with nursing fundamentals, healthcare informatics, and/or health systems.