Ranked Assistant or Associate Clinical Professor of Nursing​/UMKC School of Nursing & Health S

University of Missouri‑Kansas City School of Nursing and Health Studies invites applications for a 12‑month and/or 9‑month, full‑time, ranked non‑tenure track Assistant or Associate Clinical Professor in the Clinical Division, with primary responsibilities in the Nurse Practitioner (NP) programs.

The faculty member will contribute to didactic, clinical, and programmatic needs within our MSN, DNP, and certificate NP programs, teaching across online, hybrid, and/or in‑person modalities. This position plays a key role in supporting high‑quality graduate NP education aligned with national standards, accreditation expectations, and UMKC's mission to prepare diverse learners to serve as leaders in the improvement of health outcomes.

• Teach graduate‑level didactic and/or clinical courses within the NP programs and support broader School teaching needs as assigned.
• Supervise and evaluate NP students in clinical settings and support the development and oversight of high‑quality clinical learning experiences.
• Provide academic advising and mentorship to NP students related to progression, clinical placement, and professional development.
• Mentor DNP scholarly projects, including project development, implementation, evaluation, and dissemination.
• Contribute to curriculum development, program evaluation, accreditation, and continuous quality‑improvement activities.
• Participate in faculty service, committee work, and collaborative initiatives that support interprofessional education and scholarship.
• Maintain current clinical expertise, strong communication, regular on‑campus engagement, and an inclusive learning environment aligned with UMKC and SoNHS values.

On‑site, Kansas City, MO (UMKC Health Sciences District). Regular on‑campus presence is an essential function of this role due to in‑person clinical collaboration, on‑campus teaching, student advising, and campus service activities.

• Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) or PhD in Nursing or a related field.
• Current, unencumbered RN and APRN licensure in Missouri, or eligibility for Missouri RN and APRN licensure, with the ability to obtain additional state licensure as needed to meet clinical placement or regulatory requirements.
• National board certification as a Nurse Practitioner in one or more of the following specialties: FNP, PMHNP, WHNP, NNP, PNP‑primary care, or PNP‑acute care.
• Minimum of five years of clinical NP practice experience.
• Minimum of two years teaching, precepting, or mentoring nursing students at the undergraduate and/or graduate level.
• Demonstrated strong communication, technological proficiency, and organizational skills essential for effective teaching and student support.

• Experience teaching NP or other graduate nursing students.
• Experience in curriculum development, program evaluation, or accreditation activities within graduate nursing or NP education, including implementation of the AACN Essentials and NTF Standards for Quality NP Education.
• Experience chairing or mentoring DNP scholarly projects.
• Evidence of scholarly dissemination, such as presentations, publications, or quality‑improvement outcomes.
• Familiarity with online teaching platforms, such as Canvas, and other educational technology.

Compensation is commensurate with rank, contract length, qualifications, experience, potential for funded research.

Full‑time, benefit‑eligible, 12 or 9‑month, ranked non‑tenure track position with opportunity for ranked promotion.

August 2026 start date is targeted, but negotiable. Our academic schedules and workload provide for a positive work/life balance.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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