Assistant or Associate Professor, College of Nursing

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

The University of Kentucky, College of Nursing Graduate DNP Program is seeking a Special Title Series (tenure-eligible) Assistant or Associate Professor (open-rank). This is a 12‑month appointment with an anticipated distribution of effort of 60‑80% teaching and advising, 0‑20% clinical practice activities, 15% research and scholarly activity, and 5% service and professional development, reviewed annually. The anticipated start date is January 1, 2026, but no later than July 1, 2026.

This position will remain open until filled.

• Assist in MSN/DNP program instruction to expand the Healthcare Systems Leadership Program (ENL) specialty.
• Design, implement, and evaluate didactic and clinical courses in the College’s Graduate Nursing programs.
• Plan and evaluate student clinical experiences and advise students in the DNP program.
• Serve as a liaison between the College and clinical agencies for student placements, participating as an interprofessional team member.
• Collaborate with UK Healthcare providers, administrators, and staff to assess, develop, and evaluate leadership strategies.
• Participate in assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of programs, projects, scholarship, and research.
• Submit manuscripts for publication and present scholarly activities in peer‑reviewed venues.
• Serve as an investigator or co‑investigator on evidence‑based practice or research projects and grant proposals.

• Earned PhD or DNP nursing degree with demonstrated expertise in nursing administration and evidence‑based practice.
• Active Kentucky license as a prepared registered nurse.
• Minimum of 5 years of practice and academic experience.
• Experience in an Executive Nursing Leadership role is preferred.

Employment at UK is subject to fund availability and comes with comprehensive rewards, focusing on total well‑being and career development. The university contributes to retirement plans, medical coverage, and life insurance. Optional benefits include dental, vision, and additional retirement plans. For more information, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

The University follows both federal and state constitutions as well as all applicable laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for all qualified persons and does not discriminate on basis of any protected class. Candidates may be required to pass pre‑employment screenings, including national background checks or drug screens, as mandated by the University of Kentucky Human Resources.