Assistant Professor- Graduate Nursing Program

Midwestern University’s Graduate Nursing Programs (GNP) in Glendale, Arizona, invites applications for a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. The Graduate Nursing Programs include two Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) programs and a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Program Director and other GNP faculty to develop and teach courses in the DNP and Masters programs. The ideal candidate will possess proven experience with curriculum development and teaching in MSN and DNP programs, mentoring students and faculty, and familiarity with graduate nursing program accreditation requirements. Additional faculty responsibilities include scholarly activities, student advisement, and service.

Midwestern University is an independent, not-for-profit university that provides graduate and postgraduate education in the health sciences. Midwestern University has two campuses, one in Glendale, Arizona, and a second campus in Downers Grove, Illinois. The Glendale campus includes the College of Health Sciences, Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine, College of Pharmacy-Glendale, College of Dental Medicine-Arizona, Arizona College of Optometry, College of Veterinary Medicine, College of Graduate Studies, and the Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine. The College of Health Sciences includes programs in Cardiovascular Perfusion, Clinical Psychology, Nurse Anesthesia, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant Studies, Speech Pathology, and the new Graduate Nursing Programs.

Qualified applicants must possess an unencumbered Arizona registered nursing (RN) license or nursing compact/multi-state privileges, a Ph.D., DNP, or equivalent post-professional doctorate degree, and at least two years of experience as an academic nurse leader.

Applicants should also possess strong organization, communication, and interpersonal skills and a profound passion for educating future nurse leaders. Salary and benefits are competitive for this tenure-track position. Please submit your application packet through MWU's online job board.

Your online profile should include:

• A cover letter (upload as an attachment)
• Your Curriculum Vitae (upload as an attachment)
• Two professional letters of recommendation (upload as an attachment)
• A completed application (you will be prompted to complete the online application)

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Dr. Melanie Logue.