Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage: Enjoy
access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive
employer contributions, that include 4 deductible options to suit your
needs.
Paid Time Off: Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave,
paid holidays, and paid winter closure.
Tuition Waiver: Employees and eligible dependents can
take advantage of tuition waivers, supporting continuous education
and professional growth.
Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs: Stay healthy
with wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health
resources.
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University of Wyoming, we are committed to creating a
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offer, please refer to UW's
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JOB TITLE:
Associate Professor of Nursing/Graduate Program Director (MS &
DNP)
JOB PURPOSE:
The Associate Professor/Graduate Program Director will assume a
faculty position as well as internal leadership position in the Fay
W. Whitney School of Nursing (FWWSON). Specifically, the purpose of
the position is to provide oversight to the school's two graduate
programs, including the Master of Science program (nurse leader and
nurse educator concentrations) and the Doctor of Nursing Practice
program (Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health
Nurse Practitioner concentrations).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Associate Professor/Graduate Program Director is responsible
for internal leadership and administration, curriculum development
especially in the graduate nursing programs, accreditation, student
recruitment for graduate nursing programs, admissions and
progression in the graduate nursing programs, graduate program
evaluation, and faculty development. Moreover, the Associate
Professor/Graduate Program Director will teach in the graduate
program, be involved in clinical scholarship, and provide service
to the school, college, university, and profession.
SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:
The Associate Professor/Graduate Program Director will assume a
leadership position within the Fay W. Whitney School of Nursing by
(FWWSON) serving on important school, college, and university
committees including the Leadership Council in the FWWSON.
COMPETENCIES:
The candidate must demonstrate experience and competency to assume
an important teaching, research, service, management, and
leadership position in the FWWSON.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Doctoral degree in nursing from an accredited institution or
Master's degree in nursing from an accredited institution with
doctoral degree in related field
- Eligible for unencumbered RN licensure in Wyoming
- At least 5 years of experience practicing in nursing
- History of experience in curriculum development, accreditation,
and program evaluation
- Record of teaching and scholarship to warrant tenure and
appointment to Associate Professor/Professor rank
- Evidence of leadership experience
- Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR)
compliant with the University Vehicle Use
Policy.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds in
academic and clinical settings
- Experience in rural healthcare education and practice
- Understanding of principles related to adult learning
- Excellent leadership and management skills
- Commitment to working effectively with students, employees,
vendors and community members
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:
Complete the online application. The department additionally
requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete
application:
- Cover letter
- Resume or C.V.
- Contact information for four work-related references
(references will only be contacted if you are selected as a
finalist for the position).
This position will remain open until filled. Complete
applications received by 12/1/2026 will receive full
consideration.
WORK LOCATION:
On-Campus: This position provides vital support to campus
customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work
and perform essential job functions on campus, understanding our
location is at 7,220 feet above sea level.
WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS:
Work authorization sponsorship may be available for this position,
however, sponsorship for H-1B work authorization or work visa is
not available for this position.
HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a
protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act
(ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an
accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at
307-766-2377 or email
jobapps@uwyo.edu.
ABOUT LARAMIE:
The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of
30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West.
The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year
university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and
outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community
ties. We invite you to learn more about Laramie by visiting the
About Laramie website.
Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie
offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close
proximity to Colorado's Front Range and the metropolitan Denver
area. Laramie's beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor
enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually.
For more information about the region, please visit
http://visitlaramie.org/
Job Identification: 251316
Apply Before:
Job Schedule: Full Time
Locations: 16 & Gibbon, Laramie, WY, 82071, US
Posted Salary Range:
Schedule (Hours Per Week): 40
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