Collaborate with emphasis area coordinators, clinical
concentration coordinators, program directors, and the Associate
and Assistant Deans to identify the types of clinical experiences
and sites needed for optimal clinical education of students.
Teach graduate and undergraduate nursing courses as assigned.
While the candidate may be hired to primarily teach in a
specific program or program level, teaching assignments are based
on UT CON needs as well as individual faculty member expertise and
performance; faculty may be asked to teach across both
undergraduate and graduate programs.
Supervise nursing students as assigned.
Collaborate with clinical agencies in arranging student
clinical experiences (e.g. orientation to objectives of clinical
experience, course syllabus, clinical schedule, et al) as
appropriate.
Participate in the development of academic policies affecting
the admission, progression, graduation and dismissal of
students.
Participate in the evaluation and ongoing enhancement of the
curricula.
Apply evidence from best education practices to curriculum
development and to teaching.
Serve the College of Nursing, University, community and
profession:
- Participate in College of Nursing faculty, standing committee,
task force and other meetings.
- Participate in Faculty Senate Committees and ad hoc committees,
as elected.
- Participate in community and professional activities as
appropriate.
- Participate in scholarly projects as appropriate.
Contribute to the mission and strategic priorities of the
College of Nursing and the University of Tennessee Knoxville
Collaborate effectively with other faculty and staff members
both within the College of Nursing and throughout the University
and community to develop inter-professional academic, clinical, and
research opportunities.
This position is open to those who qualify and can be
appointed as one of the following ranks in the College of
Nursing. Rank appointments are dependent on education
and qualifications relative to the university and college standards
and will be determined by academic leadership in accordance
with faculty handbook, policies, and procedures.
Clinical Assistant Professor: This rank is for
those who have completed a doctoral degree or terminal degree
appropriate to the field or who are licensed or certified to
practice the profession where appropriate. Individuals holding this
rank have shown promise for excellence in areas of responsibility
recorded in the hiring unit’s annual documentation of the NTT
faculty workload distribution and responsibilities.
Clinical Associate Professor: This rank is for
those who have completed a doctoral degree or a terminal degree
appropriate to the field and who are licensed or certified to
practice the profession where appropriate. Individuals holding this
rank have demonstrated excellence in areas of responsibility
recorded in the hiring unit’s annual documentation of the NTT
faculty’s workload distribution and responsibilities.
Clinical Professor: This rank is for those who
have completed a doctoral degree or a terminal degree appropriate
to the field and who are licensed or certified to practice the
profession where appropriate. Individuals holding this rank have
demonstrated a consistent record of excellence in areas of
responsibility recorded in the hiring unit’s annual documentation
of the NTT faculty workload distribution and
responsibilities.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Earned doctorate (PhD or DNP) at time of appointment.
- Current, unencumbered RN license in the state where they are a
permanent resident, and eligibility for RN licensure in Tennessee,
as required for the position.
- Minimum of 3 years of nursing practice experience.
- Effective interpersonal skills and cultural competence.
- Ability to work with a diverse group of students and
colleagues.
Desirable Qualifications:
- Evidence of successful classroom and/or clinical teaching
experience
- Eligibility for APRN licensure in Tennessee
- If teaching NP students, national certification as a nurse
practitioner and prior to employment recognition by the Tennessee
Board of Nursing as an advanced practice registered nurse
- Experience with instructional media and technology
Application Instructions
To apply, please submit your application and materials through our
Interfolio application system. Applications should include: (1) a
letter of interest addressing teaching interests and how the
applicant’s background and experience make them an ideal candidate,
(2) a comprehensive curriculum vitae, (3) the names and contact
information (address, phone number, and e-mail address) for at
least three professional references, and (4) a copy of your
current, unencumbered RN license in your state of permanent
residency. The review of applicants will begin two weeks after the
posting date and will continue throughout the academic year. Rank
and salary are based on qualifications and experience. For
questions about the position, please email conhr@utk.edu. For more
information on the College of Nursing, visit our website:
http://nursing.utk.edu/
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for
employment and admission without regard to race, color, national
origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual
orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability,
genetic information, veteran status, and parental status, or any
other characteristic protected by federal or state law. In
accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights
Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section
504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with
Disabilities Act of 1990, the University of Tennessee affirmatively
states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or
disability in its education programs and activities, and this
policy extends to employment by the university.
Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to
the ADA Coordinator at Equal Opportunity and Accessibility, 1840
Melrose Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, by email to
eoa@utk.edu , or by phone at 865-974-2498.
Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, and
national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), the ADA
(disability), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age),
sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the
Office of Investigation and Resolution, 216 Business Incubator
Building, E J. Chapman Drive, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, by email to
investigations@utk.edu
, or by phone at 865-974-0717.
