HSC Adjunct Faculty Member - Undergraduate

This position reports directly to the Program Director and supports the academic mission of the School of Nursing through excellence in teaching, mentorship, and student engagement.

The ideal candidate is a clinically competent and student-focused nursing professional who is passionate about developing the next generation of nurses. This individual demonstrates excellence in nursing practice, strong communication skills, and a commitment to fostering student success in both classroom and clinical environments.

This role offers an opportunity to shape future nurses through meaningful teaching and mentorship while maintaining engagement in professional nursing practice. Adjunct faculty play a critical role in advancing the School of Nursing's mission to prepare competent, compassionate, and practice-ready nursing professionals who serve the healthcare needs of Texas and beyond.

Requisition ID

46020BR

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Pay Grade Maximum

Salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills

Major/Essential Functions

Essential Functions

• Assist with didactic instruction in undergraduate nursing courses as assigned.
• Provide clinical instruction, supervision, and evaluation in a specified clinical area and/or the simulation laboratory.
• Evaluate student performance and clinical competency using established course and program criteria.
• Provide timely, constructive feedback to faculty regarding student performance, progression, and learning achievements.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for assigned course content and learning activities.
• Facilitate student learning through effective teaching strategies, coaching, mentoring, and role modeling of professional nursing practice.
• Maintain compliance with TTUHSC, School of Nursing, clinical agency, and accreditation standards and requirements.
• Maintain records and documentation related to instruction and student evaluation as required.
• Collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, students, and clinical partners.
• Participate in faculty development and orientation activities as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the academic mission of the Health Sciences Center and the School of Nursing.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of contemporary nursing practice and healthcare trends.
• Knowledge of principles of adult learning and student evaluation.
• Ability to teach and supervise students in clinical and simulation environments.
• Ability to assess student learning needs and support achievement of course outcomes.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish effective working relationships.
• Ability to use educational technologies and electronic documentation systems.

Employment Classification

• Non-tenure track adjunct faculty appointment.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all TTUHSC employment requirements, including credential verification, licensure verification, and background screening, as applicable

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Grade Minimum

Salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills

Pay Basis

Monthly

Work Location

Abilene

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Nursing.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in baccalaureate nursing education.
• Awareness of current issues/trends in nursing and higher education.

Department

SON Lbk Genl

Job Type

Part Time

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.

Shift

Day

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of 2 years clinical experience.
• Unencumbered licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Texas.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Jeanne Clery Act

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Introduction

Nationally recognized as a Great College to Work For, TTUHSC provides much more than just a job! Enjoy excellent benefits, including paid leave, retirement plans, wellness programs, health insurance and so much more. Ready to start building a rewarding career in a positive environment where you can develop and thrive? Join us as we change the future of health care.

About TTUHSC

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the lives of others by educating students, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSC graduates more health care professionals than any other health care institution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees and certificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. By providing comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 million individuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancing the health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is where world-class education meets compassionate patient care – and we believe that our people are the reason for our institution's lasting success and bright future.

Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative and supportive community that empowers each individual to do their best work. Through our values-based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first.

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

Visa Information

TTUHSC, at its sole discretion, may initiate new H-1B I-129 visa petitions in accordance with the directive issued by Governor Abbott. Approval from the Texas Workforce Commission is required. On a limited, case-by-case basis, the institution may also sponsor eligible individuals for change-of-status or change-of-employer petitions for qualifying positions. TTUHSC will not pay the $100,000 fee, if applicable.

Organization

TTUHSC operates five schools, multiple online programs and numerous facilities across the state of Texas, with campuses in Abilene, Amarillo, Dallas, and the Permian Basin (Midland & Odessa), in addition to our flagship campus in Lubbock, Texas.

As a university separate from Texas Tech University, we have been entrusted with a singular charge: to teach the next generation of researchers and health care professionals while simultaneously providing world-class patient care to the surrounding communities. We are both an institution of higher learning and a place where real people come for life-saving medical care.

What We Stand For: Inclusion, Vision & Values

Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of a supportive community that empowers each individual and embraces all cultures, races, backgrounds, abilities and identities. Diversity and Inclusion are not just important—they are essential to our mission and integral to our purpose.

Five core values—One Team, Kindhearted, Integrity, Visionary, Beyond Service—drive everything we do. Through our Values-Based Culture, we are committed to promoting an exceptional, inclusive & equitable workplace.

Our Vision: "Transform health care through innovation and collaboration." Here, everyone plays a vital role.

Compensation & Benefits

TTUHSC proudly provides many exceptional employee benefits, including a generous compensation package with comprehensive benefits, medical and dental insurance at no charge to the employee, paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and state holidays) and substantial automatic retirement contributions.

Additionally, we invest in employee success by providing many resources designed to support your personal wellness and professional growth, including:

Comprehensive Health Plans and Other Core Insurance

State Retirement Programs and Pension Options

Retiree Insurance for Lifetime Medical Benefits

Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning Programs

Tuition scholarships for employees and their dependents

Leadership and Professional Development Programs

Mental and Physical Wellness Programs

Employee Recognition Programs and Longevity Pay

We are excited for you to consider joining our team at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. Nationally-recognized as a "Great College to Work For," TTUHSC provides so much more than just a job!