"Open Rank Tenure-Track, School of Nursing"

Open Rank Tenure-Track, School of Nursing

College: College of Health and Human Services - 315 College
Dept/School: School of Nursing - 31510
Vacancy Number: 16F-739
Position Number: 409
Location of Workplace: Main UNCW Campus

Brief Summary of Work for this Position:
The School of Nursing (SON) within the College of Health and Human Services (CHHS) at the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW), invites applications for 9-month, full-time, tenure-track/tenured Assistant or Associate Professor positions beginning August 2026.

Tenure-track faculty have teaching, research, scholarship, and service expectations. The primary teaching responsibilities will be assigned across undergraduate and graduate nursing programs to meet the SON's needs, including student advising and/or mentoring.

Tenure-track faculty are expected to engage in professional and community service and contribute to ongoing program evaluation and improvement. Successful candidates will be expected to relocate to North Carolina and maintain a campus presence as part of the SON faculty. Applicants for these positions should demonstrate the potential for high-quality teaching and a sponsored program of research.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• Doctoral degree in nursing OR a doctorate in a related discipline with a baccalaureate or graduate degree in nursing at time of application. NOTE: Applicants with earned degrees will be given preference. If ABD at time of application, degree must be conferred by August 1, 2026 to be eligible for employment.
• Demonstrate the potential for high-quality teaching and a sponsored research program.
• A clear direction for research and scholarly activity is required.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
Preference will be given to applicants with:

• Teaching experience
• A focused program of research (beginning or advanced) and scholarly activity that complements existing school research and scholarship focus.
• Clinical experience in the following areas: community, mental health, adult health, and pediatrics
• Experience with AI use in educational and professional settings

Required Certifications or Licensure:
A current RN license in NC or eligibility for licensure in NC

Special Notes to Applicants:
Prior to the official appointment to the university, the candidate(s) selected for hire must be able to demonstrate eligibility to teach assigned courses by successfully meeting the credentialing requirements based on official transcripts and other documentation as required.

Please see list of required materials & specific instructions:
1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vita
3. List of 3 Professional References. NOTE: If ABD at time of application, one reference must be from Dissertation chair.
4. Teaching Philosophy - summary paragraph of teaching philosophy, including a list of previously taught courses
5. Research Summary -summary paragraph of research interests

To apply, visit https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/37965