School of Nursing - Open Rank - Program of Research and Scholarship (FCHS)

research funding, as well as data-based, peer-reviewed research publications and presentations. A minimum of a research doctorate, research focus, and a strong potential for a funded program of research is required. Post-doctoral fellows are encouraged to apply. Rank, tenure, and salary are competitive and commensurate with professional background and experience. Faculty may elect different degrees of emphasis on the teaching, service and scholarship components of the faculty role. This is not a remote position. The UAB School of Nursing's legacy of leadership is focused on the integration of research, education, and clinical practice and evidenced in more than 22,000 alumni serving as expert clinicians, executive nurse leaders, deans and directors of nursing programs, nurse scientists, advanced practice registered nurses, and other professional leaders. The School is ranked in the top nursing schools nationwide by U.S. News and World Report and offers innovative baccalaureate, post-baccalaureate, master's, post-master's, doctoral and post-doctoral programs. These include the state's oldest and most honored PhD in Nursing, a Doctor of Nursing Practice with a Nurse Anesthesia Pathway, a Dual DNP /PhD Pathway, a Graduate Clinical Nursing program that includes a MSN and a DNP , with more than 15 specialty and subspecialty tracks with dual degree options, advanced practice tracks in geriatrics, nursing and health care administration, and care transitions, among others; an Accelerated Master's in Nursing Pathway for individuals with a bachelor's degree in a field other than nursing, and other unique degree offerings. The UAB School of Nursing is designated a Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization Collaborating Centre for International Nursing, hosts a Paul D. Coverdell Peace Corps Fellows Program and is one of the leading VA Nursing Academic Partnerships in the nation. Based at the state's flagship Academic Health Science Center with the third largest public hospital in the nation, the School is a leader in collaborative science and home to the state's only nursing-specific research initiative with a diverse funding portfolio supporting scholarship in health equity, oncology, palliative care, HIV / AIDS , pediatrics, occupational health, aging, among others, and faculty hold more than 70 appointments in university-wide research centers. The School also is home to state-of-the-art nursing simulation and skills laboratories with some of the most current technology in health care, providing interdisciplinary students, and faculty, hands-on clinical learning experiences to enhance skills development, teamwork, communication, critical thinking and clinical judgment. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. EEO Statement: UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix . Department: Family, Community and Health Systems Assignment Category: Full-Time Tenure Status: Open Tenure Required Qualifications: The School of Nursing at the University of Alabama at Birmingham ( UAB ) invites applications and nominations for a full time, tenure track, faculty position for individuals with an established program of research or scholarship that aligns with the missions of the School of Nursing and UAB . Candidates must have a well-identified, high-priority research focus area with a track record of success in securing external research funding, as well as data-based, peer-reviewed research publications and presentations. A minimum of a research doctorate, research focus, and a strong potential for a funded program of research is required. Pre-Employment Background Check: A pre-employment background check investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.