Job Summary
Join an innovative, high performing team of faculty and staff who are building the future of nursing. The College of Nursing is focused on excellence through innovation, applying the best available evidence throughout the curriculum as well as in our teaching approach, and engaging the community for greater impact. The College of Nursing is a National League for Nursing Center of Excellence and is home to the Indiana Center for Evidence Based Nursing Practice, a JBI Affiliate Center.
The College offers undergraduate degrees including a traditional BSN, second degree accelerated BSN, and an online RN to BSN. We offer several MSN options including two advanced practice roles (family nurse practitioner and adult-gerontology clinical nurse specialist) and two online advanced practice specialties (nurse educator and nurse executive). Our post-master’s DNP program has a focus in translation science.
Purdue University Northwest’s College of Nursing invites applications for the full-time academic position of clinical assistant professor for an academic year appointment starting August 5, 2024.
Clinical track responsibilities include use of evidence-based approaches to teaching in classroom and online environments for the graduate or undergraduate program, contributing to curriculum development and revision, participating in university, professional and community service, and clinical practice. Rank and salary are commensurate with experience and education.
University Overview
Purdue University Northwest, a premier metropolitan university located in Northwest Indiana, is dedicated to empowering transformational change in its students and its communities. PNW operates from a main campus in Hammond, IN, with a branch campus in Westville, IN. Part of the Purdue University system and offering more than 70 undergraduate and graduate degree programs, PNW is committed to academic excellence, supports growth, and celebrates diversity.
Education
The position requires an earned doctorate in nursing practice (DNP). Proficiency in English, written and spoken, is required.
Experience
Expertise/Certification in one of the following Advanced Practice Roles (NP or CNS) is desirable:
- Family Practice
- Women’s Health
- Pediatrics
Candidates with clinical, classroom teaching, simulation and online teaching experience are strongly encouraged to apply.
Additional Information
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vita including references, and a statement of teaching philosophy using the online application www.careers.purdue.edu/PNW
Purdue University Northwest is committed to advancing diversity in all areas of faculty effort, including scholarship, instruction, and engagement. Candidates should address at least one of these areas in their cover letter, indicating their experiences, current interests or activities, and/or future goals to promote a climate that values diversity and inclusion.
Employment is contingent upon completion of a successful background check. All inquiries, nominations, and applications will remain confidential; references will not be contacted without notice.
PNW offers an attractive salary and an excellent benefits package. For information regarding the benefits package, visit: www.purdue.edu/benefits.
Purdue University is an EEO/AA employer fully committed to a diverse workforce. All individuals including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.