Assistant Professor

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Posting Number: 20241169F

Position Title: Assistant Professor – Tenure Track

Position Type: Faculty

Recruitment Type: Internal/External Applicants

Work Schedule: full-time/9-months

Department: 232-Nursing

Position Summary: The M. Louise Fitzpatrick College of Nursing at Villanova University invites applications from outstanding educators and scholars with a broad range of expertise, especially candidates with experience in public health and climate change; care of vulnerable populations, education/simulation science, oncology, family care, and care of those with emotional and physical disabilities are also welcome to apply. This is a full-time 9-month faculty position.

The Fitzpatrick College of Nursing new strategic plan is guiding us to “become who we are not yet.” We invite talented individuals to join us on this journey

Diversity and inclusion have been and will continue to be an integral component of Villanova University’s mission. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.

Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Teach across academic levels.
• Advise students across programs.
• Participate in guiding student research and scholarly projects.
• Mentor students and faculty.
• Engage in and disseminate research and scholarly work.
• Pursue funding opportunities.
• Maintain active engagement in the College, University, and professional community.

Minimum Qualifications

• Research-focused Doctorate in Nursing or closely related field.
• Licensure or eligibility for licensure as a registered nurse in Pennsylvania.
• Previous teaching experience in an academic nursing program.
• Preferred record of external funding or pursuit of external funding.
• Teaching philosophy commensurate with Villanova University’s mission and values.

Application Requirements

Applications must include a cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae. A statement articulating how the candidate’s contributions support the University’s mission (and enduring principles), a statement on inclusive excellence, and a philosophy of teaching statement are required with application. Contact information for 3 individual references are required for all finalists. References will be contacted via email to submit confidential letters of recommendation.

Required for Appointment

• Official transcripts from undergraduate and graduate degrees.
• Evidence of professional liability insurance.
• Criminal background check clearance.
• FBI fingerprints and PA Child Abuse Clearances.

Posting Date: 09/26/2024

Closing Date (11:59pm ET):

Salary Posting Information: Competitive.

Salary Band:

Job Classification: Faculty

References Needed

Minimum Number of References Needed: 3

Maximum Number of References Needed: 3

Documents Needed to Complete Your Application

Required Documents

• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
• Resume / Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Statement of Contribution to Mission
• Statement of Contribution to DEI

Optional Documents

• Other Document