Tenure-Track or Tenured: Open Rank and Title

Description

The School of Nursing at Texas A&M University is seeking a faculty member with experience in academic nursing education for a full-time tenured or tenure-track faculty appointment in Bryan, Texas.

This position includes teaching in our nationally ranked undergraduate and graduate program. The position is a full-time, 9-month appointment with a potential summer contract, beginning in spring 2024.

Applicants will be considered for the titles of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor depending on experience and qualifications.

Rank and salary are commensurate with credentials and experience.

The School of Nursing offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Traditional, Second degree, and RN to BSN), MSN-Family Nurse Practitioner, MSN-Nursing Education, MSN-Forensic Nursing, DNP, graduate certificate in Forensic Health Care and PMHNP post-graduate certificate.

Future plans include a PhD program and additional graduate and post-graduate certificate programs. We are a growing school within Texas A&M University with programs located in Bryan, Texas (primary location), Round Rock, Texas and a new campus location in McAllen is planned for Spring 2026.

The School of Nursing is one of five schools that comprise the Texas A&M Health Science Center. Drawing from our vast network of scientists, educators, and clinical partners, we educate highly qualified graduates who are equipped to address the health needs of an ever-changing population in Texas, the nation, and the world.

Texas A&M University is located in the twin cities of Bryan and College Station, TX. It is home to over 70,000 students and is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities.

The vision of the school incorporates efforts to directly address health disparities and inequity with particular focus on vulnerable, underserved populations.

This position will enhance the research, teaching and service portfolio by expanding upon strong programs in rural health care and nursing care of underserved populations.

As a research intensive position at a Tier One research university, academic rank is commensurate with the candidate’s prior experience and record.

We offer a competitive salary, benefits, and startup package. Consideration will be given to applicants with a strong potential for, or growing, extramurally funded research programs.

Candidates are expected to continue the development of or growth of their program of research and seek external funding while teaching and mentoring both students and fellow faculty.

The role will play a significant role in contributing to the growing research, scholarship, and outreach of the school.

Responsibilities include :

Teaching

All tenured and tenure track faculty are expected to teach. Instruction in the school of nursing is complex, given the practice nature of the discipline, and includes content and clinical mastery.

These expectations are broadly described as expectations to :

• Develop new courses according to curriculum and accreditation standards.
• Prepare course materials and examinations that are current, evaluated, and revised to improve student learning.
• Teach effectively in the classroom, clinical settings, and / or online environment.
• Select and manage quality clinical learning experiences in a variety of settings.
• Provide competent clinical supervision of students.
• Evaluate student performance effectively.
• Advise and mentor students for academic success.
• Maintain posted office hours.
• Collaborate with and mentor faculty peers.
• Maintain clinical currency and relevant certifications.

Research / Scholarship

All tenured and tenure track faculty are expected to generate and disseminate new knowledge consistent with rank. General expectations include active participation in research and scholarship, and dissemination through publications / presentations.

Specific levels or types of external funding are not required; however, research support as a principal investigator demonstrates that a panel of reviewers judged proposed work to be original and significant.

Therefore, competitive external funding serves as an indicator of faculty research impact and reputation.

Service

All faculty are expected to participate in service activities to the University, the school, and to the profession. Additionally, engagement in community service opportunities are encouraged.

Faculty who are tenured as Associate Professors or Professors are expected to mentor junior faculty, chair university or school committees, and to be engaged in professional organizations / boards.

The anticipated start date 5 / 1 / 2024.

Qualifications

Required Education :

Earned PhD degree in nursing or in a related field with at least one graduate degree in nursing. Post doctoral education preferred.

Required Registrations :

Certifications and Licenses :

Candidate must be eligible for a Texas RN and / or APRN license depending upon credentials.

Required Experience :

The initial plan for a program of research for tenure track faculty or a clear focused program of research with scholarly outcomes in the broad area of human health, indicating strong potential for competitive extramural funding.

Experience teaching at the BSN or graduate nursing level is required. Must be qualified for appointment at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor rank, and eligible for tenure consideration at Texas A&M University depending on rank.

Tenure determination requires an accomplished record of teaching, research, and service.

Required Knowledge / Skills / Abilities :

Experience teaching academic nursing (face-to-face, online, or clinical courses) at the baccalaureate or higher level.

Demonstrated clinical expertise in nursing.

Strong writing, public speaking, and presentation skills.

Ability to lead as well as to function as a strong collaborator on interprofessional teams.

Highly organized.

Professional demeanor.

Ability to multi-task and establish effective working relationships.

Knowledge and understanding of the mission and role of the Land Grant University System.