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University of Arkansas

Assistant Professor of Nursing

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Arkansas, us, 72702

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University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Faculty – Tenure/Tenure Track – Regular – Full‑time – Sponsorship Available – Work study: No.

Title:

Assistant Professor of Nursing.

Summary Of Job Duties:

The Assistant Professor of Nursing is a 9‑month, tenure‑track, full‑time faculty position. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses; conducting research leading to high‑impact peer‑reviewed publications and presentations; supervising students’ scholarly activities such as undergraduate honors research, master’s thesis, and Doctor of Nursing Practice scholarly project; and serving professional organizations, the department, College, and university. Regular, reliable, and non‑disruptive attendance is essential, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others. The position reports to the Executive Director of the Eleanor Mann School of Nursing in the College of Education and Health Professions and requires an on‑campus presence.

Qualifications:

Earned doctoral degree from an accredited university in nursing or a related field (e.g., PhD, DNP, EdD, DrPH) conferred by the first date of employment.

Graduate degree in nursing from an accredited institution of higher education.

Evidence of or promise of success in research/scholarly activity.

Evidence of or promise of effective teaching.

Eligible to hold an unencumbered RN license with the Arkansas State Board of Nursing and secured by the first date of employment.

Research doctorate in nursing (e.g., DSN, DNSc, PhD) conferred by the first date of employment.

Innovative research agenda in adult, geriatric, or chronic health care.

Experience working with federally funded projects or equivalent supporting high‑impact research.

Ability to develop an independent and collaborative research agenda and secure extramural funding.

Commitment to excellence in teaching and learning.

Demonstrated ability to prioritize workload and multitask in a fast‑paced, deadline‑oriented environment.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents To Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Statement of Research Philosophy, Statement of Teaching Philosophy.

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status.

Recruitment Contact Information:

Dr. Carrie McDermott, Executive Director of the Eleanor Mann School of Nursing, carriem@uark.edu.

Special Instructions To Applicants:

Completed applications received by October 24 2025 will be assured full consideration. Late applications will be reviewed as necessary to fill the position.

Pre‑employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS. Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351.

If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process, please submit a request via the Disability Accommodations | OEOC | University of Arkansas (uark.edu) : Request an Accommodation. Applicants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied.

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non‑discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

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