Faculty - Nursing

Concordia University Chicago (CUC) invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Nursing - Medical Surgical. The University seeks a forward-thinking and bold leader to enthusiastically embrace its mission of transforming student lives thought high-impact nursing education. The Assistant Professor of Nursing - Medical Surgical will work collaboratively with the Director of Nursing, Associate Director of Nursing, faculty, staff, and administration to support student success, and establish and execute the strategic priorities for the department in alignment with the University's strategic plan. This is a 12-month tenure-track faculty position.

Responsibilities/Duties:

Primary responsibilities include:

• Develop and deliver curriculum, evaluate student learning, and contribute to the advancement of nursing knowledge through scholarship and service
• Teaching both the theory and clinical components of Adult Health nursing and companion courses as needed.
• Contribute to the development of the department and the college through interdisciplinary, collaborative teaching across the university and the community it serves.
• Active participation on divisional and university committees.
• Advise and mentor students in all stages of their educational journey.

Skill Sets:

• Exhibits a service mentality toward all stakeholders
• Utilizes effective, professional, accurate, and timely communication with stakeholders
• Demonstrates an organized, flexible, self-directed, work ethic
• Possesses strong analytical reasoning and writing skills
• Demonstrates the ability to maintain subject matter currency
• Demonstrates the ability to effectively work with students with a wide range of skills, motivations, academic and vocational goals
• Creates an environment dedicated to problem solving and positivity
• Exhibits personal and professional integrity in all interactions
• Possesses a commitment to inclusivity

Minimum Experience Required:

• Five years of experience in clinical nursing practice.
• Three years of experience in nursing education or equivalent hospital education experience.
• Knowledge of state and national program accreditation.
• Demonstration of progressive roles and experience in teaching and learning.
• Teaching experience in baccalaureate level program with curriculum development and assessment.
• Evidence of self-development through participation in continuing education offerings, advanced study, scholarly pursuit, and/or professional and clinical activities.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position.

Education Requirements:

• Master's Degree or higher with a major in Nursing
• Current state of Illinois Registered Professional Nurse License

Compensation and Benefits:

Starting range and faculty rank is dependent upon individual qualifications and experience. Concordia University Chicago benefit options include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and/or Health Savings Account (HAS)
• Disability and Survivor Plan
• Retirement Pension Plan
• Retirement 403(b) Savings Plan
• Basic Life and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Coverage
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Tuition benefits (available for employees and their qualified dependents)

Application Information:

Interested individuals should include the following in their online application:

• Cover letter
• Personal Teaching Philosophy
• Resume/CV
• Copies of post-secondary academic transcripts that reflect completion of advanced degree(s) (Official transcripts will be required upon hiring of successful candidates.)
• Names and phone numbers of three references
• Only applicants submitting all required documentation above will be considered.

Concordia does not discriminate in the employment of individuals on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, sex or age. As an institution of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, however, and to the extent allowed by law, Concordia University reserves the right to give preference in employment based upon religious affiliation.

Concordia University Chicago does not generally sponsor for employment visas except for positions that oversee, teach or support our international programs.

About Concordia University Chicago:

Concordia University Chicago is a liberal arts-based Christian university founded in the Lutheran tradition. Through its College of Theology, Arts & Humanities, College of Business, College of Education, and College of Health, Science & Technology, Concordia-Chicago offers more than 160 areas of study in small classes taught by professors who are passionate about teaching and student success. All undergraduate and graduate degrees are fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Concordia University Chicago has been recognized as a College of Distinction since 2010, and is consistently ranked among the Best Regional Universities–Midwest by U.S. News & World Report. For more than a decade, combined undergraduate and graduate enrollment has exceeded 5,000 students. Concordia University Chicago is located in River Forest, 10 miles west of downtown Chicago. Learn more about our commitment to higher education, rooted in the Gospel, at CUChicago.edu.

Steadfast in Jesus Christ as revealed in the Holy Scriptures, Concordia University Chicago promotes academic rigor in its liberal arts and professional programs; grounds students in objective truth, integrity, and excellence; and practices faithfulness to the Confessional teachings of the Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod, as it forms students for vocations in church, family, and the world.