What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant/Associate Professor (Tenure Track) or Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice (Non-Tenure Track) position at University of Indianapolis?
Job Description
SUMMARY OF ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR - TENURE TRACK
The Assistant or Associate Professor – Tenure Track teaching responsibilities include didactic, clinical, lab, and simulation instruction within the content area of expertise and as needed in the undergraduate nursing programs. Additionally, faculty will demonstrate meaningful service commitments to the School of Nursing, College of Health Sciences, University, and/or the community at large and academic advising. To hold this appointment, the candidate must demonstrate continued and successful progress toward a scholarly agenda in their field with successful dissemination of research. This is a full-time on-campus/in-person position. Workload requirements may be negotiated with the candidate and Dean.
Summary Of Assistant/Associate Professor Of Practice - Non-tenure Track
The Assistant or Associate Professor of Practice’s teaching responsibilities include didactic, clinical, lab, and simulation instruction within the content area of expertise and as needed in the undergraduate nursing programs. Additionally, faculty will demonstrate meaningful service commitments to the School of Nursing, College of Health Sciences, University, and/or the community at large and academic advising. To hold this appointment, the candidate must maintain up-to-date knowledge via ongoing clinical practice and/or completion of continuing education activities that enhance teaching practice-based skills and scholarship that focuses on evidenced-based practice (in compliance with University, College of Health Sciences, and School of Nursing policies). This is a full-time on-campus/in-person position. Practice requirements and workload requirements may be negotiated with the candidate and Dean.
Experience
REQUIREMENTS/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Thank you for your interest in the University of Indianapolis! The University is a private, liberal arts university located on 65 acres just minutes from downtown Indianapolis. With more than 700 faculty and staff, it is a place where you can become part of a close-knit campus community that emphasizes the importance of community partnerships in the future growth of the University.
UIndy’s mission is to prepare its graduates for effective, responsible, and articulate membership in the complex societies in which they live and serve and for excellence and leadership in their personal and professional lives. The motto of "Education for Service" provides the foundation for our work to better our communities, both near and far.
As University employees, we know the work we do is important to our students and our communities. To accomplish our mission, we welcome talented, civic-minded, and diverse individuals from all career levels to help maintain our high standards of excellence and quality. If you want to join our dynamic environment and experience hard work, creativity, and teamwork, we welcome your application!
The University of Indianapolis is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, citizenship status, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. The University of Indianapolis does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission as required by Title IX.
Benefits
SUMMARY OF ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR - TENURE TRACK
The Assistant or Associate Professor – Tenure Track teaching responsibilities include didactic, clinical, lab, and simulation instruction within the content area of expertise and as needed in the undergraduate nursing programs. Additionally, faculty will demonstrate meaningful service commitments to the School of Nursing, College of Health Sciences, University, and/or the community at large and academic advising. To hold this appointment, the candidate must demonstrate continued and successful progress toward a scholarly agenda in their field with successful dissemination of research. This is a full-time on-campus/in-person position. Workload requirements may be negotiated with the candidate and Dean.
Summary Of Assistant/Associate Professor Of Practice - Non-tenure Track
The Assistant or Associate Professor of Practice’s teaching responsibilities include didactic, clinical, lab, and simulation instruction within the content area of expertise and as needed in the undergraduate nursing programs. Additionally, faculty will demonstrate meaningful service commitments to the School of Nursing, College of Health Sciences, University, and/or the community at large and academic advising. To hold this appointment, the candidate must maintain up-to-date knowledge via ongoing clinical practice and/or completion of continuing education activities that enhance teaching practice-based skills and scholarship that focuses on evidenced-based practice (in compliance with University, College of Health Sciences, and School of Nursing policies). This is a full-time on-campus/in-person position. Practice requirements and workload requirements may be negotiated with the candidate and Dean.
Experience
REQUIREMENTS/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a Registered Nurse (RN).
- Masters Degree in Nursing.
- For the Tenure Track position, the candidate must have an earned doctoral degree within 12 months of employment.
- Unencumbered Registered Nurse license in Indiana.
- Deliver courses with clear outcomes, meaningful assignments, and transparent, timely assessment.
- Model effective teaching and professionalism.
- Manage inclusive and responsive learning environments.
- Attend and participate collaboratively in department and faculty meetings.
- Be flexible and responsive in teaching and conduct office hours weekly, posted in the course for students.
- Coordinate the use of academic coaches as necessary based on course enrollments.
- Follow the guidance and direction of supervisor(s).
- Demonstrate respectful, ethical, responsible behavior.
- Abide by the University’s policies, procedures, and rules.
- Perform employee responsibilities as detailed in employee handbooks and policies.
- Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.
- Other duties, including special projects, as required or assigned.
Thank you for your interest in the University of Indianapolis! The University is a private, liberal arts university located on 65 acres just minutes from downtown Indianapolis. With more than 700 faculty and staff, it is a place where you can become part of a close-knit campus community that emphasizes the importance of community partnerships in the future growth of the University.
UIndy’s mission is to prepare its graduates for effective, responsible, and articulate membership in the complex societies in which they live and serve and for excellence and leadership in their personal and professional lives. The motto of "Education for Service" provides the foundation for our work to better our communities, both near and far.
As University employees, we know the work we do is important to our students and our communities. To accomplish our mission, we welcome talented, civic-minded, and diverse individuals from all career levels to help maintain our high standards of excellence and quality. If you want to join our dynamic environment and experience hard work, creativity, and teamwork, we welcome your application!
The University of Indianapolis is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, citizenship status, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. The University of Indianapolis does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission as required by Title IX.
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Tuition Discount
- Retirement Savings Plan - 403B
- Employee Discounts & Services
- Free Parking
- Onsite Health & Wellness Center