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JOB TITLE:
Assistant Lecturer-Didactic & Clinical
JOB PURPOSE:
Teach face-to-face didactic, clinical, and on-line courses.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Assistant Lecturer will be responsible for teaching in the undergraduate program in the Fay W. Whitney School of Nursing. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to, teaching in face-to-face didactic, clinical, and on-line courses.
SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:
Additional responsibilities include career advising to students; service to school, college and profession; and professional development.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Graduate degree in nursing from an accredited institution
- Eligible for unencumbered RN licensure in Wyoming
- Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) that is compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Two or more years of acute care clinical experience
- Two or more years of teaching experience in nursing
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Experience supporting students in both academic and clinical settings
- Experience in rural healthcare education and practice
- A strong commitment to cultivating welcome and belonging in education and professional settings; skilled at collaborating with a variety of students, colleagues, community partners, and stakeholders to promote success
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:
Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application:
- Cover letter
- Resume or C.V.
- Contact information for four work-related references (references will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position).
This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 9/1/2026 will receive full consideration.
WORK LOCATION:
On-Campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work and perform essential job functions on campus, understanding our location is at 7,220 feet above sea level.
WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS:
The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States, as sponsorship for any work authorization or work visas is not available for this position.
HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.
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