Nurse Anesthesia Faculty -- All Ranks

Nurse Anesthesia Faculty

• All Ranks Hattiesburg, MS, United States | req5309 Posted on: 5/4/2026 Nurse Anesthesia Faculty
• All Ranks The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Nurse Anesthesia Faculty
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Position Details Location Hattiesburg 118 College Drive Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001 United States Division Leadership and Advanced Nursing Practice Position Type Faculty Employment Status Full Time Grant Funded No Pay Grade Generic Grade Posting Close Date Open Until Filled Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B). Job Summary The University of Southern Mississippi invites applicants for a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track faculty position as an Assistant Professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, School of Leadership and Advanced Nursing Practice. Qualified applicants with teaching/practice experience as a board-certified Nurse Anesthetist are welcome to apply. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Develop and teach graduate courses. Contribute broadly to our thriving graduate and undergraduate nursing programs. Mentor/advise nurse anesthesia students. Supervise nurse anesthesia students in the simulation setting. Develop and maintain syllabi, lesson plans, and more for each course taught. Maintain the standards of The University of Southern Mississippi. Possess a passion to educate anesthesia students Assist the program clinical coordinator with student scheduling, onboarding, tracking, paperwork, applications, and communications. Inventory simulation supply ordering, stocking, and inventory. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications The successful candidate will possess a doctoral degree in nursing or a doctoral degree in a related field along with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in nursing. Applicants must have 4+ years' clinical experience as a certified registered nurse anesthetist and 1-2 years of didactic experience teaching in a nurse anesthesia program. Candidates must hold or be eligible for an unencumbered license to practice nursing and advanced practice standing in the State of Mississippi, meet all requirements of the affiliated clinical agencies, and satisfy a criminal background check. Current ACLS, PALS, and BLS certification. Salary and appointment to Assistant Professor/Associate Professor, Assistant Teaching Professor/Associate Teaching Professor, Non-Tenure Track/Tenure Track/Tenured, will be commensurate with qualifications and experience appropriate for that rank. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Utilizes personal computer, computer software (PeopleSoft, Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Power Point), photocopy machine, fax machine, and telephone. Also uses standard office equipment such as stapler, staple remover, and scissors. Ability to mentored in curriculum, teaching, and content delivery, accepting constructive criticism and have a willingness to learn. Skill in computer keyboard use. Knowledge of or willingness to learn Canvas, Medatrax, and other related educational platforms. Basic knowledge and skill of maneuvering within Windows-based software applications such as Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel. Basic knowledge and skill on Internet browsers to access web sites. Basic knowledge and skill of using email to send and receive correspondence. Proficiency in using search engines and web-based applications for research. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Access for reports and documents. Knowledge and skill in incorporating software tools and equipment into office procedures.

Language Skills:

 Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organizations.

Mathematical Skills:

 Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Preferred Qualifications Preference for applicants with a minimum of 3 or more years of experience in didactic nurse anesthesia education. About The University of Southern Mississippi Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions. Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others. We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We're developing the next generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu. The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.