The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga:

College of Nursing Location:

Chattanooga, TN Description:

The College of Nursing at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) seeks a part-time (50% effort) faculty member. The School of Nursing offers the BSN and DNP degrees in nursing and embraces the shared governance model and Boyer's Model of scholarship. This position will be a 12-month, part-time, nontenure-track position. The person must be doctorally prepared in Nursing or a related field.

Responsibilities:

Teach, advise, and chair doctoral projects in the graduate program, focusing on the Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Program, but may be asked to support other DNP programs. Engage in scholarly activities. Participate in service to the College of Nursing, the University and/or profession. Assist in monitoring and supporting learner success and collaborate in the process of curriculum development and revision as needed.

Qualifications:

Doctoral preparation in Nursing or related field required. Current licensure as a Registered Nurse. Current certification as an Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP). A minimum of two years' experience as a practicing AGACNP. Experience teaching in an academic environment or serving as a preceptor for nursing students/medical residents is strongly preferred.

Application Instructions:

Submit a letter of interest, a current curriculum vitae, copies of transcripts, and a statement of teaching philosophy. Inquiries may be made to Dr. Christine Smith via telephone at (423) 425-5766. Application review begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. Transcripts for all post-secondary academic work and three letters of professional reference are subject to be requested of all applicants during the screening process. About Us The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga is in the heart of one of Tennessee's largest and most dynamic cities. As a national model for metropolitan universities, UTC collaborates with its many regional partners to offer an experiential learning environment with outstanding teaching scholars in 128 undergraduate degree programs and 55 graduate programs-at both the master's and doctoral levels. UTC and Chattanooga-nationally recognized for its downtown redevelopment and wealth of outdoor recreation-are inextricably linked, and the University is central to the workforce and economic development efforts of the region and the state. Colleges of Arts and Sciences; Business; Engineering and Computer Science; Health, Education and Professional Studies; and the Honors College are home to an array of award-winning programs from Nursing to Computer Science, Entrepreneurship to Veteran Student Support. Innovation is a strategic focus, and UTC research and development in smart city technology is an industry leader. UTC is the first and only university in the country with access to a managed, commercial quantum computing network, and we are introducing an artificial intelligence initiative involving entities across campus and engaging partners throughout the region. From our deep ties to the city of Chattanooga to our national reputation for innovation and hands-on learning, UTC stands out as a university where students thrive, faculty inspire, and partnerships create real impact.