Instructor, Undergraduate Studies - Cizik School of Nursing

Cizik School of Nursing at UTHealth Houston invites applicants for full-time or part-time, tenure-track, or non-tenure clinical track positions at the Instructor level in the department of Undergraduate Studies. The faculty member will train and supervise nursing students. The candidate may conduct research for a scholarship, participate in clinical practice, and provide service to the school and the university.

POSITION KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Instructional responsibilities: Clinical supervision, clinical simulation, and/or didactic teaching, and may include other administrative activities as well. Participates in the development of curriculum. Attends course planning meetings. Communicates with course faculty about student assignments, requirements, and progress. Evaluates students' progress, performance, and work and provides timely feedback in compliance with established course protocols. Identifies problems and consults with course faculty to develop strategies to resolve them. Serves as a professional role model and resource for students. Promotes compliance with student/university policies. Other scholarly/institutional service responsibilities will be determined in coordination with the Department Chair.

QUALIFICATIONS

A baccalaureate degree and a Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) or related discipline, and eligibility for licensure as a registered nurse in Texas.

EXPERIENCE

One year of full-time nurse practice experience.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

Leadership/management, education (clinical or didactic teaching). Higher education in School of Nursing. Course management system.

CERTIFICATION/SKILLS

Effective oral and written communication skills. Interpersonal skills to interact effectively with students and faculty. Proficient with Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher). Additional certifications may be required or desired depending upon the specialty area (e.g., CRNA, NP-BC).