Assistant Professor - School of Nursing

The University of Central Arkansas (UCA) is seeking a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor (9-month appointment) to join the School of Nursing. This on-campus role is designed for a doctorally prepared nurse educator who will shape the next generation of nursing professionals. The successful candidate will lead innovative educational programs, conduct scholarly research, and contribute to a supportive, inclusive academic environment. Learn more at: www.uca.edu/nursing

This tenure track position focuses on teaching, curriculum development, assessment and evaluation, collaboration and mentorship. The faculty member will facilitate student learning, engage in research and scholarship, focus on continuous professional development and provide institutional, professional and community service.

As a tenure-track faculty, you will translate intricate clinical data into digestible, evidence-based instruction. You will ground your teaching in the current realities of healthcare policy and ethics, ensuring students are equipped to navigate the systemic challenges of modern healthcare.

Key Responsibilities:

Qualifications & Skills:

The candidate MUST have: 1) Doctoral degree (PhD in Nursing or DNP from a nationally accredited institution. 2) Current unencumbered RN license. 3) Significant clinical experience in nursing practice. 4) Prior experience teaching nursing students at the undergraduate and/or graduate level, with a strong understanding of pedagogical principles and instructional methodologies. Candidates who are ABD or who have 3 or less semesters left to complete the doctoral degree will be considered.

Must have all clinical requirements mandated by the clinical agencies used for student clinical experiences. These requirements include: 1) MMR (2 vaccines or a positive titer), 2) Varicella (2 vaccines at least 28 days apart or positive titer), 3) Hepatitis B (2 part series or positive surface antibodies above 10), 4) Tdap (must be received within the last 10 years), 5) Tb (Initial testing: Interferon-gamma release assay (IGRA) or a tuberculin skin test (TST) for persons without documented prior testing, TB disease or latent TB infection (LTBI). Retesting: No annual retest or routine serial testing at any interval after baseline in the absence of a known exposure or ongoing transmission is required), 6) Influenza vaccine (annually); and 7) current CPR certification BLS from American Health Association.

It is PREFERRED that the candidate has:
1) PhD in Nursing with evidence of research and scholarly productivity. 2) Educational preparation as a nurse educator or experience teaching at the undergraduate or graduate level. 2) Experience with learning management systems and/or online teaching at the baccalaureate or higher degree. 3) Experience with simulation teaching at the baccalaureate level or higher. 4) Candidates with current clinical experience.

Licensed as an RN in Arkansas

Thank you for your interest in employment at the University of Central Arkansas.
Founded in 1907, UCA has an enrollment of more than 10,000 students and employs over 1,300 full-time employees. The university offers more than 85 undergraduate and 59 graduate certificate and degree programs, including doctoral programs in five disciplines. UCA is proud of its tradition of teaching excellence and its contributions in research, scholarship, and creative activities.

Posting Detail Information

This position may be subject to a pre-employment criminal, sex-offender registry, financial history background check and drug screening. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication and/or adverse financial history alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background checks and drug screening information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.