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Assistant or Associate Professor-Nursing

Montana Tech, Butte, Montana, United States, 59701


Assistant or Associate Professor-NursingTenure Track Appointment

The Sherry Lesar School of Nursing at Montana Technological University is seeking applications for a full-time faculty at either the Assistant or Associate rank. The tenure-track position will start the spring semester of the 2024/2025 academic year.

Applications received by

October 20, 2024

will be guaranteed full review and consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

The successful candidate(s) will provide educational instruction and intervention within the classroom, clinical and simulation lab settings and will be expected to participate in curriculum development and assessment of learning outcomes. Additional responsibilities could include, but are not limited to, holding regular office hours, student recruitment, advising and committee work as assigned.

All candidates must have a Master’s Degree in Nursing or be currently enrolled in a Master’s of Nursing program, and have an unencumbered license as a registered nurse or have the ability to obtain by January 1, 2025. All candidates must have 2-3 years of nursing experience, preferably in mental health nursing, demonstrate performance at a high level, and show evidence of strong written and oral communication skills.

Candidates seeking the rank of Associate Professor must have a minimum of 4 years of experience in an academic teaching environment, and demonstrate nursing scholarship such as research experience, presentations at professional conferences and/or publications.

Duties:The successful candidate will provide educational instruction and intervention within the classroom, clinical and simulation lab settings and will be expected to participate in curriculum development and assessment of learning outcomes. Additional responsibilities could include, but are not limited to, holding regular office hours, student recruitment, advising and committee work as assigned.

Required Qualifications:Assistant Professor:

Master’s degree in Nursing or current enrollment in a Master’s of Nursing program

Current unencumbered license as a registered nurse or advanced practice nurse in the state of Montana or ability to obtain by January 1, 2025

2-3 years of nursing experience and demonstrated ability to perform at a high level

Evidence of strong written and oral communication skills

Associate Professor:

Master’s degree in Nursing or current enrollment in a Master’s of Nursing program

Current unencumbered license as a registered nurse or advanced practice nurse in the state of Montana or ability to obtain by January 1, 2025

2-3 years of nursing experience and demonstrated ability to perform at a high level

Evidence of strong written and oral communication skills

Minimum of 4 years of experience in an academic teaching environment

Demonstrate nursing scholarship such as research experience, presentations at professional conferences and/or publications

Preferred Qualifications:

Doctoral degree (PhD, DNP, EdD) preferred

Prior classroom and/or clinical teaching experience at the collegiate level

Evidence of scholarly activity

Experience in simulation education

2-3 years of mental health nursing experience

For full consideration application materials must be complete.

Please include:

Cover letter addressing qualifications

Resume

Contact information for 3 professional references

Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check.

Montana Tech is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination.

To request an accommodation for the application or interview, please contact Cathy Isakson 406-496-4380; cisakson@mtech.edu

Why Work at Tech?

Help meet the changing needs of society by providing a transformative student experience by helping develop leaders for tomorrow by advancing science, engineering and technology.

In addition, Montana Tech offers an attractive benefits package which includes:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low deductibles and comprehensive coverage.

Generous employer contribution toward monthly health care benefits worth $6.08 per hour.

5.9% retirement employer contribution for eligible employees

11 Holidays per year

3 weeks of Annual Leave to start

Generous sick leave policy that can be used for sick children, doctor and dentist appointments as well as bereavement.

6 credits of coursework free per year (fees not included)

Life and Disability Insurance

Reduced tuition for dependents after 4 months of employment for eligible employees

Employee Assistance and a Wellness Program

Optional Retirement Plan for eligible employees

Possible remote work days with supervisor approval and eligible positions.

* Benefits are dependent on position type and terms and conditions of eligibility.

Montana Technological University, Butte Montana, is nestled in the Heart of the Rocky Mountains along the Continental Divide, where I-15 and I-90 intersect. We are home to the largest National Historic District in the country. Montana Tech is a special focus institution with a reputation for excellence and value.

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