General Info:
James Madison University (JMU) School of Nursing invites applications for a Tenure Track, 10-month full-time appointment at the rank of Associate Professor that will begin on August 25, 2024. The School of Nursing (SON) offers CCNE accredited Baccalaureate, Master’s, and Doctor of Nursing Practice programs. Teaching responsibilities will focus on graduate nursing program needs.
JMU is a comprehensive state university offering 76 undergraduate, 53 masters, and 8 doctoral programs to more than 20,000 students. Located in the scenic Shenandoah Valley, 2 hours from both Washington D.C. and Richmond, VA, JMU is recognized by the U.S. News and World Report as the most recommended public university in the U.S as well as the most innovative university in the South. The School of Nursing enjoys many opportunities for interprofessional and community partnerships. For more information, visit http://www.nursing.jmu.edu.
The College of Heath and Behavioral Studies (CHBS) is working to identify and dismantle oppressive racist and discriminatory policies, practices, and processes while advancing inclusive excellence and promoting a CHBS culture in which every member can flourish. We are especially interested in qualified candidates with a demonstrated commitment towards building equitable and inclusive environments.
In alignment with CHBS, the School of Nursing (SON) stands against injustice and systemic oppression in all its forms. As nurses we have a responsibility to act with empathy and inclusiveness to reduce inequities. The SON commits to engage with communities, locally and globally, through inclusive, dynamic, and innovative nursing education, practice and scholarship to create health equity. Join us in achieving our goal of continuing to grow as a inclusive excellence college that embodies an atmosphere of belonging.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Duties and responsibilities for this position include teaching, scholarship and professional, community, and/or university service. This position requires in person and/or virtual teaching in the classroom, laboratory, and practicum settings. At the doctoral level, advising and development of student projects is expected. Teaching responsibilities will focus on graduate nursing program needs.
Qualifications:
Qualifications for this tenure-track position at the rank of Associate Professor include the following: A minimum of a graduate degree in Nursing and a Doctorate in nursing or related discipline is required. Three years of recent practice experience is preferred. Teaching experience at the doctoral level of nursing education is required, along with scholarship appropriate to Associate Professor rank.
Other requirements include RN registration and the ability to obtain Virginia nursing licensure within six months of the start date. The faculty of the School of Nursing is committed to the JMU core value of inclusive excellence and therefore seeks candidates who are committed to contributing to building an equitable and inclusive environment.
Pay Rate: Commensurate with Experience
We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.
Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.
