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A pedagogical track faculty member is a full-time, tenure-eligible, faculty member engaged primarily in instructional activities.
The School of Nursing & Allied Health (SONAH) within the College of Health and Human Services (CHHS) is seeking applicants for a nine-month, tenure-eligible Pedagogical Assistant Professor. The responsibilities of this position include teaching, scholarship, and service. The successful candidate must be dedicated to excellence in teaching. Service activities at all levels of the university are expected, as well as student academic and professional mentorship.
SONAH is seeking applicants with expertise in the following specialties:
The School of Nursing and Allied Health offers the following nursing programs:
The Mission of the School of Nursing and Allied Health at WKU is to produce nationally and globally competitive nursing graduates at the associate, baccalaureate, and graduate levels and to provide continuing education opportunities for lifelong learning to our constituents. For more information visit the WKU Nursing website at http://www.wku.edu/nursing/
Requirements:
Additional Information:
Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.
Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.
Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at ena.demir@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.
Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php
For information related to job postings, please email employment@wku.edu.
Application Instructions:
The following items must be submitted through this electronic talent management system by January 3, 2024, although expressions of interest may be considered until the position is filled:
Names and contact information of three reference providers will be collected during the application process. Reference letters will be requested by the Search Committee through an online process at a later date.
You will receive email confirmation once you have successfully completed the application process.
A pedagogical track faculty member is a full-time, tenure-eligible, faculty member engaged primarily in instructional activities.
The School of Nursing & Allied Health (SONAH) within the College of Health and Human Services (CHHS) is seeking applicants for a nine-month, tenure-eligible Pedagogical Assistant Professor. The responsibilities of this position include teaching, scholarship, and service. The successful candidate must be dedicated to excellence in teaching. Service activities at all levels of the university are expected, as well as student academic and professional mentorship.
SONAH is seeking applicants with expertise in the following specialties:
- Medical-Surgical Nursing
- High Acuity Nursing
The School of Nursing and Allied Health offers the following nursing programs:
- Licensed Practical Nurse to Associate of Science in Nursing
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Master Entry Professional in Nursing (MEPN)
- Master of Science in Nursing (FNP and PMHNP)
- Doctor of Nursing Practice (BSN to DNP-FNP, BSN to DNP-Nurse Executive, and Post-MSN DNP)
The Mission of the School of Nursing and Allied Health at WKU is to produce nationally and globally competitive nursing graduates at the associate, baccalaureate, and graduate levels and to provide continuing education opportunities for lifelong learning to our constituents. For more information visit the WKU Nursing website at http://www.wku.edu/nursing/
Requirements:
- A minimum of a Doctoral Degree in Nursing or Master of Science in Nursing with a Doctorate in a related field
- Maintain active Kentucky or compact state RN and/or APRN licensure, and meet any additional requirements as required by clinical agencies (which may include but is not limited to: Immunizations, titers, liability insurance, CPR, TB screening, and annual influenza vaccination). The cost of meeting the clinical agency requirements is at the expense of the faculty. Evidence of recent clinical specialty experience or current relevant specialty certification.
- Nursing experience and experience teaching in the desired courses, meeting Kentucky Board of Nursing regulations.
- Licensure as a Family Nurse Practitioner (APRN-FNP) or Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (APRN-PMNHP) is required for Clinical Professors who seek appointment to the graduate nursing program.
- Maintain professional competence, for example by faculty practice, certification, professional development and/or consulting in field of expertise.
Additional Information:
Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.
Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.
Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at ena.demir@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.
Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php
For information related to job postings, please email employment@wku.edu.
Application Instructions:
The following items must be submitted through this electronic talent management system by January 3, 2024, although expressions of interest may be considered until the position is filled:
- Letter of Intent
- Curriculum Vita
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Statement of Teaching Philosophy
Names and contact information of three reference providers will be collected during the application process. Reference letters will be requested by the Search Committee through an online process at a later date.
You will receive email confirmation once you have successfully completed the application process.
