Adjunct Assistant Professor - Psychiatric Mental Health NP Program

Position Information

The Department of Graduate Nursing in the College of Nursing and Health Innovation, the University of Texas at Arlington, invites applications for a part time, temporary, non-tenure track faculty in the Psychiatric Mental Health NP Program.

Additional documents may be required by the department at a later date.

Note: UTA will require that a criminal background check, a reference check, and certification of credentials and qualifications be performed on all finalists in the Department of Graduate Nursing adjunct pool.

To apply applicants should go to https://uta.peopleadmin.com/postings/22368 and submit the following materials:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• References (minimum of 2 listed on CV)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Provides instruction within the College of Nursing and Health Innovation.
Reports directly to the Department Chair.
Maintains academic standards as established by the university, CONHI and Department of Graduate Nursing
Teaches students in online, clinical, laboratory, and classroom settings.
Assumes responsibility for and/or participates in the planning and organization of courses to which assigned
Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of school, program, course and student activities.

Required Qualifications

• Masters in Nursing or Post Graduate Certificate in Nursing
• A current, unencumbered PMHNP license in the State of Texas
• A current board certification as an PMHNP from ANCC
• A minimum of 2-3 years of experience evaluating, diagnosing, and managing psychiatric patients
• Must remain active in evaluating, diagnosing, and managing psychiatric patients to retain employment

Preferred Qualifications

• Earned Doctorate in Nursing or related field
• A minimum of 1 year experience teaching or precepting

Special Conditions for Eligibility

N/A

Department Information

The Department of Graduate Nursing is one of three academic departments within the CONHI. The department offers an MSN in Nursing Education, an MSN in Nursing Administration, seven nurse practitioner tracks, a Doctor in Nursing practice and a PhD in Nursing. Programs are offered online and in a hybrid format. These positions will report to the Department Chair.

University Information

The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 42,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution and nationally recognized for its commitment to student success and service. It ranks No. 5 in Military Times’ “Best for Vets: Colleges” and is the top university in North Texas for its graduates’ salaries (The Wall Street Journal). UTA is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and is No. 6 for undergraduate ethnic diversity in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). With a global alumni network of approximately 280,000 – including leaders at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas – UTA contributes an estimated $29 billion annually to the Texas economy. UTA is expanding its regional footprint by building a regional campus, called UTA West, in Parker County on the far west side of Fort Worth. It is scheduled to open in fall 2028. This initiative aligns with the university’s strategic growth and commitment to serving the broader community. Furthermore, UTA has launched the RISE 100 initiative, aiming to recruit 100 new tenure-system faculty to strengthen its research enterprise and leadership in key academic areas. Learn more at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. This is an exciting time to join UTA and contribute to its bold vision for the future.

ADA Accommodations

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.