Adjunct Faculty-Division of Graduate Education and Advanced Practice
As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Sciences exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research, and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The Health Sciences Center seeks faculty and staff who are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality, and trust that are integral to our mission.
About the role
Adjunct faculty are contracted to teach generalist and specialist content throughout College of Nursing programs (pre-licensure, RN-BS, MSN, DNP, PhD) and Gerontology Interdisciplinary Program (GIP) on a semester-by-semester basis.
Qualifications
- Master's degree or higher.
- Depending on the assigned teaching role and program, an active license to practice nursing (e.g., RN, APRN) in the State of Utah.
- Decisions about whether adjunct faculty are educationally and experientially prepared for an assigned teaching role are made on a case-by-case basis.
Responsibilities
- Coordinating teaching and learning activities.
- Communicating student issues and/or concerns with directors and other members of College of Nursing leadership.
- Attending course-related faculty meetings.
- Providing input into course objectives, including updates, revisions, and/or deletions.
- Maintaining optimal relationships with assigned clinical agencies (when applicable).
- Following course syllabi and determining student learning objectives.
- Counseling students and maintaining accurate records.
- Serving as a role model for students.
- Evaluating student performance.
About the College of Nursing
The College of Nursing (CON) is an integral part of University of Utah Health. We are committed to working together to serve the people of Utah and beyond by continually improving individual and community health and quality of life. We strive for excellence in education, research, and clinical care, each mission being vital to one another and to our overall success. Diversity and inclusiveness, independent inquiry, and collegiality form the fabric of everyday life for faculty and students.
For more information, visit the College of Nursing website.
About the University of Utah
The University of Utah is a Big-12 institution located in Salt Lake City, nestled in the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains. Learn more about the University of Utah, Faculty Careers at the University of Utah, and Living in Utah.
Department: CON - GEAP Division | City: Salt Lake City, UT | Track: Non Tenure Track