Assoc Professor-Graduate Program Coordinator-FWWSON

About the role

The Associate Professor/Graduate Program Director will assume a faculty position as well as internal leadership position in the Fay W. Whitney School of Nursing (FWWSON). Specifically, the purpose of the position is to provide oversight to the school's two graduate programs, including the Master of Science program (nurse leader and nurse educator concentrations) and the Doctor of Nursing Practice program (Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner concentrations). The position requires the successful candidate to be available to work on campus at the University of Wyoming, located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West, at 7,220 feet above sea level. Laramie offers outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado's Front Range, with over 300 days of sunshine annually.

Responsibilities

• Provide internal leadership and administration for the graduate nursing programs.
• Develop curriculum, especially for the graduate nursing programs.
• Manage accreditation processes.
• Lead student recruitment, admissions, and progression for graduate nursing programs.
• Conduct graduate program evaluation.
• Facilitate faculty development.
• Teach in the graduate program.
• Maintain an active program of research.
• Provide career advising and service to the school, college, university, and profession.
• Serve on important school, college, and university committees, including the Leadership Council in the FWWSON.

Requirements

• Doctoral degree in nursing from an accredited institution, or Master's degree in nursing from an accredited institution with a doctoral degree in a related field.
• Eligible for unencumbered RN licensure in Wyoming.
• At least 5 years of experience practicing in nursing.
• History of experience in curriculum development, accreditation, and program evaluation.
• Record of teaching and scholarship to warrant tenure and appointment to Associate Professor/Professor rank.
• Evidence of leadership experience.
• Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds in academic and clinical settings.
• Experience in rural healthcare education and practice.
• Understanding of principles related to adult learning.
• Excellent leadership and management skills.
• Commitment to working effectively with students, employees, vendors, and community members.

Skills

• Experience and competency to assume an important teaching, research, service, management, and leadership position in the FWWSON.

Benefits

• Generous Retirement Contributions: The State contributes over 15% of your gross salary. With your mandatory employee contribution, the total contribution toward your retirement plan exceeds 19%.
• Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage: Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions, that include 4 deductible options to suit your needs.
• Paid Time Off: Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.
• Tuition Waiver: Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers, supporting continuous education and professional growth.
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs: Stay healthy with wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources.