Clinical Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology (Clinician Educator)

Primary Responsibilities

• Teach across the nurse anesthesia curriculum, including:
  • Research coursework
  • Pharmacology I & II
  • Percutaneous Evaluation and Management I & II
  • Advanced Health Assessment
  • Capstone/project courses
• Mentor students in academic progression, scholarly projects, and professional development
• Participate in course quality review, assessment, and ongoing curriculum revision
• Engage in scholarly activities, including research, publication, and academic dissemination
• Contribute to program and school committees, including admissions and governance
• Collaborate with faculty on program development and accreditation-related initiatives
• Support student success through advising and individualized mentorship

Qualifications

• PhD, DNAP, DNP, or EdD required
• 1–5 years from completion of doctoral degree preferred
• Five years post-training of active clinical practice in nurse anesthesiology
• Active, unrestricted board certification as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) through the NBCRNA
• Professional California license as a CRNA or eligibility (must be active before hiring)
• Professional California license as a Professional Registered Nurse or eligibility (must be active before hiring)
• Strong interest in teaching, scholarship, and academic career development
• Excellent communication, organizational, and collaborative skills
• History of conducting research and managing scholarship projects.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in education and practice

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior teaching experience (not required)
• Demonstrated or emerging record of scholarship, research, or publication
• Interest in curriculum design and innovation
• Engagement or interest in professional leadership at the state or national level