Clinical Instructor/Clinical Assistant Professor - Nursing
Position Title
University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee (UWM)
Job Category: Academic Staff
Employment Type: Terminal (Fixed Term)
Job Duties
The University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee College of Health Professions & Sciences offers a wide array of health-related academic programs in biomedical sciences, global health, health care administration, nursing, the rehabilitation sciences, and sustainable peacebuilding serving 2300+ students.
The faculty and staff in these areas are training our graduates for high-demand careers. Many of our degree programs are nationally recognized and ranked and have achieved the highest accreditation possible. The academic quality of our programs is excellent, and through our outreach and e-Learning programs, we have extended access to our educational resources to distant locations.
Through research, our faculty, staff, and students continue to break new ground and pioneer investigations that are helping advance discoveries critical to the health care professions and sciences. We are proudly dedicated to serving our community through fruitful partnership with many organizations, alumni, and friends.
Department Key Job Responsibilities
The UWM School of Nursing offers a Bachelor of Science (BS), Master of Nursing (MN), Master of Sustainable Peacebuilding (MSP), Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree programs. UW-Milwaukee offers the BS in Nursing at UWM and UW-Parkside through a consortial partnership. Students are placed in clinical sites throughout Southeastern Wisconsin in proximity to each campus location.
Compensation
The target hiring range for this part time position is $54,000 - $56,500 on a 9-month basis at 100%. Salary will be prorated based on the appointment length and FTE. Final salary offer will be contingent upon degree and the knowledge, skills, and abilities demonstrated throughout the selection process.
Required Qualifications
- Enrolled in, or completion of, a Master of Nursing or Doctoral Nursing degree program
- Current unencumbered registered nurse (RN) license in WI or ability to become licensed as RN in WI. The RN license must be valid by August 1, 2026.
- Evidence of at least one year of clinical practice experience in nursing
Preferred Qualifications
- Preferred 50% completion of Master of Nursing degree, or equivalent progression through a doctoral nursing program
- Master of Nursing degree
- Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP) degree and/or PhD in a related field
- Evidence of at least two years of clinical practice experience in nursing, ideally within the last five years
- Clinical and/or theory teaching experience in a nursing program
- Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
- Advanced practice registered nurse, nurse practitioner, or clinical nurse specialist
- Expertise particularly in one or more of the following areas: Medical/Surgical ICU/Emergency Intermediate/Progressive/Step-Down Pediatrics Orthopedic Care of ventilated patients Cardiac Maternal and infant nursing OB
How To Apply
Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide (1) a cover letter that addresses their professional level work experience as it relates to all required and preferred qualifications (2) a resume. PLEASE NOTE: resume and cover letter will need to be uploaded to the same area in the application. Note: Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application to ensure full consideration.
Additional documents submitted aside from a cover letter and resume will not be considered. In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates' application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.
Finalist candidates(s) will be asked to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool. References will not be contacted prior to candidates being notified.
This is a continuous recruitment with an initial review date of June 1, 2026. To ensure consideration, applications must be submitted by May 31, 2026. Application materials received after May 31, 2026 may not receive consideration.
Questions about the position should be directed to Jackson Prowse (prowse@uwm.edu).