Lecturer II, Assistant / Associate Professor Nursing (Non-Tenure Track or Tenure Track) All Specialties Considered

About the Role

The University of Nevada, Reno Orvis School of Nursing invites applications for future 9‑month or 12‑month non‑tenure‑track and tenure‑track positions across all nursing specialties. Open ranks include Lecturer II, Assistant Professor (non‑tenure‑track or tenure‑track), and Associate Professor (non‑tenure‑track or tenure‑track). The university reserves the right to hire at any Lecturer level (I–IV) appropriate to the candidate. Positions are primarily onsite; online instruction may be considered on rare occasion. This is a full‑time (100% FTE), exempt appointment.

Responsibilities

• Teach successfully in undergraduate and/or graduate programs aligned with educational preparation, expertise, and school needs.
• Support the mission, philosophy, and objectives of the Orvis School of Nursing and the University of Nevada, Reno.

Qualifications

Lecturer II

• Master’s in Nursing, or a BSN with a related‑field Master’s degree.

Assistant Professor (non‑tenure‑track or tenure‑track)

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in nursing and a doctoral degree (DNP, PhD, or DNSc) in nursing or a related field.

Associate Professor (non‑tenure‑track or tenure‑track)

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in nursing and a doctoral degree (DNP, PhD, or DNSc) in nursing or a related field.

All Positions

• Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Nevada, or eligibility for Nevada licensure.

Onsite Status

Positions are onsite; the university reserves the right to hire online instructors on rare occasion.

Compensation

Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience. Detailed salary schedules for Lecturer II, Assistant Professor, and Associate Professor (9‑month and 12‑month) are available via the NSHE Administrative Faculty Salary Schedules (select “Administrative Faculty by Grade”).

Benefits

• Retirement: NSHE faculty retirement plan — 19.25% employee contribution matched by the university; 100% vested on day one. Eligible for permanent employees on annual “A” or “B” contracts at ≥50% FTE (unless enrolled in PERS of Nevada).
• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision options.
• Life Insurance: Faculty life insurance benefits.
• Fitness Center: E.L. Wiegand Fitness Center annual/semester memberships; spouse/domestic partner options available.
• Employee Assistance: Mountain EAP counseling and advising services for employees and eligible dependents.
• Faculty Governance: Representation through Faculty Senate.
• Tax Advantage: No Nevada state income tax.
• Tuition Grants‑in‑Aid: Faculty may take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate; qualified dependents (unmarried, under 24, receiving ≥50% support) receive unlimited reduced‑rate credits.
• Dual Career Assistance: Program for newly hired faculty spouses/partners to identify career opportunities in Northern Nevada.

Department Information

The Orvis School of Nursing prepares individuals for entry‑level and advanced nursing roles through excellent academic programs integrating recognized educational standards. The curriculum emphasizes nursing care of individuals, families, and populations across the lifespan; diverse cultures and beliefs; and all socioeconomic groups, grounded in evidence‑based practice, critical thinking, and leadership