Professor (open rank) of Nursing

Description The University of Louisville School of Nursing (SON) is growing and seeks to hire a junior- to senior-level tenure eligible or tenure track research faculty with a focused research program. Complementing the School of Nursing research portfolio is instrumental to the continued growth of our PhD program, to increase funding and data-based peer-reviewed publications, and to provide research mentoring for students interested in existing research areas. The faculty member hired for this position is expected to aggressively seek research funding from sources such as NIH, national foundations, and other high-profile research funding sources. Competitive salary, start-up funds, and research support services will be provided. In addition to internal mentoring, external mentor funds are available for junior faculty members. VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. Please visit www.louisville.edu/jobs for full job description and to apply. Required Qualifications Education Doctoral degree in Nursing (PhD or DNP) or related field Experience Minimum 3-5 years of experience in nursing education at the collegiate levelGrant writing and research funding experience Position Details Appointment Type Full-time, 10-month appointmentUp to 50% research roleRemaining effort distributed to teaching and serviceConsideration of 12-month contract with existing research funding or available teaching assignmentsFaculty rank commensurate with qualifications and experienceTo be awarded tenure, the selected candidate must meet the criteria for tenure at the associate or full professor rankUp to 50% commitment to personal research area. Reporting Structure Reports directly to the Associate Dean of Research Compensation And Benefits Salary Range Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualificationsNegotiated start-up package to support research activitiesAnnual salary review with merit increase potential Benefits Package Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insuranceRetirement plan with university matching contributionSabbatical leave eligibility after qualifying periodProfessional development fund for conferences and continuing educationTuition remission for employee and dependents Additional Perks Flexible work arrangements when appropriateAccess to university recreational and cultural facilitiesResearch and office space providedScholarship support for mentored students in faculty’s area of specialization Application Process Required Materials Cover letter addressing qualifications and vision for the roleCurrent curriculum vitaeStatement of research and teaching philosophyNames and contact information for three professional referencesTo view full job description and apply, please visit www.louisville.edu/jobs Posted On 10/21/2026 Job Type Faculty/Instructor Faculty School/Institution University of Louisville Job Location Louisville, KY