Clinical Assistant Professor Nursing - 2694

Established in 1887 as a school for the education of American Indians, The University of North Carolina at Pembroke serves a distinctly diverse student body and encourages inclusion and appreciation of the values of all people. Located in the heart of Pembroke, N.C., UNCP boasts an enrollment of 8,200 in 41 undergraduate and 18 graduate programs and offers a personalized learning environment where faculty and staff are dedicated to engaged scholarship, high academic standards, creative activity and public service. Spread over 281 acres, the campus offers a sense of community and belonging-–a place where faculty and staff feel supported, take pride in the university’s mission, and are devoted to excellence in teaching, learning and research, and to developing leaders who make a difference in their communities.

The University of North Carolina at Pembroke (UNCP) invites qualified applicants to apply for a full-time non-tenure track faculty position. Must demonstrate practice in one of the spheres of care articulated by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing.

UNCP is a master’s level degree-granting university and one of 17 schools that comprise the University of North Carolina system.  The UNCP main campus is in Pembroke, N.C. a quiet, safe community within 15 minutes from Lumberton, N.C. Located just off Interstate 95 and Interstate 74 at the mid-point between Boston and Miami, the campus is convenient to all major metro areas of the Carolinas as well as world famous beaches and resorts. UNCP is a dynamic educational institution committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service.

Minimum Training and Experience Requirements: All candidates should have a minimum of a Master’s degree in nursing and be licensed as a registered nurse in North Carolina before employment. Preference will be given to those who either have or are working toward earning doctoral degree in nursing or related field. 
 
Salary and rank are competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Candidates should have academic experience appropriate for rank and minimum of two years clinical experience.

Management Preferences: At least 5 years of experience in a nursing practice area. Masters preparation required, doctoral level preferred. National certification in clinical area of expertise preferred. The applicant must meet the Board of Nursing requirement to teach in North Carolina. Preference is given to applicants with teaching experience at the baccalaureate and /or masters level.

License Required:  Unrestricted license as a registered nurse in North Carolina.

Special Instructions to Applicants:  This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process. 

UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.