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Job Description

Position Overview
Organization: Biobehavioral Nursing and Health Informatics
Title: Assistant Teaching Professor, Department of Biobehavioral Nursing and Health Informatics

Position Details
The Department of Biobehavioral Nursing and Health Informatics (BNHI) at the University of Washington School of Nursing invites applications for two Assistant Teaching Professor positions. These positions are available as 50% to full-time, 9-month, teaching-track faculty appointments starting in September 2025. While the role is a 9-month appointment, there may be opportunities for teaching or research funding during the summer quarter. The initial appointment is a 3-year term with the possibility of renewal. The base salary for this role will range from $9,500 to $10,900 per month ($85,500 to $98,100 annually), depending on experience and qualifications.

The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to teaching and mentoring a diverse student body in both undergraduate and graduate nursing programs, while collaborating across various disciplines, cultures, and academic backgrounds. Responsibilities include teaching didactic and clinical courses, with in-person teaching required as needed. Positive factors for consideration include demonstrated leadership in mentoring students, clinical faculty, and preceptors, as well as experience working with underserved and diverse populations.

About the Department
The Department of Biobehavioral Nursing and Health Informatics (BNHI) is dedicated to promoting wellness, social justice, and health equity for individuals, communities, and families. The department includes 18 tenure-track faculty (17 with tenure, 1 without tenure), 5 research faculty, 5 teaching-track faculty, and 9 clinical-track faculty. BNHI focuses on enhancing healthcare systems, studying the health of adults and older adults, promoting wellness, and addressing health equity across various stages of life, from prevention to acute and palliative care. The department is committed to advancing health equity and enhancing the scholarly and practice expertise in nursing and related disciplines.

The University of Washington School of Nursing is consistently ranked among the top nursing schools in the U.S. In 2024, the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program was ranked #2 among public institutions (tied #3 overall), and the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program ranked #4 among public schools.

About the University of Washington
The University of Washington (UW) is a nationally ranked public university that serves a diverse community of students, faculty, and staff. UW is committed to educating and working in a multicultural environment and offers a variety of degree programs across its campuses in Seattle, Bothell, and Tacoma, as well as through its world-class medical center. The university is a hub for learning, innovation, problem-solving, and community building.

Commitment to Diversity
The University of Washington is committed to building diversity within its faculty, staff, and student communities. The university values contributions that address diversity and equal opportunity, and this is reflected in its Faculty Code. Faculty efforts in teaching, research, and service that promote diversity and inclusion are considered significant contributions to a faculty member’s academic profile.

Qualifications

A Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in a relevant field (or foreign equivalent) is required.

Candidates must be eligible for RN or APRN/ARNP licensure in Washington State prior to the start date.

A minimum of two years of clinical nursing experience.

At least one year of experience teaching in undergraduate or graduate nursing programs.

For foreign-trained candidates: To qualify for an H-1B visa with patient care responsibilities, candidates who graduated from non-U.S. nursing schools must have a Visa Screen credentials assessment from the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools (CGFNS).

Instructions for Application
The positions will remain open until filled, with priority given to applications received by January 31, 2025. Interested candidates should submit the following materials (preferred formats: DOC/DOCX or PDF):

Curriculum Vitae

Cover letter (max. 2 pages) detailing training, scholarly activities, and career goals

One-page Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Statement, describing how you incorporate DEIB principles in teaching and provide examples of your support for DEIB

Three professional references, including letters addressed to Dr. Brenda Zierler, Professor and Chair, Department of Biobehavioral Nursing and Health Informatics

For inquiries about the position or application process, contact the search committee chair, Dr. Paula Cox-North (paulac@uw.edu). For technical assistance with Interfolio, contact help@interfolio.com or call (877) 997-8807.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Washington is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

Benefits Information
A summary of benefits for this position can be found at UW Benefits Summary. Employees hired by non-UW entities are not eligible for UW benefits.

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Disability Services
To request disability accommodation during the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.