Assistant/Associate Professor, AAS Nursing

Company: University of the District of Columbia
Location: Washington
Posted on: April 1, 2025

Job Description:

Area of Consideration: Open to the publicPosition Status: Full-Time, Regular Tenure-TrackPay Plan, Series & Grade: ES0004/4Salary Range: Depending upon experienceClosing Date: Open Until FilledLocation: 5171 S. Dakota Ave. NE, Washington, DC 20017Brief Description of DutiesThe University of the District of Columbia is a public land grant institution of higher learning dedicated to providing quality, career focused undergraduate and graduate programs that prepare students with the knowledge, skills, and credentials needed to launch, enhance, or change careers.Incumbents must teach courses to the academic unit, assess the technical and clinical competencies required in the AAS and/or in the Practical Nursing program and submit data pertaining to the courses.Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides, didactic, laboratory, and clinical instruction.
• Teaches assigned clinical as specified in the schedule and course contract.
• Recruits, advises, and assists with the retention of students; answers student inquiries (emails) in a timely manner.
• Engages in scholarly activities and community services.
• Teaches clinical during the day, evening, and/or weekend; may include more than one campus site.
• Attends all meetings, ceremonies, and official functions as specified by the Chief Academic Officer, and/or Dean.
• Attends one or more orientation session(s) to become familiar with the Institution's mission and teaching philosophy, policies, and procedures and the learning management system.
• Adheres to and fulfills all ACEN (Accreditation Commission for Educating in Nursing) standards; also assists in the development of an effective means of assessing student learning outcomes in accordance with ACEN standards.
• Adheres to University policies and guidelines in all matters concerning academics, student and staff conduct.Minimum Job Requirements
  • Master's degree in nursing with a clinical focus in a variety of nursing clinical settings is required.
  • Registered or eligible for license as a registered nurse in District of Columbia.
  • Recent clinical and teaching experience is required.
  • Knowledge of teaching/learning principles.A candidate for appointment to the rank of Associate Professor shall be required to meet the following qualifications:
    • An earned doctorate or the highest appropriate credential in the field of specialization, or experience and achievements comparable to the doctorate;
    • A record of scholarship and professional growth;
    • At least five (5) years of full-time teaching experience in an institution of higher education, including three (3) years as an Assistant Professor.A candidate for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor shall be required to meet the following qualifications:
      • An appropriate terminal degree or agree to complete this degree within a period of time to be specified in the terms of the initial contract;
      • At least three (3) years of full-time teaching experience, including two (2) years in an institution of higher education.Information to ApplicantCollective Bargaining Unit (Union): This position is in the collective bargaining unit represented by National Education Association (NEA) and you may be required to pay an agency service fee through direct payroll deduction.Employment Benefits: Selectee will be eligible for health and life insurance, and sick leave and will be covered under the University of the District of Columbia's retirement plan (TIAA-CREF).Equal Opportunity Employer: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.Notice of Non-Discrimination: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2-1401.01 et. seq., (Act) the University of the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived: race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by the Act. In addition, harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited by the Act. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.Veterans Preference: Applicants claiming veteran's preference must submit official proof at the time of application.Residency Preference: The Residency Preference Amendment Act of 1988, D.C. Law 7-203, created a system in which provides that any applicant for employment in the Career or Educational Services who is a bona fide resident of the District of Columbia may claim a residency preference at the time of application. An applicant selected for an appointment based on District residency will be required to submit no less than eight (8) proofs of bona fide District residency. Bona fide District residency must be maintained from the date of appointment to the position for seven (7) consecutive years. Failure to maintain bona fide District residency for the (7) year period will result in forfeiture of employment.Drug-Free Workplace: Pursuant to the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, the individual selected to fill this position will, as a condition of employment, be required to notify his/her immediate supervisor, in writing, not later than five (5) days after conviction of any criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace.Background Investigation: Employment with the University of the District of Columbia is contingent upon a satisfactory background investigation. The determination of a "satisfactory background investigation" is made at the sole discretion of the University of the District of Columbia. The University may refuse to hire a finalist, rescind an offer of employment to a finalist or review and may terminate the employment of a current employee based on the results of a background investigation.Disposition of Resume: Resumes received outside the area of consideration and/or after the closing date will not be given consideration. You must resubmit your resume to receive consideration for any subsequent advertised position vacancies. For the purpose of employment, resumes are not considered job applications. Therefore, if selected for employment a UDC application will be required.Contact Information: All inquiries related to employment and job applications should be directed to UDC Office of Human Resources at (202) 274-5380.The University of the District of Columbia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a full version of the University's EO Policy Statement, please visit: .
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