Assistant​/Associate Professor DNP Program Nurse Anesthesia

Assistant/Associate Professor – DNP Program Nurse Anesthesia Job Summary

Augusta University (AU) College of Nursing (CON) invites applications for a full‑time, 12‑month faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor. CON is the state’s flagship nursing program, enrolling more than 1000 students on two campuses and at numerous academic‑practice partner sites. The College of Nursing is part of the University System of Georgia’s publicly‑funded comprehensive academic health science center including schools of medicine, dentistry, and allied health sciences.

This position does not meet the requirements to be on a tenure track.

Responsibilities may vary by DNP concentration, expertise and academic rank.

• Engage in didactic teaching in DNP core and/or concentration courses
• Course coordination and evaluation
• Partner with preceptors for student learning and evaluation
• Participate in curricular development and evaluation
• Participate on College of Nursing and university committees
• Mentor students in DNP projects
• Engage in scholarly activities (presentations and publications)
• Other responsibilities may vary by DNP concentration

Doctorate degree relevant to the area of practice (PhD, DNP, DNAP). Active licensure to practice nursing in the state of Georgia or meet all eligibility requirements to apply for a nursing license in the state of Georgia. Board certification in area of specialty (CRNA). One‑year experience as a full‑time nurse anesthetist.

Assistant Professor – Early level career as a faculty member.

Associate Professor – Mid level career faculty member with at least five years at rank of Assistant Professor or comparable training, background, and experience.

Required faculty employment qualifications for all USG institutions and all academic ranks within these institutions:

• Consistent with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)’s requirements for institutional accreditation;
• Evidence of ability as a teacher;
• Evidence of activity as a scholar and ability in all other duties assigned;
• Successful experience (waived for those just entering the academic profession who meet all other requirements); and
• Desirable personal qualities judged on the basis of personal interview, complete biographical data, and recommendations.

• Academic teaching experience in didactic and clinical instruction in a nursing anesthesia program
• Comfort with technology‑infused engaging pedagogical strategies including simulation and other active learning modalities
• Evidence of contribution to the profession and recognition at the local, regional, or national level
• Evidence of scholarship through publication and/or professional presentations

This position is fiscal year based and works year‑round. The intended work commitment or full‑time equivalent (FTE) for this position is 1.0 and considered full‑time.

Assistant Professor – Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.

Associate Professor – Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.

Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and more. Employees employed for more than 6 months may be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.

Rank and salary are determined at the time of hire and are based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, education, credentials, specialty, training, etc. while also considering internal equity and market data. Advancement through the faculty ranks at Augusta University is only through the annual Promotion and Tenure process.

At the College of Nursing, we nurture individual student success while providing a rigorous but accessible education that prepares you for the nursing workplace, academia and leadership as you progress throughout your career. You’ll be encouraged, challenged…