SHAMP Clinical Faculty - Gerontology

Advertising Pay Range $85,000 annually or more, depending on experience and education

Location Moscow

Primary Division/College School of Health and Medical Professions

Primary Unit Department of Nursing

Employee Category Faculty

Classification Group Title Clinical Faculty

Position Control Number 3035

Contingency Code 15

FTE 1.0

Contract Basis Fiscal Year

Anticipated Contract Start Date 05/11/2026

FLSA Status Exempt

Rank

Extension Type Not Applicable

Administrative Appointment Type Not applicable

Administrative Appointment End Date (if applicable)

Position Responsibilities

Position Summary

This fiscal year, non-tenure track assistant clinical professor will direct the Gerontology program by overseeing recruitment and admissions for the Masters of Science in Gerontology, teaching graduate-level courses in gerontology, consistent with the area of expertise, as well as providing support for integrating gerontology content in other SHAMP programs. In addition, they will utilize innovative, evidence-based teaching strategies to engage students in both in-person and online formats;

provide academic mentorship, guidance, and support to students, including capstone advising; and assess student performance and provide constructive feedback to facilitate learning. The faculty will engage with local and regional agencies related to gerontology to promote academic initiatives and identify student opportunities. They will also engage in scholarly or creative activities relevant to the field of Gerontology. The Masters of Gerontology is an online program.

This appointment is contingent on funding and/or work to support the position. Employee acknowledges and agrees that in the event of insufficient funding and/or work, as determined by University in its sole discretion, University may: (1) change this Agreement by adjusting the employee’s FTE and annual salary throughout the contract year; or (2) terminate this Agreement and employee’s employment prior to the end of the term of appointment, upon 60 days written notice or such lesser amount of notice as the funding or sponsoring agency had to give to the University before decreasing or terminating funding for the employee’s position.

Employee further acknowledges and agrees that in the event termination for insufficient funding becomes necessary, the notice provisions of Faculty Staff Handbook 3900B will not apply.

Teaching & Advising 70%

Scholarship & Creative Activity 5%

Outreach & Extension 20%

University Service & Leadership 5%

Minimum Education/Degree Required Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire.

• Terminal Degree (PhD, EdD, DNP ) in Gerontology, Aging Studies, or a closely related field. Candidates within one year of degree completion will be considered.
• Experience with online teaching at the graduate level in gerontology or related subjects.
• Experience communicating both verbally and in writing.
• Experienced leader.
• Experience researching gerontology or related areas.

• Experience with Accreditation for Gerontology Education Council standards.
• We are especially interested in individuals who have evidence of experience in teaching health professional students in the clinical sciences.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering student success and academic excellence.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

Posting Information

Posting Date 01/06/2026

Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

The first consideration date for applications will be February 3, 2026.

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy.

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