Assistant​/Associate​/Clinical Professor

Position Description

The University of the Pacific, School of Health Sciences is seeking a master’s or doctoral prepared registered nurse to join the ELMSN program and fill a non‑tenure track position at the Assistant, Associate, or Clinical Professor rank, depending on qualifications and academic experience.

• Teach ELMSN program content in both didactic and clinical settings.
• Advising students and participating in simulation activities.
• Curriculum development and interprofessional education.
• Oversee clinical adjuncts and place students in clinical agencies.
• Manage required clinical documentation through the tracking system.
• Assist with student and part‑time faculty orientation.
• Prepare accreditation activities.
• Attend program, curriculum, and campus committee meetings.
• Contact clinical agencies, orient and evaluate part‑time faculty, and interview prospective students.

Effective teaching, interprofessional collaboration, research, creative activity, and service to the university are required for retention and promotion. This appointment includes a three‑year contract and support for research, professional development, and scholarly activities.

University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion are foundational to the success of our students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision‑making that demonstrates awareness of and responsiveness to socio‑cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socioeconomic status, etc., which impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.

Title: Assistant/Associate/Clinical Professor

Campus: [Campus Not Specified]

Department: Nursing

Posting Number: F01006

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Open Date: 08/04/2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

• MSN in Nursing or a related field.
• A current, active, and unencumbered California RN License.
• At least two (2) years of nursing work experience in a content specialty area within the last five (5) years.
• Eligible for approval as a BRN approved faculty by the California Board of Registered Nursing.

• A terminal degree in Nursing (PhD or DNP, or EdD) with a master’s degree in nursing or related field. ABD candidates are encouraged to apply if they will finish their dissertation within two (2) years of appointment.
• At least two (2) years of instructional experience teaching in an academic setting.
• Knowledge and skills related to teaching adults/older adults, teaching methodology, curriculum development, evaluations, or willingness to acquire these skills within the first year of teaching.
• BRN approval as a content expert.
• Experience using Canvas or other Learning Management System.
• Expertise in simulation or other innovative teaching modalities.
• Health qualifications to teach students in the clinical setting.
• Commitment to teaching students from diverse socioeconomic, cultural, and academic backgrounds.
• Experience and sensitivity in working with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Experience advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
• Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.

The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment/Work Week/Travel: Schedule is dependent on the course and department needs.

$ – $ per year. Factors considered include scope and responsibilities, candidate’s qualifications, internal equity, and market and organizational considerations.

All applicants will receive conditional offers which require execution of a release and authorization for a background screening.

AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or…