Posting Number req26512
Department College of Nursing
Department Website Link https://nursing.arizona.edu
Medical Sub-Speciality
Location Tucson Campus
Address 1305 N. Martin, Tucson, AZ 85721 USA
Position Highlights
Are you ready to be part of something extraordinary? The University of Arizona, College of Nursing is actively seeking talented adjunct instructors for our cutting-edge Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program, including our dynamic online course offerings and clinical rotations.
As an instructor, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of nursing education. You will have the opportunity to collaborate closely with the DNP Program Director, Specialty Coordinator, and Lead Faculty to deliver exceptional instruction and provide valuable mentorship to our students. With a commitment to excellence, we strive to create an engaging learning environment that prepares our students for success.
Our advanced practice specialties include Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (NP), Family NP, Pediatric NP, Psychiatric Mental Health NP, Nurse-Midwife, and Nurse Anesthetist, as well as non-clinical specialties such as Executive Health Systems Leadership. We are able to offer varied FTE depending on the needs of the specific program and the incumbent.
We take immense pride in our College of Nursing, accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, which ranks among the top 20 of DNP programs in the United States.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Your teaching load may make you eligible for benefits if you work a .50 FTE or greater for 90 days or longer. As courses and loads are determined, we will notify employees should they gain benefits eligibility status.
Duties & Responsibilities
Teach and mentor students in clinical theory and/or practical courses and clinical rotations related to assigned specialty program.
Create a learning environment that facilitates student learning and achievement of expected program outcomes.
Assess and evaluate student learning in the learning environment.
Pursue continuous quality improvements in course.
Maintain a collaborative working relationship with other faculty, staff, and clinical partners.
Maintain compliance with required agency and college policies.
Maintain clinical practice proficiency by engaging in practice, either directly or indirectly.
Engage with faculty, the administrative leadership team, and students in furthering the mission and goals of the College of Nursing.
Provide evidence of an Arizona RN license prior to first day of employment with the College of Nursing.
Provide evidence of an APRN license prior to first day of employment with the College of Nursing.
Two (2) years of APRN certification and experience.
One year teaching experience (can include precepting in a clinical environment).
Maintain own license, immunizations, CPR, and other agency or College requirements and provide evidence of current status.
There may be additional duties assigned as it relates to this position.
Minimum Qualifications
Provide evidence of an Arizona RN license prior to first day of employment with the College of Nursing.
Provide evidence of an APRN license prior to first day of employment with the College of Nursing.
Two (2) years of APRN certification and experience.
One year teaching experience (can include precepting in a clinical environment).
Maintain own license, immunizations, CPR, and other agency or College requirements and provide evidence of current status.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience teaching various learner populations.
Recent direct or indirect advanced nursing practice experience.
Experience with collaborative/active learning techniques. Experience with on-line teaching methodologies.
Previous experience teaching in an advanced practice nursing program.
Advanced practice in primary or acute care clinical populations.
Experience with online teaching methodologies.
Record of professional service and scholarly activities.
Rank
Tenure Information
FLSA Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Part Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week Varies
Job FTE 0.20-0.49
Work Calendar Fiscal
Job Category Faculty
Benefits Eligible To be Determined
Rate of Pay DOE
Compensation Type Per Course
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies 3
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates Lindsay Bouchard |
[email protected]
Open Date 7/16/2026
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Resume and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
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Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at
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