General Summary of Position: The School of Nursing seeks research scholars for a tenure-track position at rank commensurate with experience. Applicants who are interested in opportunities for developing interprofessional research are strongly encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate will have a research program that builds upon health promotion across the lifespan in the areas of gerontology, rehabilitation, neuroscience and/or behavioral health. Of particular interest are programs of research that focus on quality and safety. Applicants with a record of accomplishments, including external funding will be strongly considered. Opportunities also exist for interdisciplinary research with faculty from other campus departments.
The successful candidate will be a scientist/educator who will have critical role in the School of Nursing, including the graduate programs.
He/she will develop and maintain an independent extramurally funded research program, as well as collaborate with colleagues on joint projects.
The faculty member will also:
- Supervise undergraduate and graduate student research.
- Develop research and practice relations with health care settings.
- Teach in the School of Nursing programs.
- Advise students.
- Participate in professional and university service.
The School of Nursing offers classes taught by highly qualified faculty, hands-on laboratory and clinical experiences, in a variety of health care settings. The School is housed in the new state-of-the-art Health and Social Sciences Building.
The College of Health Sciences at the University Massachusetts Lowell is a dynamic, growing College that prepares professionals and scientists in a wide range of health science fields including applied, clinical and translational areas. A large research program and vibrant community partnerships and engagement opportunities enrich and support our educational programs.
The University of Massachusetts Lowell is committed to increasing diversity in its faculty, staff, and student populations, as well as curriculum and support programs, while promoting an inclusive environment. We seek candidates who can contribute to that goal and encourage you to apply and to identify your strengths in this area.
Lowell is a historic city of 108,000 located 25 miles northwest of Boston in the beautiful Merrimack Valley.
Minimum Qualifications:
- PhD in Nursing or a a related field (must have PhD at the time of application)
- Expertise in health promotion across the lifespan, gerontology, rehabilitation and/or mental health nursing areas of nursing research and practice.
- The ability to work effectively with diverse individuals and groups.
- Strong track record in research and publication.
- Evidence of ability to develop independent research program & secure extramural funding
- Assistant Professor rank candidates must have a research program with a strong likelihood of funding
- Associate Professor rank candidates must have a strong record of research in a currently tenured position with a record of extramurally support research.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Excellent oral and written communication in English
- Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching & scholarly activity.
- Evidence of ability to develop independent research program & secure extramural funding
- Post-doctoral experience preferred.
Special Instructions:
Required: Writing Sample - Publications in Peer-reviewed Journals-- Please include, 1-2 samples of published work in peer-reviewed journals in the area of funding/funding potential, preferably as first author. If no publication is available, a 10-15 page example of your scholarly work will be acceptable.
Required: Research Statement - Please include, research goals and objectives.
Required: Teaching Philosophy and Experience - Please include 1) description of previous teaching experience and 2) teaching philosophy and style.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. However, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications are received.
The University of Massachusetts is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Title IX, H/V, ADA 1990 Employer and Executive Order 11246, 41 CFR60-741 4, 41 CRF60-250 4, 41CRF60-1 40 and 41 CFR60-1,4 are hereby incorporated.
by Shane Turner via NursingFacultyJobs.com
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