Ann Darlington Edwards Endowed Chair Nursing

Job Description Summary

This Endowed Chair position supports a distinguished nurse who will advance knowledge, through education, research and scholarship, complementing the vision, mission and priority areas of the College of Nursing. The College has a steep tradition to excellence in education, research, and practice through innovative programs that are responsive to current and emerging healthcare challenges. The College is widely recognized for its leadership in community health and engagement including populations residing in rural and underserved areas. With a commitment to diversity in all its forms, we seek a nationally recognized investigator and leader with a distinguished record of scholarship and extramural funding; a commitment to education and mentorship; and partnerships with at-risk populations that result in positive impact(s) on improving health disparities. Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications. This tenure line faculty position is a full-time, 12-month appointment.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Faculty

Cost Center

CC001082 CON Office Of The Dean

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-00

Pay Range

0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Provide visionary leadership in reducing health inequities/disparities in vulnerable populations or in addressing health care disparities. The person selected for this position is expected to maintain an extramurally funded program of research and promote the translation of research findings through scholarship to inform practice and policy improvement and which demonstrates how nursing research positively impacts patient outcomes. Educational responsibilities include mentoring, advising/chairing and/or serving on graduate student committees, and which support the teaching mission of the college, related to areas of expertise. Additional responsibilities include inspiring, mentoring, and serving as a resource in grantsmanship for fellows and faculty to progress their research and scholarship endeavors; service on college and university committees; and service at the regional, national, and international professional level. The Endowed Chair will collaborate with other regional, state, national, and international leaders to advocate to improve the health care and quality of life and address health disparities and inequality of individuals, across the lifespan, within communities and vulnerable populations.

Additional Job Description

Minimum Qualifications: The qualified candidate must have an earned research doctorate in nursing (PhD, DNSc, DNS) or related discipline and must be eligible for the university rank of associate or full professor. The ideal candidate should be a nationally recognized investigator with a distinguished record of extramural/federal funding, proven record of prominent scholarship and leadership in working with vulnerable populations or in addressing health care disparities; and have the ability to attract doctoral and postdoctoral scholars. Additionally, the candidate must have experience and successful track record of teaching, including on-line education, and mentoring students at the doctoral level. Must be eligible for Registered Nurse licensure in South Carolina, as appopriate.

Other Desired Attributes:

Engaging, positive, and respectful colleague

Innovative team-builder and collaborative mentor

Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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