Tenure Line Open Rank Position - Nursing

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POSITION SPECIFICS

Overview:

Expanding the bounds of our knowledge base within and surrounding the nursing discipline, we aim to build a robust community of researchers, educators, and scientists. As a result, the Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing at the Pennsylvania State University is searching for tenure-line faculty members to join us at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor.

Faculty Position:

Your work at Penn State will have a lasting impact and you will enjoy the benefit of being a part of Penn State’s R1 research community. As an integral research faculty member in the Nese College of Nursing, you will be expected to direct a research program focused on nursing science and its translation to person-centered care across the lifespan and the health/wellness continuum. We welcome applicants whose research incorporates AI-driven methodologies. Our faculty teach undergraduate and graduate-level courses as well as supervise and mentor doctoral students. In addition, we expect our tenure track and tenured faculty to engage in outreach to disseminate research to stakeholders, including policymakers, nurses, and other practitioners at national, regional, and local conferences and meetings.

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants at the rank of Assistant Professor must have the following at the time of beginning the appointment:

• Earned a doctorate or a degree equivalent to a Ph.D. in the United States, in nursing or a closely related discipline.
• A valid United States nursing license.
• A strong record of research and scholarly achievements.
• Evidence of, or potential for, receiving external research funding.
• The following clearances: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.

Applicants at the rank of Associate Professor should possess the same qualifications as Assistant Professor as well as:

• Must show evidence of expertise in advancing science or theory and/or conducting an independent program of research (including serving as PI of funded grants and dissemination of research through presentations, scholarly publications, and directing research activities of others).
• May also engage in team science or innovation/entrepreneurship that is aligned with their independent program of research. Team science should be impactful and scientifically rigorous with the same criteria of dissemination noted above.

Applicants at the rank of Professor should possess the same qualifications as Associate Professor as well as:

• Must have demonstrated and sustained productivity in research and scholarly activities, recognized leadership in professional organizations and learned societies, and national recognition as a leader in their area of research.
• May also engage in or assume a leadership role in team science or innovation/entrepreneurship, as articulated above, and extending to the level of full professorship that is aligned with their program of research.

Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing:

The Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing is one of the most comprehensive nursing colleges in any public university in the United States. With over $17 million in research expenditures since the college’s inception in 2013, the college has been awarded over $8 million for gerontology research, over $4 million for the development of a sexual assault forensic examination telehealth center (SAFE-T Center), and approximately $1.5 million to support clinical and translational science. Recently named a Center of Excellence by the National League for Nursing in recognition of the college’s commitment to the investment in its faculty, Penn State Nursing is poised to support you throughout your time on its faculty and beyond.

With over 1,800 undergraduate students and approximately 200 graduate students, our footprint is world-wide with our faculty creating immeasurable experiences for our students around the globe. We offer four undergraduate degree programs as well as six advanced degree programs. The Nese College of Nursing enjoys the distinction of being the only named nursing school in the Big 10. Being fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) with programmatic approval from the State Board of Nursing, the Nese College of Nursing is a premier educator for nurses across the Commonwealth. Further, the college is the academic home to the Tressa Nese and Helen Diskevich Center of Geriatric Nursing Excellence, the Sexual Assault Forensic Examination Telehealth (SAFE-T) Center, Age-Friendly Care, PA, and delivers its award-winning curriculum across 12 Penn State Campus locations including Hershey Medical Center.

The Nese College of Nursing resides primarily at the University Park Campus. Set in the State College metropolitan area, a university town located in central Pennsylvania, State College offers a vibrant community with outstanding recreational facilities, a low crime rate, and excellent public schools. Further, State College’s proximity to Penn State affords a variety of cultural events and experiences for local residents ensuring a rich, inclusive community. The campus is within a half-day’s drive to Washington D.C., Baltimore, Philadelphia, New York City, or Pittsburgh. The State College Regional Airport is served by three major carriers with flights to Philadelphia, Chicago, and Washington, DC.

Penn State:

The Pennsylvania State University (Penn State) is one of the largest public research and land grant universities in the country, serving over 83,000 students at 24 campuses across the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Penn State consistently ranks as a top twenty-five research university and its research enterprise ranks first nationally, tied with Johns Hopkins University, in the breadth and depth of its expertise. Penn State is a Research I university, a category employed by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education to indicate universities in the United States that engage in the highest levels of research activity.

Penn State’s unique educational model spans twenty-five campuses, including World Campus, that educate more than 100,000 students every year and drive innovation and quality of life in communities all over the world.

We offer a competitive salary, commensurate with qualifications and experience. An attractive benefits package is available as are startup funds to support the applicant’s research program.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.

Application Process:

To apply, candidates must submit the following. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

• A cover letter describing your interest in and qualifications for the position
• A current curriculum vitae
• Contact information of three professional references (No references will be contacted until the candidate is consulted)

Applicants must submit their application and accompanying materials online at the PSU job site (https://hr.psu.edu/careers). Review of applications will be ongoing and will continue until the position is filled. Information on the Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing and its programs can be found at http://www.nursing.psu.edu/.

For more information or questions about this position, please contact:

Dr. Kimberly Van Haitsma, Search Committee Chair

Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing

201 Nursing Sciences Building

University Park, PA 16802

E-mail (preferred): [email protected]

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.

BENEFITS

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional wellbeing. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. (Note: For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our Postdoctoral Benefits page.)

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Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.

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