Assistant/Associate Instructor (Nursing) 0087422

Posting number: 2025-02597

Department: University of Hawai'i at Manoa - School of Nursing and Dental Hygiene - Nursing

Job classification: MANOA 9-MO FACULTY

Posting type: Open

Categories: Nursing

Summary

Title: Assistant/Associate Instructor (Nursing)

Title: Assistant/Associate Instructor (Nursing)
Position Number: 0087422
Hiring Unit: UH Manoa School of Nursing and Dental Hygiene
Location: Manoa Campus / Honolulu
Date Posted: January 27, 2026
Closing Date:  Continuous Recruitment – 1st review of applications begins February 18, 2026; 2nd review: March 4, 2026
Salary Information: Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Monthly Type:  9-Month
Tenure Track:  Non-Tenure Eligible
Full Time/Part Time: Part Time, 50%
Temporary/Permanent:  Temporary


Other Conditions:

The University of Hawai‘i at Manoa School of Nursing and Dental Hygiene (UH Manoa SONDH) invites qualified applicants for one (1) nontenure-eligible, 9-month, faculty position at 50% full-time equivalent. Specific priority of need is psychiatric-mental health in the Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP) Program. Faculty assigned as a specialty track coordinator may be eligible for an 11-month appointment during the period of assignment. The position is expected to begin approximately March 2026 or as mutually acceptable. Renewal of appointment is dependent on performance, program needs and/or availability of funds. To learn more about the School, go to: http://www.nursing.hawaii.edu/home.

Assistant/Associate Instructor Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach and/or coordinate assigned courses primarily in the graduate nursing program. Specific priority of need is psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner for the Doctorate of Nursing Program.
• Participate in curriculum development activities as appropriate or assigned.
• Participate in didactic, lab practicum and clinical settings.
• May serve as specialty track coordinator if appointed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Assistant Instructor (I2A) Minimum Qualifications:

1. Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university;
2. Current (or be eligible for) unrestricted RN license to practice in Hawai‘i; 
3. National board certification as Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)  or Psychiatric-Mental Health Clinical Nurse Specialist (PMH-CNS).
4. Current (or be eligible for) unrestricted APRN license to practice in Hawai‘i; 
5. One year of full-time work experience in the area of advanced practice nursing specialty;
6. Engaged in professional practice with a similar patient population and level of patient acuity where they will be assigned for the purpose of supervising nursing students;
7. Demonstrated ability to teach effectively, provide clinical supervision, provide student feedback, and direct group discussion;
8. Demonstrated professionalism in meeting and conferring with others;
9. Demonstrated competency in interprofessional team work and team science.

Associate Instructor (I2B) Minimum Qualifications 
In addition to those of Assistant Instructor, Associate Instructor minimum qualifications include:

1. A minimum of four years of service as an I2A, or equivalent;
2. Evidence of increasing proficiency in ability to teach effectively, direct group discussions, and/or to provide clinical supervision; and professionalism in meeting and conferring with others.

Assistant/Associate Instructor Desirable Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in nursing or related field from a college or university of recognized standing;
• Coursework in curriculum development and health sciences education;
• Demonstrated competency in Evidence Based Practice and DNP Scholarly projects;
• Experience supervising nursing advanced practice practicum students.

To Apply:

Click on the “Apply” button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and upload the required documents. Required documents include:

1. Cover letter indicating interest and the position rank you are applying for (Assistant Instructor and/or Associate Instructor) and how you satisfy the minimum and desirable qualifications;
2. Current resume / curriculum vitae;
3. Names and contact information (including email addres