Visiting Assistant Professor (Non-Tenure Track)

The USF Health College of Nursing is one of 14 colleges at the University of South Florida and one of four that make up USF Health. As a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, USF is designated by the Carnegie Foundation as both a Research 1 and a Community-Engaged institution, reflecting its commitment to excellence in education, research, and service. Nationally recognized as a leader in nursing education and research, the College of Nursing serves more than 2,000 undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students each year. For the fourth consecutive year, our Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program has been ranked No. 1 among Florida’s public universities by U.S. News & World Report—rising to No. 23 in the nation in 2025. As an integral part of USF Health, the College of Nursing is guided by a mission grounded in excellence, innovation, and respect. We are dedicated to educating future nurses, advancing nursing science, and applying evidence-based practice to improve health outcomes and community well-being. 

The USF College of Nursing is seeking a full-time clinical/teaching (non-tenure track) faculty member eligible for the Visiting Assistant professor able to teach graduate courses; serve on college and university committees; and actively participate in community engagement.

The primary duty of the role will be to teach in the graduate program. The candidate may also serve as a liaison between the USF College of Nursing and designated clinical facilities, which will necessitate some travel to these facilities. Additionally, the role includes mentoring nursing students and engaging in service activities at the college, university, community, and professional levels, consistent with the rank of assistant professor.

• Teaching: The teaching responsibilities associated with this position include the delivery of didactic, online, and clinical instruction for graduate-level courses. Faculty members are expected to engage students through diverse teaching methodologies, fostering an inclusive and dynamic learning environment that supports academic excellence at all levels. It will include participation in program and curriculum review activities, as well as the evaluation of clinical sites and students as appropriate. 

   

• Scholarship/Service: The candidate is expected to serve on college and university committees as appropriate. They should also actively engage in community and professional service activities that align with the mission, vision, and values of the College of Nursing, as well as those that meet the university's criteria for their appointment in accordance with their rank.

   

• Other Duties: The candidate is expected to engage in scholarly activities, including publications and presentations, in alignment with the university's criteria for the appointment at the rank of Assistant.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree from an accredited institution or the highest degree appropriate in the field of specialization with a demonstrated record of achievement in teaching, academic research, and service. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor.

Additional Minimum Qualifications:

• Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited institution. 
• Must be a licensed Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) and listed on the Florida Department of Health by the appointment date.
• Certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C). 
• Demonstrated experience in advanced clinical practice across diverse patient populations
• Evidence-Based Practice Certification (EBP-C) and demonstrated expertise in evidence-based practice, including experience leading or supporting quality improvement and/or evidence-based practice initiatives
• A demonstrated record of scholarly achievement, including creative work, professional writing, or research in referred and other professional journals, and recognition as an authority in the field of specialization. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor.

Preferred Qualifications:

• An established record of scholarly work and/or external funding. 
• Experience effectively engaging with individuals from varied backgrounds.

 

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