Adjunct Faculty-Division of Undergraduate Education and Entry to Professional Practice

Position Information

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Sciences exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The Health Sciences Center seeks faculty and staff who are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission.

Adjunct faculty are contracted to teach generalist and specialist content throughout College of Nursing programs (BS, MS, DNP, PhD) and Gerontology Interdisciplinary Program (GIP) on a semester-by-semester basis.

Qualifications: All adjunct faculty must hold a Master’s degree or higher and, depending on the assigned teaching role and program, hold an active license to practice nursing (e.g., RN, APRN) in the State of Utah. Decisions about whether adjunct faculty are educationally and experientially prepared for an assigned teaching role are made on a case-by-case basis.

Responsibilities: The major function of adjunct faculty in the College of Nursing is student learning activities and evaluation, both individually and as a co-instructor. Essential responsibilities and duties are dictated by the nature and requirements of individual courses that may include, but are not limited to:

1. Coordinating teaching and learning activities.

2. Communicating student issues and/or concerns with directors and other member of

College of Nursing leadership.

3. Attending course-related faculty meetings.

4. Providing input into course objectives, including updates, revisions and/or deletions.

5. When applicable, maintaining optimal relationships with assigned clinical agencies.

6. Following course syllabi and determining student learning objectives.

7. Counseling students and maintains accurate records.

8. Serving as a role model for students.

9. Evaluating student performance.

The College of Nursing: The CON is an integral part of University of Utah Health. We are committed to working together to serve the people of Utah and beyond by continually improving individual and community health and quality of life. We strive for excellence in education, research, and clinical care, each mission being vital to one another and to our overall success. Integrity, independent inquiry, and collegiality form the fabric of everyday life for faculty and students. Please visit our website for more information about the College of Nursing.

The University of Utah: The University of Utah is a Big-12 institution located in Salt Lake City nestled in the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains. Please click the hyperlinks to learn more about the University of Utah, Faculty Careers at the University of Utah, and Living in Utah.

Application and Inquiries: Interested candidate should apply online at: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/188014.

The application requires: 1) curriculum vitae, 2) cover letter, and 3) two letters of recommendation from individuals external to the University of Utah and U of U Health.

Please note that letters must be signed, dated and on letterhead. The cover letter should

address the candidate’s commitment to clinical excellence, mentoring, and acceptance.

For additional information, please contact Cami Zollinger, Faculty Affairs Manager at

cami.zollinger@nurs.utah.edu, or Dr. Josh Wall, Chair, Division of Undergraduate Education and Entry to Professional Practice at josh.wall@nurs.utah.edu.

The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, c