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Clinical Faculty (Lecturer, Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor)- College of Nursing
Job no: 541137
Work type: Non-Tenure-Track Faculty
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Education/Training/Instructional Design, Allied Health, Nursing
Department:31030000 - NR-BNS-BIOBEHAVORIAL NUR SCI
Classification Title:
Clinical Faculty (Lecturer, Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor)- College of Nursing
Classification Minimum Requirements:
Clinical Lecturer
• MSN from an accredited institution by date of hire.
• Current RN license; Florida licensure eligible and obtained by date of hire.
• Recent clinical experience in area of expertise.
• Evidence of effective teaching or demonstrated potential for success as a clinical faculty member.
Clinical Assistant Professor
• Doctoral degree (DNP, EdD, PhD, or equivalent) from an accredited institution
• Master's degree in nursing from an accredited institution for applicants holding an EdD or PhD.
• Current RN or APRN license; Florida licensure eligible and obtained by date of hire.
• Recent clinical experience.
• Evidence of effective teaching or demonstrated potential for success as a clinical faculty member.
Clinical Associate Professor
• Doctoral degree (DNP, EdD, PhD, or equivalent) from an accredited institution.
• Master's degree in nursing from an accredited institution for applicants holding an EdD or PhD.
• Current RN or APRN license; Florida licensure required by date of hire.
• National certification in specialty area, as applicable.
• Sustained record of excellence in teaching and student mentorship.
• Evidence of scholarship and professional contributions consistent with appointment at the associate professor rank.
• Demonstrated service contributions at the college, university, clinical, and/or professional level.
• Recent and ongoing clinical expertise in area of specialization.
Job Description:
The University of Florida College of Nursing seeks qualified applicants for non-tenure track clinical faculty positions at the rank of Clinical Lecturer, Clinical Assistant Professor, or Clinical Associate Professor, depending on qualifications and experience. The positions are for full-time, twelve-month, 1.0 FTE faculty. Part-time, evening and weekends, or 9-month appointments will also be considered.
Priority will be given to applicants who have expertise in teaching undergraduate skills and simulation in the laboratory setting. New educators are also strongly encouraged to apply.
These positions are primarily located in Gainesville, Florida. Selected positions are also available on the Jacksonville campus, depending on programmatic needs. These are not remote or online faculty positions.
Key Responsibilities
Teaching

• Facilitate laboratory and simulation in the BSN program as assigned.
• Collaborate with faculty teaching teams to ensure excellence in instructional delivery and student outcomes.
• Participate in curriculum development, evaluation, and continuous quality improvement activities.
• Maintain clinical expertise and appropriate professional credentials.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate students.
• Engage in continuing professional development to enhance teaching effectiveness.

Scholarship

• For assistant/associate professor ranks, participate in scholarship related to clinical practice or nursing education.

Service
Provide service to the College of Nursing, University, profession, and community consistent with assigned rank.
About the University of Florida
The University of Florida is ranked among the nation's top public universities and is currently ranked #7 among public universities by U.S. News & World Report. UF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), one of North America's most prestigious organizations of leading research universities.
With more than 50,000 students and 16 colleges, UF offers extensive opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration. Major research resources include the Clinical and Translational Science Institute, UF Health Cancer Center, McKnight Brain Institute, Institute on Aging, Emerging Pathogens Institute, and Genetics Institute. UF's comprehensive AI initiative and HiPerGator supercomputing resources further support innovation in education, research, and healthcare.
About the UF College of Nursing
Under the leadership of Dean Shakira Henderson, the College of Nursing recently launched its strategic plan, Elevate 2029, reflecting the College's commitment to Care, Lead, and Inspire Boldly.
The College offers nationally recognized educational programs including:

• BSN (Traditional and Accelerated)
• RN-to-BSN
• Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
• PhD in Nursing Science

The UF BSN program is ranked among the nation's best and is recognized as the top BSN program in Florida.
As part of UF Health, the College collaborates extensively with clinical and research partners across the academic health center. Faculty have opportunities to engage with UF Health hospitals and clinics, the North Florida/South Georgia Veterans Health System, Archer Family Health Care, and numerous community partners throughout Florida.
The College maintains campuses in Gainesville and Jacksonville and supports a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence in education, research, service, and patient care.
Why Gainesville?
Located in north central Florida, Gainesville offers a vibrant university community with abundant outdoor recreation, cultural events, Division I athletics, excellent healthcare, and easy access to Florida's beaches and major metropolitan areas.
Join a faculty community committed to excellence in nursing education, innovative scholarship, and exceptional clinical care while preparing the next generation of nursing leaders.
Expected Salary:
Commensurate with education and experience
Required Qualifications:
Clinical Lecturer
• MSN from an accredited institution by date of hire.
• Current RN license; Florida licensure eligible and obtained by date of hire.
• Recent clinical experience in area of expertise.
• Evidence of effective teaching or demonstrated potential for success as a clinical faculty member.
Clinical Assistant Professor
• Doctoral degree (DNP, EdD, PhD, or equivalent) from an accredited institution
• Master's degree in nursing from an accredited institution for applicants holding an EdD or PhD.
• Current RN or APRN license; Florida licensure eligible and obtained by date of hire.
• Recent clinical experience.
• Evidence of effective teaching or demonstrated potential for success as a clinical faculty member.
Clinical Associate Professor
• Doctoral degree (DNP, EdD, PhD, or equivalent) from an accredited institution.
• Master's degree in nursing from an accredited institution for applicants holding an EdD or PhD.
• Current RN or APRN license; Florida licensure required by date of hire.
• National certification in specialty area, as applicable.
• Sustained record of excellence in teaching and student mentorship.
• Evidence of scholarship and professional contributions consistent with appointment at the associate professor rank.
• Demonstrated service contributions at the college, university, clinical, and/or professional level.
• Recent and ongoing clinical expertise in area of specialization.
Preferred:

• Prior experience teaching in BSN program.
• Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) credential, or goal of earning CHSE credential within 2 years.
• Experience with simulation and clinical instruction.
• Experience mentoring undergraduate nursing students.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Interested candidates must submit a curriculum vitae and three letters of recommendation. Optional additions for an application package may include: a research statement and a teaching statement.
Final candidate will be required to provide three (3) letters of recommendation and an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered "official" if a designation of "Issued to Student" is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:Yes
Advertised: 27 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 14 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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