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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Professor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Professor, you need advanced subject matter expertise, a doctoral degree in your field, and a strong record of research and teaching experience. Familiarity with learning management systems (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard), academic publishing platforms, and citation tools is typically required. Outstanding communication, mentorship, and organizational skills help foster student engagement and contribute to scholarly communities. These competencies ensure effective knowledge transfer, research innovation, and academic leadership.

How do professors typically balance teaching, research, and service responsibilities within a university setting?

Professors often juggle multiple responsibilities, including teaching courses, conducting research, and contributing to departmental or university service such as committee work or student advising. The specific balance can vary by institution and department, but most professors allocate set hours to prepare lectures, meet with students, and pursue research projects. Time management and prioritization are essential skills, as professors frequently need to meet deadlines for publications or grant applications while fulfilling their teaching and service commitments. Collaboration with colleagues, both within and outside the university, is common, and many professors find that building a supportive network helps manage these diverse tasks effectively.

What are professors and what do they do?

Professors are academic professionals who teach at colleges or universities. Their primary responsibilities include delivering lectures, conducting research, mentoring students, and publishing scholarly work. In addition to teaching, professors often participate in academic committees and contribute to curriculum development. They may also advise undergraduate and graduate students, supervise research projects, and engage in community or professional service. Professors typically specialize in a particular field of study and help advance knowledge in their discipline.

What is the difference between Professor vs Lecturer?

AspectProfessorLecturer
Required CredentialsDoctorate degree, extensive research, and teaching experienceMaster's or Doctorate, often less research-focused
Work EnvironmentUniversities, research institutions, academic settingsUniversities, colleges, sometimes part-time or adjunct roles
Employer & Industry UsageHigher education institutions, research-focusedEducational institutions, teaching-focused

Professors typically hold a doctorate, engage in research, and have a long-term academic role, whereas lecturers focus primarily on teaching and may have less emphasis on research. Both roles are common in higher education but differ in responsibilities and qualifications.

Do workers at Northern Arizona University get paid breaks?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
47% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Does Northern Arizona University pay people when they’re sick?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
62% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 67% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 25% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 8% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Do workers at Northern Arizona University worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
67% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Do Northern Arizona University workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Most people get to choose which shifts they work.
100% report that they have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

How easy is it for Northern Arizona University workers to change shifts?

Most people find it easy to change shifts.
90% of people report that it’s easy to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Northern Arizona University?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
88% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do Northern Arizona University managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
81% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Do workers at Northern Arizona University do extra work that they don't get paid for?

Sometimes. Some people do unpaid extra work.
36% of people report that they do extra work that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Northern Arizona University?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
89% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Is a Northern Arizona University job good for students?

Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
88% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Do people at Northern Arizona University feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
81% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Do people at Northern Arizona University get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
79% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Northern Arizona University?

Some people feel stressed out here.
59% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Do people at Northern Arizona University enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
74% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Do people at Northern Arizona University recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
55% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Northern Arizona University?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
48% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Northern Arizona University?

Most people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 68% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Do people think Northern Arizona University’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Some people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
67% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Northern Arizona University is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
46% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
What are the most popular categories at Northern Arizona University?
Infographic showing various Professor job openings at Northern Arizona University in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution.
Assistant Clinical Professor, Nursing

Assistant Clinical Professor, Nursing

Northern Arizona University

Tucson, AZ • On-site

$69.79K/yr

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago


Northern Arizona University rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 29 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

422nd of 528 rated colleges and universities


Job description

Special Information
  • This position is an on-site position in Tucson which requires the incumbent to complete their work primarily at an NAU site, campus, or facility with or without accommodation. Opportunities for remote work are rare.

About the Department/College

Aligned with NAU's mission to develop solutions to challenges and drive innovation in a supportive, inclusive, and diverse environment, the Maria and Steve Sanghi College of Nursing seeks to build on our longstanding strengths in preparing skilled, resilient, and culturally responsive nurses for the modern nursing profession.
The Northern Arizona University Maria and Steve Sanghi College of Nursing continues to build a world-class team of curious, creative, scholarly, and responsive faculty to positively impact the nursing profession in Arizona and beyond.

Nursing offers the undergraduate program at locations around the state of Arizona including Flagstaff, Phoenix (North Valley), Tucson, and Yuma. Some degree programs are also offered online. The Maria and Steve Sanghi College of Nursing is growing in order to meet the demand for nurses around the state, especially in rural and underserved areas.


About the Position

The Northern Arizona University Maria and Steve Sanghi College of Nursing is seeking nurse educators who can contribute to academic excellence, an inclusive learning community, and fostering persistence, completion, and postgraduate success for all students. We are hiring faculty who are committed to addressing inclusive excellence in nursing education and the nursing profession. This position is located in Tucson, Arizona. 
The Maria and Steve Sanghi College of Nursing invites applications for a 9-month non-tenure track faculty position. The successful candidate will be appointed as a non-tenure track Assistant Clinical Professor. The Maria and Steve Sanghi College of Nursing seeks creative, engaging, innovative faculty with expertise in the areas of:

  • Psychiatric/Mental Health, or
  • Obstetrics and Pediatrics theory; and
  • Clinical courses for an undergraduate pre-licensure program.

This faculty appointment is for an on-campus position at the Tucson Campus. Successful candidates will meet minimum requirements for Assistant Clinical Professor, have experience teaching within hybrid learning environments, and have a commitment to undergraduate teaching and mentoring. Some travel is required. Some evenings and weekend availability is needed.

Responsibilities Include
  • Understand and perform in the role of Nurse Educator, inclusive of teaching, scholarship, and service.
  • Design and develop written syllabi/course outlines, curricula, and instructional materials.
  • Provide evidence-based teaching and assessment in classroom instruction (online and in-person), nursing skills labs, clinical facility, and clinical simulation to entry-level BSN students.
  • Supervise and instruct students of various ages and diverse backgrounds in classroom, online, lab, and/or clinical settings.
  • Use technology to promote effective learning in students and management of student progression.
  • Maintain office hours to support and advise students.
  • Contribute to College of Nursing and university governance by serving on committees.
  • Participate in ongoing professional growth and development opportunities.
  • Provide input to the best use of funds and other resources to support effective learning and working spaces.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
  • Master's degree in Nursing or related field by anticipated start date.
  • 3 years of clinical nursing practice.
  • Eligible for RN license in Arizona.

*A combination of related education, experience, and training may be used as an equivalent to the above Minimum Qualifications.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Prior teaching in baccalaureate nursing education.
  • Experience in curriculum and course development, design, and delivery.
  • Teaching experience in nursing using distance learning technology.
  • Expertise in the areas of:
    • Psychiatric/Mental Health, or
    • Obstetrics and Pediatrics theory; and
    • Clinical courses for an undergraduate pre-licensure program.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge

  • Knowledge of Canvas or similar learning management system.
  • Knowledge of instructional design, effective pedagogy, team teaching, and innovative learning methodologies.
  • Knowledge of best practices in teaching and learning in traditional and hybrid classroom environments.
  • Knowledge of online course development and delivery.
  • Knowledge of current trends in higher education and demographic trends.

Skills

  • Course development skills.
  • Effective leadership and active listening skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.

Abilities

  • Communicates effectively.
  • Develops and maintains good working relationships.
  • Facilitates learning in multiple modalities.
  • Teaches a wide variety of courses.

Compensation

Budgeted salary is $69,790. Annual salary commensurate with candidate's qualifications and related experience.


Pre-Employment Check

Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, an employment history verification and a degree verification (in some cases) prior to employment. You may also be required to complete a fingerprint background check. Also, as an employer in the state of Arizona, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees' right to work in the United States.

This position has been identified as a safety/security sensitive position. Therefore, per AZ Revised Statute, Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, employment history investigation, degree verification (in some cases) and fingerprinting. If you are applying for a job that requires a CDL, you will be required to register with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse and adhere to the clearinghouse requirements.


Notice of Availability of the Annual Fire and Security Report

Each year Northern Arizona University releases an Annual Security Report. The report is a result of a federal law known as the Clery Act. The report includes Clery reportable crime statistics for the three most recent completed calendar years and discloses procedures, practices and programs NAU uses to keep students and employees safe including how to report crimes or other emergencies occurring on campus. In addition, the Fire Safety Report is combined with the Annual Security Report for the NAU Flagstaff Mountain Campus as this campus has on-campus student housing. This report discloses fire safety policies and procedures related to on-campus student housing and statistics for fires that occurred in those facilities. If you would like a free paper copy of the report, please contact the NAUPD Records Department at (928) 523-8884 or by visiting the department at 525 E. Pine Knoll Drive in Flagstaff.


Immigration Support/Sponsorship

Northern Arizona University will not provide any U.S. immigration support or sponsorship for this position.


Submit your Application

Vacancy will remain open until filled. Applications received before the deadline shown above will receive full consideration.
To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply" button on this page.
Application must include (saved as PDF and/or Word documents):
1. a cover letter highlighting your particular qualifications for this position;
2. a curriculum vitae; and
3. names and contact information for three references.
Please do not include any other documents as they will not be considered.
If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please contact the Disability Resources Office at 928-523-8773, DR@nau.edu, or PO Box 5633, Flagstaff AZ 86011.


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