Assistant Professor, Nursing, Tenure Track

About the Role

The successful applicant must at minimum be qualified to teach all introductory-level nursing courses and be prepared to actively participate in program and curriculum development. Preference will be given to applicants who have expertise in adult health acute care (medical / surgical) and / or recognized simulation credentials and experience with simulation education.

New faculty are hired into one of two work patterns. The teaching / scholarship / service pattern (TSS) has a focus on teaching with the requirement that the faculty member be involved in a research program as well as service to the Mount Royal community. The teaching / service pattern (TS) has a focus on teaching and service only. The successful candidate will be hired into the teaching / service pattern (TS). There is an option to change work patterns after tenure.

The successful candidate(s) will have :

• A minimum of Master’s degree in nursing with PhD degree or PhD near completion preferred
• A minimum of three years’ experience in their declared area of expertise
• Registered or eligible for registration with CRNA
• Immunizations for the practice area (including Alberta Health Services) are required

In addition, any of the following would be considered an asset :

Key faculty responsibilities include :