Assistant Teaching Professor, Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing

College of Nursing - UMSL

Overview:
Non-tenure track faculty are expected to teach in the College of Nursing in areas of expertise, provide service to the College, University, community, and profession and contribute to the mission and strategic priorities of the College of Nursing. These positions include clinical teaching.

Applications are encouraged from individuals in the following area of expertise:
* Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing

Responsibilities:
1. Participate in the ongoing development, implementation, evaluation, and enhancement of
nursing academic programs:
a. Participate in program and course revisions.
b. Revise assigned courses to reflect program outcomes, AACN essentials, and other
professional standards, state board of nursing minimum standards, current evidence
and best practice.
c. Collaborate with emphasis area coordinators, clinical coordinators, program
directors, and the Associate Dean for Academic Programs to identify the types of
clinical experiences and sites needed for optimal clinical education of students.
d. Teach graduate and undergraduate nursing courses as assigned.
e. Supervise nursing students as assigned.
f. Collaborate with clinical agencies in arranging student clinical experiences (e.g.
orientation to objectives of clinical experience, course syllabus, clinical schedule, et
al) as appropriate.
g. Participate in the development of academic policies affecting the admission,
progression, graduation and dismissal of students.
h. Participate in the evaluation and ongoing enhancement of the curricula.
i. Apply evidence from best education practices to curriculum development and to
teaching.
2. Serve the College of Nursing, University, community and profession:
a. Participate in College of Nursing faculty, standing committee, task force and other meetings.
b. Participate in University Assembly and Faculty Senate Committees and ad hoc committees
c. Participate in community and professional activities as appropriate

d. Participate in scholarly projects as appropriate.
3. Contribute to the mission and strategic priorities of the College of Nursing and the University of Missouri-St. Louis.
4. Collaborate effectively with other faculty and staff members both within the College of Nursing and throughout the University and community to develop interprofessional academic, clinical, and research opportunities.

Required:
1. A graduate degree in nursing.
2. Unencumbered licensure as a registered nurse in Missouri (a compact state)
3. Three or more years of experience as a registered professional nurse.
4. Two years of successful classroom and/or clinical teaching experience.
5. Effective interpersonal skills and cultural competence.
6. Ability to work with a diverse group of students and colleagues.

Preferred:
1. Doctoral Degree in Nursing or related field
2. Classroom and or clinical teaching in baccalaureate or graduate programs
3. Experience with instructional media and technology

Application materials should include a letter of interest, curriculum vita, statement relative to experience with and commitment to student engagement, and list of at least three contacts who can provide a letter of recommendation. If you have questions regarding this position, please contact Norma Hall-Thoms, Dean, College of Nursing at nlhph7@umsl.edu.

For full consideration, please submit your applications by August 1, 2025. The position will remain open until filled.

Visa Sponsorship Information:
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please email the Office of Human Resources at umslhr@umsl.edu.