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Assistant Professor of Nursing - Tenure Track

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Elmhurst University is a leading institution of higher education that seamlessly blends liberal learning and professional preparation to help students reach their full potential. Elmhurst University offers more than 70 undergraduate majors, 20 graduate programs, degree-completion programs for busy adults, and the acclaimed Elmhurst Learning and Success Academy for young adults with developmental disabilities. Elmhurst University is one of the Top 10 Colleges in the Midwest, according to U.S. News & World Report; and U.S. News, Money and Forbes magazines consistently rank Elmhurst as one of the Midwest’s best values in higher education.

Recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce is a critical component of the University’s mission, vision and core values. Our commitment stems from the belief that an institution of higher learning is enriched by the presence of diversity. Elmhurst University is an EO Employer. Elmhurst University prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, creed, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Posting Number F00199P
Position Status Exempt
Reporting Relationship(s) Dean, School of Nursing and Health Sciences
Supervisory Relationships
Adjunct Faculty

Job Summary
Elmhurst University invites applications for a Tenure Track Assistant Professor in the Department of Nursing and Public Health for Fall 2024. Primary teaching responsibility will be in the graduate programs, with flexibility to teach across all programs. The teaching load is six courses per year. Previous teaching and scholarship preferred.



Essential Functions
  • Teaching 6 courses per year
  • Scholarship that supports teaching and practice
  • Service at the department and university level
Other Duties and Responsibilities
  • Participation in department and university functions and events

Minimum Qualifications
  • PhD or DNP
Preferred Qualifications
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements
Employee is subject to indoor work, protected from weather conditions. Work is ambulatory in nature and involves exerting up to 30 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Flexibility in days, hours and shifts is required.
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Posting Date 10/23/2023
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Elmhurst University is a leading institution of higher education that seamlessly blends liberal learning and professional preparation to help students reach their full potential. Elmhurst University offers more than 70 undergraduate majors, 20 graduate programs, degree-completion programs for busy adults, and the acclaimed Elmhurst Learning and Success Academy for young adults with developmental disabilities. Elmhurst University is one of the Top 10 Colleges in the Midwest, according to U.S. News & World Report; and U.S. News, Money and Forbes magazines consistently rank Elmhurst as one of the Midwest’s best values in higher education.

Recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce is a critical component of the University’s mission, vision and core values. Our commitment stems from the belief that an institution of higher learning is enriched by the presence of diversity. Elmhurst University is an EO Employer. Elmhurst University prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, creed, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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