University of Utah hiring Janet Q. Lawson Endowed Chair in Nursing in Salt Lake City, Utah, United States | LinkedIn (2024)

Position Information

Position/Rank Janet Q. Lawson Endowed Chair in Nursing

Department 00988 - CON DACC DIVISION

City Salt Lake City, UT

Track Track Dependent On QualificationsNew Position to Begin When filled

DetailsJanet Q. Lawson Endowed Chair in NursingPosition Summary: The University of Utah College of Nursing seeks an established, visionary educator and scholar to fill the Janet Q. Lawson Endowed Chair in Nursing. We seek a candidate who will provide vision and leadership in promoting exceptional student experiences while advocating for student academic success. The endowed chair is a 5-year tenure-line or career-line appointment, renewable upon successful review. Academic rank and salary for this full-time, 12-month appointment will be commensurate with qualifications.

Criteria: The ideal candidate pursues innovation and develops ideas that transform nursing education and the student experience and prepares graduates to revolutionize healthcare. We seek candidates with accomplishments reflecting excellence in teaching, developing curriculum, inspiring and promoting the professional development of teaching faculty, conducting innovative scholarship and/or research, and performing professional service. Candidates who convey a strong commitment to improving access to higher education are highly valued.Candidates must have earned a doctoral degree ( DNP or PhD) in nursing from an accredited program and hold a current Registered Nurse or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse license.

Principal functions and responsibilities: Key responsibilities will include contributing to a robust program of educational scholarship and/or research with an emphasis on defining and progressing towards an exceptional education experience for students, supporting and advancing teaching excellence among all faculty, demonstrating and consulting on pedagogical best practices, providing leadership in curriculum development and teaching innovation, and mentoring junior faculty. The Endowed Chair will work closely with a dedicated and visionary leadership team to develop, implement, and evaluate a strategic plan for ensuring an exceptional educational experience for an increasingly diverse student body.

College of Nursing: The College of Nursing prepares nurses at all education levels, with a current enrollment of more than 680 students. U.S. News & World Report rankings include: #11 Nurse-Midwifery program, #18 Doctor of Nursing Practice program, #31 Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, #49 Online Master of Science in Nursing program.

With a $43 million grant funding portfolio, the University of Utah College of Nursing is consistently ranked in the top 30 in NIH funding among Colleges of Nursing. The College of Nursing is a focal point for clinicians and researchers to collaboratively design, lead, and achieve equitable improvements for the well-being of individuals, families, and communities. Our high priority research programs include the areas of health equity, social determinants of health, and chronic/serious illness and complement our strengths in women’s health, gerontology, caregiving, informatics, and clinical and translational research.

The College of Nursing has nine additional Chairs, and is home to the Family Caregiving Collaborative, Gerontology Interdisciplinary Program, College of Nursing Simulation Center, Center of Excellence for Exposure Health Informatics ( CEEHI ), Hartford Center of Geriatric Nursing Excellence, Health Resources and Services Administration ( HRSA )-funded Advanced Nursing Education Workforce ( ANEW ) program, HRSA -funded Nurse Education, Practice, Quality & Retention ( NEPQR ) program, HRSA -funded Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program ( GWEP ). In 2017, the College of Nursing was the first recipient of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing ( AACN ) New Era for Academic Nursing Award. The College also received the AACN Exemplary Academic-Practice Partnership Award in 2018. In collaboration with University of Utah Health (U Health), the college works to improve individual, family, and community health and quality of life.

University of Utah and U Health: The University of Utah is located in Salt Lake City, Utah, and will become a member of the Big 12 Conference in 2024. The Martha Bradley Evans Center for Teaching Excellence supports the University of Utah’s mission and core values of student success and teaching excellence by 1) promoting engaging and transformational student learning experiences, 2) improving teaching effectiveness through evidence-based, equitable, inclusive, and anti-racist pedagogy, and 3) serving the needs of teaching-oriented faculty, instructors, and graduate students. U Health – the only academic medical center in the Mountain West – includes numerous interdisciplinary entities such as the Huntsman Cancer Institute, the Huntsman Mental Health Institute, the Craig H. Neilsen Rehabilitation Hospital, the Nora Eccles Harrison Cardiovascular Research Training Institute, and the NIH -funded Utah Clinical & Translational Science Institute ( CTSI ) that support education, practice, and team science. With five hospitals, 12 community clinics, and a growing network of regional affiliates, U Health’s catchment area covers five surrounding states, and roughly 10% of the United States.

Application and Inquiries: Applications will be accepted continuously, with evaluations beginning immediately until the position is filled or closed. Interested candidates should apply online by submitting a completed application – including cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy statement, research or scholarship statement, and three letters of recommendation from individuals external to the University of Utah and U Health. Please note that letters must be signed, dated, and on letterhead. The cover letter should address the candidate’s commitment to teaching, research, and scholarship.

The online application may be found at https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/160885 . Please direct any questions about the position or the application process to Janet Q. Lawson Endowed Chair in Nursing Search Committee Chair, Lee Ellington at lee.ellington@nurs.utah.edu or Cami Zollinger, Faculty Affairs Manager, at cami.zollinger@nurs.utah.edu.

The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration,

innovation, accountability, diversity, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.

EEO/Non-Discrimination InformationAll qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To Request a Reasonable Accommodation For a Disability Or If You Or Someone You Know Has Experienced Discrimination Or Sexual Misconduct Including Sexual Harassment, You May Contact The Director/Title IX Coordinator In The Office Of Equal Opportunity And Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More Information, Including The Director/Title IX Coordinator’s Office Address, Electronic Mail Address, And Telephone Number Can Be Located At

https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu

NoticeThe University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“ URS ”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen and immunizations. https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.

Special Instructions for CandidatesOpen Date 02/26/2024

Close DateOpen Until Filled Yes

Requisition Number PRN03490F

Type Faculty