Description

Texas A&M University College of Nursing invites applications for a full-time, tenured, tenure-track, or academic professional track (non-tenure) faculty position at our Bryan, Texas campus. The successful candidate will hold a current Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) license and have experience in academic nursing education. Responsibilities include teaching in graduate and undergraduate programs, commensurate with the candidate’s credentials and experience. This 9-month appointment begins in August 2026 and offers the possibility of a summer contract. Applicants will be considered for the faculty title of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Professor, Clinical Assistant Professor, Clinical Associate Professor, or Clinical Professor. Salary will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

The College of Nursing offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Traditional, Second degree, and RN to BSN), MSN-Family Nurse Practitioner, MSN-Nursing Education, MSN-Forensic Nursing, DNP-Leadership, graduate certificate in Forensic Health Care and post-graduate certificates in FNP, PMHNP and AGACNP. Future plans include a PhD program, a DNP in Extreme Environment Nursing, and additional graduate and post-graduate certificate programs. We are a growing college offering academic programs, certificates and continuing education in Bryan-College Station, McAllen, Round Rock and online.

The College of Nursing is one of five colleges that comprise the Texas A&M Health Science Center. Drawing from our vast network of scientists, educators, and clinical partners, we educate highly qualified graduates who are equipped to address the health needs of an ever-changing population in Texas, the nation, and the world. Texas A&M University is located in the twin cities of Bryan and College Station, TX. It is home to over 70,000 students and is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities.

Academic Professional Track Responsibilities Include:

Academic Professional Track (APT) Faculty members are expected to contribute significantly to teaching, service, and scholarship within the College of Nursing. Specific responsibilities include:

Teaching: APT faculty maintain high standards in classroom, clinical, simulation, and online instruction. Responsibilities include preparing and revising course materials and assessments that foster student learning, selecting and managing high-quality clinical and simulation experiences, and providing competent clinical supervision. Faculty also evaluate student performance, provide academic advising and mentoring, maintain posted office hours, and collaborate and mentor faculty colleagues. Additionally, faculty are expected to develop new courses consistent with curricular and accreditation standards and support ongoing academic program accreditation efforts.

Scholarship: APT faculty are expected to engage in scholarly activities that advance nursing education, clinical practice, or health outcomes. Scholarship may include contributions to evidence-based practice, presentations, publications, or other activities that support the academic mission of the College. Faculty are encouraged to demonstrate ongoing professional development and innovation in their teaching and scholarly work.

Service: Service activities for APT faculty may include active participation on college or university committees, involvement in accreditation or self-study initiatives, advising student organizations, and engaging in clinical practice where appropriate. Faculty are also expected to collaborate within the college community and contribute to initiatives that promote the College’s mission and excellence in nursing education.

Tenure-Track Responsibilities Include:

Tenure-track and tenured faculty members are expected to contribute meaningfully to teaching, research/scholarship, and service within the college and university. Specific responsibilities include:

Teaching: Faculty are expected to teach effectively across classroom, clinical, simulation, and online environments, developing new courses that align with current curricular and accreditation standards. Responsibilities include preparing and revising course materials and assessments to enhance student learning, selecting, and managing high-quality clinical experiences, and providing competent clinical supervision. Faculty also evaluate student performance, advise, and mentor students for academic success, maintain posted office hours, collaborate with and mentor faculty colleagues, and stay current with clinical certifications.

Research/Scholarship: Faculty in tenure-track positions conduct research and scholarship activities in accordance with their rank and appointment expectations. They disseminate findings through publications and presentations, seek competitive external funding to support their research endeavors, and lead or collaborate on scholarly projects that advance nursing education, clinical practice, or health outcomes.

Service: Service involves active participation in college, university, and professional activities, including committee membership, accreditation, or self-study initiatives, advising student organizations, and engaging with the community. Tenured faculty are also expected to mentor junior colleagues and provide leadership within college or university committees and professional organizations or boards.

The anticipated start date is August 1, 2026.
Qualifications
Required Education:

Earned doctorate (DNP or PhD) in nursing. PhD in a related field is acceptable with at least one graduate degree in nursing (e.g., MSN, MN, MS in Nursing).

Required Registrations, Certifications and Licenses:

Candidate must be eligible for a Texas RN and/or APRN license depending upon credentials.

Current Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner license is required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Experience providing clinical instruction at the baccalaureate level or higher

Two or more years of recent nursing practice experience

Demonstrated clinical expertise in nursing.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Use of simulation in nursing education.

Experience with graduate-level Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program

Professional certification in nursing specialty area.

Certification in simulation
Application Instructions
Applicants interested in the academic professional track (non-tenure track) position must apply through the Texas A&M University faculty job board hosted by Interfolio.  

Applicants interested in the tenured or tenure-track position must apply through the Texas A&M University faculty job board hosted by Interfolio.  

Applicants must submit the following documents: (1) cover letter (2) detailed curriculum vitae (3) personal statement to include philosophy and plans for research, teaching, and service, as applicable; and (4) contact information for five references.

Any questions regarding the position should be directed to Jennifer Morton at jmorton@tamu.edu.
 Application Process
This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.
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