Hiring Department

University of Missouri-Kansas City

School of Nursing & Health Studies

Division of Clinical Nursing

The School of Nursing and Health Studies invites applications for a 12-month and/or 9-month, full-time, ranked non-tenure track Assistant or Associate Clinical Professor in the Clinical Division, with primary responsibilities in the Nurse Practitioner (NP) programs.

The faculty member will contribute to didactic, clinical, and programmatic needs within our MSN, DNP, and certificate NP programs, teaching across online, hybrid, and/or in-person modalities. This position plays a key role in supporting high-quality graduate NP education aligned with national standards, accreditation expectations, and UMKC's mission to prepare diverse learners to serve as leaders in the improvement of health outcomes.

The School seeks faculty of regional or national prominence to teach in our innovative programs.

The successful candidate will:

• Teach graduate-level didactic and/or clinical courses within the NP programs and support broader School teaching needs as assigned.
• Supervise and evaluate NP students in clinical settings and support the development and oversight of high-quality clinical learning experiences.
• Provide academic advising and mentorship to NP students related to progression, clinical placement, and professional development.
• Mentor DNP scholarly projects, including project development, implementation, evaluation, and dissemination.
• Contribute to curriculum development, program evaluation, accreditation, and continuous quality-improvement activities.
• Participate in faculty service, committee work, and collaborative initiatives that support interprofessional education and scholarship.
• Maintain current clinical expertise, strong communication, regular on-campus engagement, and an inclusive learning environment aligned with UMKC and SoNHS values.

Work Location

On-site, Kansas City, MO (UMKC Health Sciences District). Regular on-campus presence is an essential function of this role due to in-person clinical collaboration, on-campus teaching, student advising, and campus service activities.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) or PhD in Nursing or a related field.
• Current, unencumbered RN and APRN licensure in Missouri, or eligibility for Missouri RN and APRN licensure, with the ability to obtain additional state licensure as needed to meet clinical placement or regulatory requirements
• National board certification as a Nurse Practitioner in one or more of the following specialties: FNP, PNP-Primary Care, or PNP-Acute Care.
• Minimum of five years of clinical NP practice experience.
• Minimum of two years of nursing faculty experience teaching undergraduate and/or graduate nursing students in an accredited academic program.
• Demonstrated strong communication, technological proficiency, and organizational skills essential for effective teaching and student support.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching NP students in graduate nursing programs.
• Experience in curriculum development, program evaluation, or accreditation activities within graduate nursing or NP education, including implementation of the AACN Essentials and NTF Standards for Quality NP Education.
• Experience chairing or mentoring DNP scholarly projects.
• Evidence of scholarly dissemination, such as presentations, publications, or quality-improvement outcomes.
• Demonstrated experience designing and delivering online or hybrid nursing courses using Canvas or comparable learning management systems.
• Experience developing and evaluating clinical learning experiences and collaborating with preceptors and clinical partners.
• Prior and externally funded research/scholarly activities are an advantage.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Compensation is commensurate with rank, contract length, qualifications, and experience. Full-time, benefit-eligible, 12 or 9-month, ranked non-tenure track position.

January 1, 2027 start date is targeted, but negotiable. Our academic schedules and workload provide for a positive work/life balance.

Application Materials

For consideration, you must apply online at Careers - Human Resources | University of Missouri-Kansas City , click Academic Positions/Prospective Employees (Job Opening ID 61222).

• Complete the job application including Legal Name, US employment eligibility, questionnaire, and current contact information.
• Application materials
  • Letter of interest which provides your qualifications and applicable experience which qualifies you for a ranked non-tenure track faculty position
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Statement of teaching interests/philosophy
  • Names, complete and current contact information for at least three professional references
    • These references can remain confidential for most of the application process.

Please combine all application materials into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as your resume attachments. Limit document name to 50 characters and do not include any special characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.).

• If you are experiencing technical problems during application, please email [email protected] .
• For questions and correspondence about the position, please contact [email protected] including the Job Identification number including job identification number 61222.
• Reasonable accommodations may be requested during the application and recruitment process. If you need an accommodation, please contact the Office of Equity and Title IX at (816) 235-6910.

Official higher education transcripts will be required for candidates advancing as finalists. We will contact references for finalists; candidates will receive prior notification if references will be contacted. Selected candidate will be required to pass a criminal background check prior to employment.

Application Deadline

Review of applications begins upon receipt; the position remains open until a qualified candidate is hired.

Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Other Information

Residency/Relocation:

This is an on-site faculty position. New hires are expected to relocate to the Kansas City metro area (or already reside within a reasonable commuting distance) by the start date and maintain residency that supports reliable on-campus presence. UMKC will consider individualized reasonable accommodation requests consistent with the ADA and applicable law.

The UMKC School of Nursing and Health Studies is a partner of the UMKC Health Sciences District which houses the Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, and Dentistry. The District strives to be a premier academic health district, engaging in cutting-edge biomedical research and entrepreneurship, delivering state-of-the-science health care, and educating the next generation of health care professionals. UMKC provides unique opportunities for research and health care collaboration across its Schools of: Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing & Health Studies, and Pharmacy as well as University Health physicians, regional health care institutions, and the University of Missouri System's NextGen Data Science and Analytics Innovation Center.

Community Information

Kansas City is a multifarious and vibrant community with an affordable cost of living. Our UMKC campuses are centered in the hubs of business activity, cultural arts, (some great barbeque and ethnic cuisine!) and health science research engagement for both campuses. As one of the largest cities in Missouri, we are home to national championship sports teams, a rich history of cultural arts and music, a new international airport, NASCAR racing, and a community that is very engaged with and supportive of our university initiatives. Our beautiful state has rolling hills, rivers, lakes, and long bike/hiking trails for those that enjoy time in the great outdoors all within an easy drive. Kansas City offers something for everyone ! Visit Kansas City: Find Events, Things to Do & More

Benefit Eligibility

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/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement