Clinical Assistant Professor Jobs in Connecticut

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As one of the nation’s largest Catholic universities and among the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers more than 100 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. Nearly 10,000 students attend the University’s nine colleges and schools: College of Arts & Sciences; School of Communication, Media & the Arts; School of Social Work; School of Computing & Engineering; School of Performing Arts; College of Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology; and the Dr. Susan L. Davis, RN, & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing. Sacred Heart, a Laudato Si’ campus, stands out from other Catholic universities as it was established to be led by the laity. This contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts and, at the same time, cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change in their own lives, professions, and communities. Sacred Heart University has earned national recognition for academic excellence, student success, career outcomes, and campus experience. The Princeton Review recognized SHU in its Best 392 Colleges: 2027 Edition and Best Business Schools: 2027 Edition, while additional national recognitions highlight the University’s commitment to preparing students for meaningful careers and lifelong success. Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliate station, WSHU Public Radio; Division I athletics; and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance, and theatre. www.sacredheart.edu

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Sacred Heart University’s Davis & Henley College of Nursing (DHCON) invites applications for a 12-month visiting faculty appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, with primary teaching responsibilities in the online Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN-FNP) program and post-master’s certificate programs, including the Post-MSN Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate.
This appointment offers the opportunity to bring your current FNP clinical experience into graduate nursing education through teaching and semester-based student advising. The position is remote, with required travel to campus at least twice annually and as requested by the department chair.
The successful candidate will contribute to a college environment grounded in mutual respect and collegiality, value the University’s Catholic identity, tradition, and spirit, and support its commitments to community service, strategic planning, and the intellectual and ethical development of all students.

Responsibilities:

• Teach in the online Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) program and associated post-master’s certificate programs.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of courses, curricula, and academic programs, including assessment of student learning.
• Provide student advising each semester.
• Maintain current FNP clinical practice.
• Contribute to an inclusive, collaborative, and collegial academic and clinical environment that supports student learning, respects diverse perspectives, and upholds professional and academic standards.
• Travel to campus at least twice per year and as requested by the department chair.

Qualifications:

• Earned doctorate in nursing.
• Current RN and APRN licensure.
• National board certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP); Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) certification preferred.
• At least two years of FNP experience and current FNP clinical practice.
• Previous online graduate teaching experience.
• Evidence of scholarship.
• Experience leading an academic team and meeting accreditation and academic nurse practitioner standards.
• Leadership experience in curriculum development and program administration preferred.

Application Instructions:
Qualified applicants are invited to submit the following materials through Sacred Heart University's online application portal:

• A letter of application outlining relevant qualifications, experience, and interest in the position.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Statement of teaching philosophy.
• Statement of research interests.

Three formal letters of recommendation on professional letterhead and an official transcript reflecting the highest conferred degree will be required upon offer of employment.

Compensation & Benefits:
The salary range for this position is $106,179-$149,899.
Sacred Heart University offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement, paid time off, and other employee benefits. Specific benefits and eligibility requirements may vary based on the position and applicable plan provisions.

Sacred Heart University is a space that respects and embraces differences, recognizes the unique contributions that individuals can make, and creates a community that maximizes the potential of all faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.