Adjunct Assistant Professor Neonatal NP Program.

Job Summary The Graduate Nursing Department in the College of Nursing & Health Innovation at the University of Texas at Arlington invites applications for non-tenured part-time faculty at the rank of Adjunct Assistant Professor – NNP.The Department of Graduate Nursing in the College of Nursing and Health Innovation seeks qualified individuals for part-time teaching positions for the Fall 2025, Spring 2026, and Summer 2026 semesters. The specific courses involved may vary from semester to semester, and openings to teach these courses develop on a periodic basis, depending on the department’s teaching needs. Applying would add the applicant to a pool that is available to the departmental search committee for consideration in case the need arises. These appointments will be part-time and with no guarantee of renewal. Review of applications is ongoing. CBC Requirement It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA-48. By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure, you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks. Essential Duties and Responsibilities 1. Provides instruction within the College of Nursing and Health Innovation.2. Reports directly to the NNP Program Director.3. Maintains academic standards as established by the university, CONHI and Department of Graduate Nursing.4. Teaches students in online, clinical, laboratory, and classroom settings.5. Assumes responsibility for and/or participates in the planning and organization of courses to which assigned.6. Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of school, program, course and student activities. Required Qualifications 1. Doctorate in Nursing or related field.2. A current, unencumbered NNP license in the State of Texas.2. Current board certification as an NNP from NCC.3. A minimum of 3-5 years of experience evaluating, diagnosing, and managing neonates in a neonatal ICU.4. Must remain active in evaluating, diagnosing, and managing neonates in a neonatal ICU to retain employment.5. A minimum of 1 year experience teaching or precepting. Preferred Qualifications 1. Familiar with AACN curriculum essentials.2. Familiar with NONPF core competencies. Special Conditions for Eligibility Department Information The Department of Graduate Nursing is one of three academic departments within the CONHI. The department offers an MSN in Nursing Education, an MSN in Nursing Administration, seven nurse practitioner tracks, a Doctor in Nursing practice and a PhD in Nursing. Programs are offered online and in a hybrid format. These positions will report to the Department Chair. University Information The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 42,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution and nationally recognized for its commitment to student success and service. It ranks No. 5 in Military Times’ “Best for Vets: Colleges” and is the top university in North Texas for its graduates’ salaries (The Wall Street Journal). UTA is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and is No. 6 for undergraduate ethnic diversity in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). With a global alumni network of approximately 280,000 – including leaders at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas – UTA contributes an estimated $29 billion annually to the Texas economy.UTA is expanding its regional footprint by building a regional campus, called UTA West, in Parker County on the far west side of Fort Worth. It is scheduled to open in fall 2028. This initiative aligns with the university’s strategic growth and commitment to serving the broader community. Furthermore, UTA has launched the RISE 100 initiative, aiming to recruit 100 new tenure-system faculty to strengthen its research enterprise and leadership in key academic areas. Learn more at .This is an exciting time to join UTA and contribute to its bold vision for the future. Working Title