Job Description
POSITION TITLE: Adjunct Hiring Pool - Nursing - FNP Clinical Faculty
COMPENSATION RANGE: 1,590.00 - 1,590.00 per credit hour
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Faculty
Department: Nursing
TARGET HIRE DATE: 8/25/2025
BENEFITS: UNC's Career Hub
This is an open pool posting and applicants will be contacted only if a suitable position becomes available. Pool may be used to fill vacancies for the Fall 2025 - Summer 2026.
This pool expires 05/31/2026. Applicants wishing to remain in this pool past 05/31/2026, must reapply at that time.
Position Summary: The UNC School of Nursinginvites applications for part-time clinical faculty positions to teach in ourgraduate Family Nurse Practitioner programs. Part-time, nurse practitionerclinical faculty primarily teach on-campus in clinical skillslaboratories/simulations and conduct site visits for specialty rotations.Depending on interest and expertise, opportunities for classroom teaching maybe available. These positions are filled semester by semester based on theneeds of the programs. The positions are highly flexible, depending on theinterest and experience of the applicant..
Minimum Qualifications: - Master'sDegree in Nursing
- Two years clinical APRN/FNP experience
- Unencumbered CO RN/APRN license
- National certification as FNP (AANP or ANCC)
- Completion of Urine Drug Screening
PreferredQualifications: Doctoral Degree in Nursing
Forquestions about the application process or position, contact the School of Nursing Director - Melissa Henry at: melissa.henry@unco.edu.
About theDepartment: The School of Nursing offers degreesat the undergraduate and graduate levels. Our undergraduate programs include atraditional and second bachelor's BSN program and a fully online RN-BSNcompletion program. At the graduate level, we offer a fully online master'sdegree in leadership, quality and safety and advanced practice clinicalprograms including a doctorate in nursing practice (FNP and post-Master's APRNoptions). We also offer post-master's certificates in nursing education, familynurse practitioner, and emergency nurse practitioner. Our unique PhD in nursingeducation rounds out our portfolio of programs with a focus on the science ofnursing and teaching practices.
School of nursing faculty members are active inteaching, service, and research in the spirit of the student-centeredTeacher/Scholar Model, prioritizing a student-centered, evidence-based approachto innovative teaching and learning in all programs. The faculty is committedto strong collaborations with campus and community-based partners to enrich thelearning opportunities for all students and meet the healthcare needs of theregion.
Benefits: Benefits available include health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, as well as a selection of several defined contribution retirement plans for all full-time positions. Employees at UNC receive sick leave, and other leave options may be available based on position. Full-time employees are eligible to receive tuition waiver benefits, as well as dependents and spouses of UNC Employees who are employed at 0.5 FTE or above are eligible for undergraduate dependent tuition grants of up to 50%. These tuition grants will cover in-state tuition charges. Further requirements may exist. Other benefits may be available based on position.
About UNC The University of Northern Colorado is a public doctoral/research institution located in Greeley, Colorado. UNC's commitment to education began in 1889 and continues to be a transformational force for our students. According to CollegeNet's Social Mobility Index, UNC ranked #1 in social mobility (2022). UNC is also committed to providing our faculty and staff with the support they need to succeed as professionals, educators, and in life. Please visit UNC's Career Hub,to learn more about UNC's strategic plan, school programs, and employee benefits. Go Bears!
EEO Statement The University of Northern Colorado offers an educational and workingenvironment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the UNCcommunity. In accordance with federal and state law, UNC prohibits unlawfuldiscrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, national origin,religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, geneticinformation, and/or veteran status. UNC also prohibits discrimination based ongender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who opposea discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for,assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating todiscrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally protected expression will not beconsidered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is theresponsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure UNC'scompliance with this policy.
ADA Accommodations The University of Northern Colorado is committedto providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If yourequire reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewingor otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please directyour inquiries to 970-351-2718 or human.resources@unco.edu.
Background Check Satisfactory completion of a background check, educational check, and authorization to work in the United States is required after a conditional offer of employment has been made. The successful candidate must submit original transcripts within one (1) month of hire.
This position is contingent on funding from the Colorado State Legislature, approval by the Board of Trustees, and subject to the policies and regulations of the University of Northern Colorado.
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Full time, Part time, Summer work, Flexible hours,