Assistant Professor - Nurse Anesthesia

Full-Time Assistant Professor - Nurse Anesthesia (Non-Tenure Stream Faculty Position)

Nurs-Nurse Anesthesia - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26003344)

The University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing is seeking qualified applicants for full-time, non-tenure stream Assistant Professor in the Department of Nurse Anesthesia.

Duties and Responsibilities

This Appointment-Stream Assistant Professor will be a full-time faculty member in the Nurse Anesthesia Department in the School of Nursing, who will be responsible for teaching, clinical instruction, scholarship, and service. Responsibilities will include teaching and mentoring students in both the classroom and clinical setting, contribute to course development and delivery, and supports student learning, professional development, and readiness for practice. Expectations also include active and sustained engagement in scholarship, clinical innovation, and dissemination through publications and presentations. The faculty member will also participate in service activities that support the School, University, profession, and community, contributing to committees, professional organizations, clinical partnerships, and community-based initiatives in alignment with the mission of the institution.

Faculty promotion opportunities are available for all ranks. Qualifications for these appointment stream faculty positions include an earned doctorate (DNP or PhD) and eligibility for RN licensure in Pennsylvania. Salary and academic rank are commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Minimum Qualifications

Assistant Professor – A) An earned doctorate in nursing or a field related to the area of scholarship within the School of Nursing is required. B) Evidence of or potential for a sustained and impactful program of scholarship. C) Evidence of or potential for excellence in teaching and mentoring, and contributing to a learning environment that values inclusivity.

Desired Qualifications

A minimum of 2 years as a full-time practicing CRNA and teaching Anesthesia students. Experiences should include developing curricular materials and teaching nurse anesthesia students in both clinical and classroom settings.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Candidates should apply online at and search for requisition number: 26003344. For more information on the School of Nursing, visit

As part of your application, please provide a statement of your area of scholarship and why you believe you will be successful at Pitt Nursing.

Since its founding in 1939, the University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing has provided faculty and students with the resources and support to generate new healthcare knowledge and the educational foundation to conduct evidence-based practice, engage in scholarly activities, and translate knowledge to improve the delivery of healthcare in Pennsylvania, the nation, and throughout the world.

As one of the nation's elite schools of nursing, Pitt Nursing receives millions of dollars in NIH grant funding each year, and U.S. News & World Report highly ranks multiple academic programs. A complete list of rankings for the School of Nursing can be found at:

About the University of Pittsburgh

Named a "New Ivy" by Forbes, the University of Pittsburgh is internationally recognized as a center of learning, innovation, and research. Pitt shares a campus with the world-class healthcare enterprise, UPMC. Collaboration between Pitt and UPMC results in an environment of interdisciplinary research and education, cutting-edge evidence-based practice, and an infrastructure that fosters career development and sustained successes.

Reasons to work at Pitt

The University offers exceptional benefits that include education benefits, health and wellness benefits, and a generous retirement plan. There are also generous tuition and educational benefits. Information about these and other benefits can be found on the University's HR website: Benefits | Human Resources | University of Pittsburgh

As part of your application, please provide a statement of your area of scholarship and why you believe you will be successful at Pitt Nursing.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

Assignment Category : Full-time regular

Bargaining Unit Eligibility : This position may be bargaining unit eligible

Campus : Pittsburgh

Child Protection Clearances : The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

Required Attachments : Curriculum Vitae, Other (see posting for additional details)