Tenure-line Nurse Faculty Position
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing
Start Date of August 2010

The Illinois Wesleyan University School of Nursing faculty invite applications for a tenure-line position in psychiatric-mental health nursing. Faculty members will have primary responsibility for theoretical nursing content in the classroom and clinical teaching. Other opportunities include teaching university students within the health curriculum.

Illinois Wesleyan is a nationally ranked, small, private, undergraduate liberal arts university with highly-selective admission criteria and a tradition of teaching excellence. Scholarly productivity is supported including collaborative research with faculty and students.  The University community prides itself on rapport among students, faculty, and staff.

Consistent with the University's mission that emphasizes integration of liberal arts and professional education, the School of Nursing strives for excellence in undergraduate nursing education by preparing practitioners with a strong theoretical foundation in nursing. Graduates are known for their leadership potential. Curricular initiatives include emphasis on global health, health disparities, and social justice. See http://www2.iwu.edu/nursing for further information.

QUALIFICATIONS
Expertise in psychiatric-mental health nursing; master’s degree in nursing, and an earned doctorate completed by August 2010 required. Strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching.

ACADEMIC RANK/SALARY
Appointment at the Assistant Professor rank anticipated. Exceptional candidates at the rank of Associate Professor will be considered.

APPLICATIONS
Review of applications will begin December 7 and will continue until the positions are filled. Applicants should address any potential contributions they can make to the University initiative through their teaching, scholarship, or service in the letter of application. Vitae and three references are also required.

Dr. Victoria N. Folse
Director and Chair, Search Committee
Illinois Wesleyan University
P.O. Box 2900, Bloomington, IL 61702-2900
(309) 556-3051      FAX (309) 556-3043
vfolse@iwu.edu

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