Nursing: Tenure-Track Family Nurse Practitioner Faculty—JR10012127

POSITION:

The Department of Nursing is recruiting for one probationary tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor with Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) credentials and the disciplinary expertise needed to teach in undergraduate and graduate nursing programs. The appointment is for nine months (August through May), with the possibility of a summer appointment. Starts August 2027.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree from an accredited nursing program, Ph.D. in Nursing, or doctorate in a related field with a master’s degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program. Candidates near completion of the doctoral degree may be considered, contingent upon degree completion by the appointment start date.
• Unencumbered license as a registered nurse in the United States.
• Eligibility for immediate licensure as a registered nurse in Wisconsin.
• Current national certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC or FNP-C).
• Eligibility to meet all clinical agency requirements, including health care provider CPR certification, required immunizations, and other agency-mandated verifications.
• Satisfactory background check clearance in accordance with applicable state statutes and clinical agency requirements.
• Clinical practice experience relevant to assigned teaching responsibilities.
• Demonstrated potential for teaching, scholarship, and service consistent with expectations for a tenure-track appointment.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging through teaching, clinical practice, scholarship, service, and/or community engagement.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Teaching experience in undergraduate and/or graduate nursing programs.
• Professional clinical experience as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN).
• Experience teaching graduate nursing students in advanced practice nursing programs.
• Experience with clinical placement, preceptor collaboration, or graduate nursing clinical education.
• Evidence of scholarly activity, research, and/or professional dissemination.
• Demonstrated ability to integrate technology to enhance teaching and learning.
• Experience teaching in online, hybrid, simulation, and/or clinical learning environments.

DUTIES:

A typical faculty workload may include up to twenty-four (24) credits of undergraduate and graduate instruction per academic year delivered in face-to-face, hybrid, online, clinical, laboratory, and/or simulation settings.

The successful candidate will:

• Teach courses consistent with programmatic and departmental needs;
• Collaborate with faculty colleagues in curriculum design, implementation, evaluation, and continuous quality improvement within Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)-accredited programs;
• Engage in scholarly activity and/or research consistent with expectations for a tenure-track appointment;
• Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students;
• Participate in student recruitment, engagement, retention, and success initiatives;
• Participate in university, college, department, and professional service activities consistent with shared governance expectations;
• Maintain clinical and professional expertise relevant to assigned teaching responsibilities;
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with clinical and community partners;
• Pursue interdisciplinary teaching, scholarship, and community engagement opportunities as appropriate;
• Provide clinical supervision and evaluation of students in healthcare and community-based clinical settings;
• Teach and support student learning in simulation, laboratory, and clinical learning environments;
• Mentor and support graduate students in scholarly projects, evidence-based practice initiatives, and/or doctoral-level academic work consistent with program needs;
• Contribute to innovative academic, clinical, simulation, rural health, global learning, and community partnership initiatives.

The University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire supports student-centered learning, interdisciplinary collaboration, leadership development, shared governance, professional growth, and innovative partnerships with community agencies and healthcare organizations.

ABOUT US:

College

The College of Nursing advances the discipline through excellence in education, research, practice, and service. Guided by its core values of community, integrity, curiosity, and well-being, the college fosters a collaborative and student-centered environment that prepares nurses to lead, promote health, and improve health outcomes across populations and the lifespan.

Faculty and staff are committed to creating meaningful learning experiences that support professional growth, innovation, scholarship, and compassionate care. The college values interdisciplinary collaboration, community engagement, rural health initiatives, global learning opportunities, and partnerships that strengthen healthcare outcomes throughout Wisconsin and beyond.

Department

The Department of Nursing offers four degree programs: the traditional Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), the Bachelor of Science in Nursing Completion (BSNC), the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), and the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). All programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

Faculty engage in high-impact teaching, scholarship, clinical practice, and service that support student success and advance the profession of nursing. Opportunities exist for faculty and students to collaborate in faculty-mentored scholarly projects, simulation and clinical learning experiences, intercultural immersion opportunities, community-engaged partnerships, and innovative healthcare initiatives.

The university supports a culture of shared governance, lifelong learning, professional development, and inclusive excellence. Faculty benefit from strong institutional support for scholarship, interdisciplinary collaboration, and community partnerships.

For more information about the College of Nursing, visit UW–Eau Claire College of Nursing.

UNIVERSITY and EAU CLAIRE COMMUNITY:

UW-Eau Claire
The University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire is recognized for excellence in teaching, student-centered learning, and meaningful faculty-student collaboration. Consistently ranked among the top public regional universities in the Midwest by U.S. News & World Report, UW–Eau Claire is known for strong academic programs, high-impact learning experiences, and exceptional value.

Faculty and staff are deeply committed to teaching, scholarship, innovation, and community engagement. The university fosters a collaborative environment that supports interdisciplinary work, shared governance, professional development, and inclusive excellence. A hallmark of the UW–Eau Claire experience is the emphasis on faculty mentorship and undergraduate research, providing students with opportunities to engage in scholarly, creative, and professional projects alongside faculty mentors.

Located in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, the university offers a vibrant campus community with strong regional partnerships, access to outdoor recreation and the arts, and a high quality of life. UW–Eau Claire graduates are recognized for leadership, critical thinking, and contributions to their professions and communities.

For more information about UW–Eau Claire, visit University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire About Page.

Eau Claire
Eau Claire offers the advantages of a vibrant regional community with strong healthcare, business, arts, and educational partnerships that support professional, scholarly, and community-engaged opportunities for faculty and students. Located in western Wisconsin at the confluence of the Eau Claire and Chippewa Rivers, the city combines a collaborative community atmosphere with a growing arts, culture, and outdoor recreation scene.

With a population of approximately 67,500 and convenient access to the Minneapolis–St. Paul metropolitan area, approximately 90 miles west, Eau Claire offers a high quality of life with opportunities for year-round recreation, community events, and regional engagement. Residents enjoy extensive parks and trail systems, local festivals, performing arts, live music, and seasonal outdoor activities throughout all four seasons.

The Eau Claire community values creativity, innovation, wellness, and civic engagement, making it an attractive place to live, work, and learn.

For more information about Eau Claire, visit https://www.visiteauclaire.com/.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: 
Applications must be submitted electronically through the UW–Eau Claire Employment Opportunities Page. Applicants will need to create an account or log in to an existing account to apply for the position.

To apply, search for the position titled Nursing: Tenure-Track Faculty (Eau Claire, WI) (Job ID #10012127).

Complete applications must include the following materials in PDF format:

• Letter of application;
• Curriculum vitae;
• Unofficial graduate transcript(s);
• Copy of current RN license;
• Names and contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without advance notice to candidates.

Please direct requests for additional information to:

Dr. Theresa Dachel
dachelta@uwec.edu

To ensure full consideration, completed applications must be received by October 15, 2026. Screening may continue until the position is filled.

Employment will require a criminal background check. Final candidates and their references will also be required to answer questions regarding past conduct related to sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The university reserves the right to contact additional references, with notice provided to candidates at an appropriate stage of the search process.

Applicants may request confidentiality in writing. In accordance with Wisconsin Open Records Law, the identities of applicants who request confidentiality will not be disclosed except as required by law or for the successful candidate. See Wis. Stat. § 19.36(7).

The University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire Police Department is committed to maintaining a safe learning and working environment. Information regarding campus safety, security, and fire statistics is available in the university’s:

• Annual Security and Fire Report
• Clery Compliance Policy

The University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire is an AA/EEO employer.