Lecturer, College of Nursing

Job Title :

Lecturer, College of Nursing

Requisition Number : FE04581

Working Title : Lecturer

Department Name :

7E100 : NURSING INSTRUCTION

Work Location : Lexington, KY

Type of Position : Faculty

Position Time Status :

Full-Time

Tenure Track Status :

Non-Tenure Track

Required Education :

Required education is an MSN and / or a DNP, EdD or PhD.

Required Related Experience :

Required education is an MSN and / or a DNP, EdD or PhD. Minimum of 3 years of nursing education experience at the collegiate level. Demonstrated commitment to student-centered teaching and academic advising. Knowledge of best practices in student persistence, success strategies, and adaptative instructional methods. Experience using data and educational technology to support student learning and track academic progress.

Required License / Registration / Certification :

Unencumbered Kentucky RN license (or eligibility for licensure). Minimum of three years of nursing education experience at the collegiate level.

Job Summary :

The University of Kentucky, College of Nursing Undergraduate Program is seeking a Lecturer Title Series (tenure-ineligible) Lecturer. This position is a 10-month appointment (August 1-May 31) with an anticipated Distribution of Effort of about 90% Teaching and Advising, and 10% Service / Professional Development which will be reviewed annually. We anticipate a start date of August 1, 2025, but not later than October 1, 2025.

This position, onsite, and based in Lexington, KY, will assist and resource the Undergraduate programs within the College of Nursing. The primary focus of this position is to a focus on student achievement and development in the undergraduate nursing program. This position aims to enhance student retention, progression, and graduation rates through evidence-based teaching, advising, and mentorship strategies. Knowledge of best practices in student persistence, success strategies, and adaptative instructional methods preferred. The candidate should have demonstrated a commitment to student centered teaching and academic advising. Experience using data and educational technology to support student learning and track student academic progress.

The candidate is expected to bring expertise in nursing education, academic support strategies, and data-informed approaches to improving student outcomes. This position is expected to collaborate with academic advisors, faculty, and student support services to identify students needing support, design targeted interventions and participate in curriculum development and continuous program improvement efforts focused on retention and progression. Faculty member is expected to engage in scholarly activities related to nursing education and student retention and contribute to the College’s strategic initiative to close the gaps in student outcomes. This role will also support accreditation and program evaluation processes through data collection, analysis, and reporting related to student outcomes. A portion of effort will be dedicated to the UKHC CCNE accreditation of the residency program and the College of Nursing.

The required education is an MSN and / or a DNP, EdD or PhD. Experience with curriculum development and outcomes-based education. Experience in providing academic support to a broad range of learners preferred. An active unencumbered Kentucky license as a registered nurse and a minimum of 2 years of related professional clinical practice nursing experience within the last 5 years is required.

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Employment at UK is subject to fund availability and includes a comprehensive benefits package that supports employee well-being and career development. Leadership is committed to promoting work life integration. The university generously contributes to employees’ retirement plans, medical coverage, and life insurance. Additional optional benefits include dental and vision insurance, supplemental retirement plans, and much more. To learn more about these benefits, click here .

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities :

Demonstrated commitment to student-centered teaching and academic advising. Knowledge of best practices in student persistence, success strategies, and adaptative instructional methods. Experience using data and educational technology to support student learning and track academic progress.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :

No

Preferred Education / Experience :

Experience with curriculum development and outcomes-based education. Expertise in providing academic support to a broad range of learners.

Open Until Filled : Yes

Our University Community :

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and / or drug screen.