University of Texas at Austin

<h4>Description</h4>
The University of Texas at Austin School of Nursing invites applications for a senior faculty position in oncology nursing science. We seek an accomplished, nationally recognized nurse scientist with an established program of externally funded research and a strong record of scholarship, mentorship, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
The successful candidate will be appointed at the rank of tenured Professor, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Exceptional candidates currently at the associate professor level who demonstrate a record consistent with advancement to professor at The University of Texas at Austin are also encouraged to apply.
The University of Texas at Austin offers an exceptional environment for interdisciplinary research and collaboration. Faculty have opportunities to engage with scholars, clinicians, and research teams across the University and its numerous research centers and institutes. The University supports more than 3,500 externally sponsored projects, 150 dedicated research units and centers, and annual research funding exceeding $500 million. The School of Nursing offers BSN, MSN, PhD, and DNP degrees in nursing. Additionally, the School has an alternate entry MSN for persons with baccalaureate degrees outside of nursing, and an accelerated BSN to PhD option and BSN to DNP options. The School is committed to advancing nursing science through innovative research, education, clinical practice, and service.
The University of Texas at Austin is located in the capitol of Texas. Austin is widely recognized as an innovative and dynamic city offering a high quality of life, abundant cultural and recreational opportunities, and thriving academic, healthcare, and technology sectors. The city has been consistently rated a national creative center that draws talented people from across the world. As an added benefit, the children of professional nurse faculty who are under the age of 25 years are eligible for a full tuition waiver at The University of Texas at Austin.
<h4>Qualifications</h4>
Successful Candidates are Expected To:
<ul>
<li>Maintain and advance a nationally recognized, externally funded program of research focused on oncology, cancer prevention, cancer care, cancer survivorship, symptom science, health outcomes, or other areas relevant to oncology nursing and cancer science.</li>
<li>Pursue and sustain competitive extramural research funding from federal agencies, foundations, and other sponsors.</li>
<li>Produce high-impact scholarship and contribute to the advancement of oncology nursing science.</li>
<li>Develop interdisciplinary collaborations within the School of Nursing and across The University of Texas at Austin and the broader healthcare and research community.</li>
<li>Mentor junior faculty, postdoctoral scholars, doctoral students, and other emerging nurse scientists.</li>
<li>Teach and advise graduate and/or undergraduate students consistent with the needs of the School and the candidate’s expertise.</li>
<li>Provide leadership and service to the School of Nursing, the University, the community, and the profession.</li>
</ul>
Required Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Earned research doctorate in nursing or closely related field.</li>
<li>An established record of scholarship appropriate for appointment with tenure at the rank of Professor at The University of Texas at Austin</li>
<li>A strong record of peer-reviewed, data-based publications</li>
<li>A demonstrated record of securing and successfully managing extramural research funding.</li>
<li>Evidence of successful mentoring of students, junior faculty, postdoctoral scholars, and/or other researchers.</li>
</ul>
Preferred Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>An active program of federally funded research.</li>
<li>A sustained record of NIH or other major extramural research funding.</li>
<li>Record of leadership in interdisciplinary cancer or oncology research initiatives.</li>
<li>Experience building collaborative research teams and mentoring emerging investigators.</li>
<li>Research that complements and expands existing strengths within the School of Nursing and University</li>
<li>Eligibility for RN licensure in the State of Texas</li>
</ul>
<h4>Application Instructions</h4>
Applicants should upload a Letter of Interest (LOI) and Curriculum Vitae (CV) via Interfolio.
Materials should be addressed to:
Kavita Radhakrishnan, PhD, MSEE, RN, FAAN
Dean
Laura Lee Blanton Chair in Nursing
School of Nursing
The University of Texas at Austin
<h4>Equal Employment Opportunity Statement</h4>
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Tenured Professor (Oncology Nursing)

Tenured Professor (Oncology Nursing)

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