Midwestern University’s Graduate Nursing Programs (GNP) in Glendale, Arizona, invites applications for a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. The Graduate Nursing Programs include two Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) programs, two Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) programs with a concentration in either Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Nurse Executive, and a Nurse Leadership in Global Health program.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Program Director and other GNP faculty to develop and teach courses in the DNP and MSN Nurse Leadership programs. The faculty may be asked to teach courses (as applicable and only if within his/her scope) in the MSN Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner program as well. The ideal candidate will possess proven experience with curriculum development and teaching in MSN and DNP programs, mentoring students and faculty, and familiarity with graduate nursing program accreditation requirements. Additional faculty responsibilities include scholarly activities, student advisement, and service.

Midwestern University is an independent, not-for-profit university that provides graduate and postgraduate education in the health sciences. Midwestern University has two campuses, one in Glendale, Arizona, and a second campus in Downers Grove, Illinois. The Glendale campus includes the College of Health Sciences, Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine, College of Pharmacy-Glendale, College of Dental Medicine-Arizona, Arizona College of Optometry, College of Veterinary Medicine, College of Graduate Studies, and the Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine. The College of Health Sciences includes programs in Cardiovascular Perfusion, Clinical Psychology, Nurse Anesthesia, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant Studies, Speech Pathology, and the new Graduate Nursing Programs.

Qualified applicants must possess an unencumbered Arizona registered nursing (RN) license or nursing compact/multi-state privileges, a Ph.D., DNP, or equivalent post-professional doctorate degree, and at least two years of experience as an academic nurse leader.

Applicants should also possess strong organization, communication, and interpersonal skills and a profound passion for educating future nurse leaders. Salary and benefits are competitive for this tenure-track position.  Please submit your application packet through MWU's online job board.

Your online profile should include:

• A cover letter (upload as an attachment)


• Your Curriculum Vitae (upload as an attachment)


• Two professional letters of recommendation (upload as an attachment)


• A completed application (you will be prompted to complete the online application)

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Dr. Pamela Love. 

Pamela Love, Ph.D., MSN, RN, CNE

Program Director/Professor

19555 N. 59th Avenue Glendale, AZ 85308

Email: plove@midwestern.edu

Midwestern University is a private, not-for-profit organization that provides graduate and post-graduate education in the health sciences. The University has two campuses, one in Downers Grove, Illinois and the other in Glendale, Arizona. More than 6,000 full-time students are enrolled in graduate programs in osteopathic medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physician assistant studies, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nurse anesthesia, cardiovascular perfusion, podiatry, optometry, clinical psychology, speech language pathology, biomedical sciences and veterinary medicine. Over 500 full-time faculty members and 400 staff members are dedicated to the education and development of our students in an environment that encourages learning, respect for all members of the health care team, service, interdisciplinary scholarly activity, and personal growth.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance plans as well as life insurance, short/long term disability and pet insurance.  We offer flexible spending accounts including healthcare reimbursement and child/dependent care account.  We offer a work life balance with competitive time off package including paid holiday’s, sick/flex days, personal days and vacation days.  We offer a 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, child care subsidy reimbursement program, identity theft protection and an employee assistance program.  Wellness is important to us and we offer a wellness facility on-site with a fully equipped fitness facility. 

Midwestern University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not discriminate against an employee or applicant based upon race; color; religion; creed; national origin or ancestry; ethnicity; sex (including pregnancy); gender (including gender expressions, gender identity; and sexual orientation); marital status; age; disability; citizenship; past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services; genetic information; or any other protected class, in accord with
all federal, state and local laws, including 41 C.F.R. 60-1.4(a), 250.5(a), 300.5(a) and 741.5(a). Midwestern University complies with the Smoke-Free Arizona Act (A.R.S. 36-601.01) and the Smoke Free Illinois Act (410 ILCS 82/).  Midwestern University complies with the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 and Arizona Equal Pay Acts.