The School of Nursing is committed to sustaining an inclusive environment that embraces, celebrates and benefits from the uniqueness of each of our community members. This commitment is based on our belief that the dignity of each human being is to be respected and nurtured. We value each individual’s unique attributes, behaviors and values, recognizing that each of us is influenced by our environment, social norms, cultural values, past experiences, religious beliefs and life choices. Since we also believe that human beings exist in relation to one another, the emphasis on community building and celebration of differences serves to strengthen our ties to one another.
Statement of Diversity | Academic Philosophy
DUSON is at the forefront of nursing education, and the recruitment of outstanding individuals to its faculty is paramount to the continued fulfillment of the School's educational priorities and in its mission to advance nursing science and prepare future nursing leaders. We invite the best and brightest educators, practitioners and researchers to consider our faculty opportunities.
The School's Faculty Search Committee considers applications in light of a specific faculty opportunity. All applicants should reference the faculty opportunity (listed below) that she/he is interested in pursuing in their letter of interest.
Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Faculty
The Duke University School of Nursing (DUSON) invites applications from doctorally-prepared candidates who are Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioners (AG-ACNP) for a full-time faculty position with teaching responsibilities within the School’s Accelerated Bachelor of Science (ABSN) and Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) programs. Well-qualified candidates should be a board-certified AG-ACNP, have current and relevant clinical expertise and experience as an Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner. The applicant should demonstrate a commitment to teaching in ABSN and MSN programs. The delivery of the ABSN curriculum is via face-to-face on-campus courses and the MSN program is offered in a distance-based format with intensive on-campus sessions. Candidates will have a minimum of two years of experience as Registered Nurse and a minimum of two years of experience as an AG-ACNP in an acute care setting. A minimum of two years of experience teaching is desired. Desirable candidates will also show evidence of a developing program of scholarship and dissemination. Faculty appointment for this position will be made at the Assistant or Associate Professor level on Track II (a non-tenure earning practice/clinical track) depending on candidate’s qualifications. For more information about this position and application instructions, click here.
Assistant Dean for Clinical Innovation and Practice Partnerships
The Duke University School of Nursing (DUSON) invites applications from doctorally-prepared candidates for the newly created position of Assistant Dean for Clinical Practice Initiatives (AsstD-CIPP). The AsstD-CIPP will provide leadership for DUSON’s vision to provide and promote unparalleled clinical expertise and will be responsible for ensuring that the clinical initiatives of the School are conducted in a creative, efficient, and responsible manner, consistent with state and national rules and regulations that govern clinical practice. A major emphasis of the role includes development and maintenance of strong relationships with Duke University, Duke University Health System, and community practice partners whereby DUSON can lead and participate in the development of innovative models of care delivery, while also creating opportunities for DUSON faculty practice and student education. For more information about this position and application instructions click here.
Associate Professor, Tenure Track
The Duke University School of Nursing (DUSON) invites applications from faculty candidates with a career commitment to research, teaching and leadership in the field for a position with the School. Candidates eligible for this position will have a demonstrated program of funded scientific research, particularly in the areas of precision health/genetics or data science. Those whose research aligns with other priorities in the school’s strategic plan will also be considered (DUSON Strategic Plan DUSON Research Priorities ). Strong preference will be given to candidates who have a track record of current federal funding as principal investigator. Teaching contributions are expected as is continued research productivity. Faculty appointments will be made at the Associate Professor rank on the tenure-earning track. PhD (or DNSc) preparation is required. For more information about this position and application instructions, click here.
Distinguished Professor
The Duke University School of Nursing (DUSON) invites applications from senior nurse scientists with a consistent history of federal funding over a sustained period of time demonstrating a well-established program of research. Successful candidates will have a PhD or DNSc and will be a highly accomplished federally-funded nurse researcher with evidence of strong potential for continued funding. Teaching contributions and research mentorship are expected, as are continued research productivity and scholarly contributions. Eligible candidates must currently be at the rank of professor and eligible for appointment at the rank of tenured Distinguished Professor at Duke University. For more information about this position and application instructions click here.