Louise Herrington School of Nursing

Chartered in 1845 by the Republic of Texas, Baylor University is the oldest university in Texas and the world’s largest Baptist University. Baylor's mission is to educate men and women for worldwide leadership and service by integrating academic excellence and Christian commitment within a caring community. Baylor is actively recruiting new faculty with a strong commitment to the classroom and an equally strong commitment to discovering new knowledge as Baylor aspires to become a top tier research university while reaffirming and strengthening its distinctive Christian mission as described in Pro Futuris.

We invite you to come discover the vision and excitement at Baylor as we seek to fill the following positions in the Louise Herrington School of Nursing.


The Louise Herrington School of Nursing is located in Dallas on the campus of the Baylor University Medical Center, where students complete their upper division coursework. Established in 1909, the School of Nursing has an outstanding reputation based on excellent faculty, curriculum and students and is committed to providing our students with premier education and clinical experiences in a faith-based environment.


Tracking ID#: F008389

POSITION: Associate Dean for Research and Scholarship, with the rank of Associate to Full Professor

QUALIFICATIONS: Doctoral education and research agenda required and rank is dependent upon experience and scholarly achievement. Excellent opportunities for collaborative research with area healthcare agencies exist. Administrative experience in research, grants, and/or graduate studies is preferred. Selected candidate will have a successful record of funding and scholarship and an academic record that is consistent with appointment as tenured Associate or Full Professor. Outstanding communication and leadership skills are necessary to communicate and implement the vision, mission and strategic goals of the School and University. Earned doctorate in nursing is preferred and candidate must be eligible for licensure to practice professional nursing in the State of Texas.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsibilities include research, service to the university, the faculty member's professional field, and the community and as well as select teaching. In addition, the successful candidate will:

• Develop and implement policies and processes that promote and enhance research

• Mentor and assist faculty as they develop research programs

• Provide support and resources for faculty and student researchers including proposal development, grant administration and regulatory oversight

• Expand federal research funding

• Build relationships with local, national and international foundations and grantors

• Effectively manage processes related to grant and contract submission and management

• Maintain scholarship and a funded program of research and serve as a scholarly role model

• Promote collaborative interdisciplinary research with healthcare and academic partners

RANK AND SALARY: Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Applications will be reviewed beginning November 1, 2012 and will be accepted until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, your application must be completed by December 1, 2012.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Please submit a letter of application, current curriculum vitae, and unofficial transcripts. Include names, addresses, and phone numbers of three individuals from whom you have requested letters of recommendation and a list of schools that will be sending official transcripts. Mail all application materials to:

Rebecca A. Robbins, M.Ed.
Manager of Business & Fiscal Operations
Baylor University
Louise Herrington School of Nursing
3700 Worth Street
Dallas, Texas 75246
Phone: (214)820-3365

Materials may be submitted electronically to: Rebecca_Robbins@baylor.edu


Tracking ID#: F008250

POSITION: Assistant to Full Professor

QUALIFICATIONS: Doctoral education and active research agenda required for tenure track appointments. Excellent opportunities for collaborative research with area healthcare agencies exist. Candidates must be eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Texas.

Desired specialty areas: Pediatrics, Obstetrics, Geriatrics, Psych and Medical-Surgical

RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsibilities include Teaching and its related scholarly work; research; and service to the university, the faculty member's professional field, and the community. The areas of responsibility will vary according to the faculty member's specialty area and specific assignment.

RANK AND SALARY: Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Applications will be reviewed beginning November 1, 2012 and will be accepted until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, your application must be completed by December 1, 2012.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Please submit a letter of application, current curriculum vitae, and unofficial transcripts. Include names, addresses, and phone numbers of three individuals from whom you have requested letters of recommendation and a list of schools that will be sending official transcripts. Mail application materials to:

Rebecca A. Robbins, M.Ed.
Manager of Business & Fiscal Operations
Baylor University
Louise Herrington School of Nursing
3700 Worth Street
Dallas, Texas 75246

Materials may be submitted electronically to: Rebecca_Robbins@baylor.edu


Tracking ID#: F008390

POSITION: Assistant to Full Professor

QUALIFICATIONS: Doctoral education and active research agenda required for tenure track appointments. Excellent opportunities for collaborative research with area healthcare agencies exist. Candidates must be eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Texas.

Desired specialty areas: Pediatrics, Obstetrics, Geriatrics, Psych and Medical-Surgical

RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsibilities include Teaching and its related scholarly work; research; and service to the university, the faculty member's professional field, and the community. The areas of responsibility will vary according to the faculty member's specialty area and specific assignment.

RANK AND SALARY: Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Applications will be reviewed beginning November 1, 2012 and will be accepted until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, your application must be completed by December 1, 2012.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Please submit a letter of application, current curriculum vitae, and unofficial transcripts. Include names, addresses, and phone numbers of three individuals from whom you have requested letters of recommendation and a list of schools that will be sending official transcripts. Mail application materials to:

Rebecca A. Robbins, M.Ed.
Manager of Business & Fiscal Operations
Baylor University
Louise Herrington School of Nursing
3700 Worth Street
Dallas, Texas 75246

Materials may be submitted electronically to: Rebecca_Robbins@baylor.edu


Tracking ID#: F008251

POSITION: Lecturer

QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree in nursing is required, Doctoral degree preferred. In addition, Candidates must:

• hold a current license or privilege to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Texas

• show evidence of teaching abilities

• show evidence of maintaining current knowledge, clinical expertise, and safety in subject area of teaching responsibility.

• scholarship

Desired specialty areas: Pediatrics, Obstetrics, Geriatrics, Psych and Medical-Surgical

RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsibilities include Teaching and its related scholarly work; research; and service to the university, the faculty member's professional field, and the community. The areas of responsibility will vary according to the faculty member's specialty area and specific assignment.

RANK AND SALARY: Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Applications will be reviewed beginning November 1, 2012 and will be accepted until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, your application must be completed by November 1, 2012.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Please submit a letter of application, current curriculum vitae, and unofficial transcripts. Include names, addresses, and phone numbers of three individuals from whom you have requested letters of recommendation and a list of schools that will be sending official transcripts. Mail application materials to:

Rebecca A. Robbins, M.Ed.
Manager of Business & Fiscal Operations
Baylor University
Louise Herrington School of Nursing
3700 Worth Street
Dallas, Texas 75246

Materials may be submitted electronically to: Rebecca_Robbins@baylor.edu


Baylor is a Baptist University affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, Baylor encourages minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities to apply.