Academic Specialist, College of Nursing, Full Time
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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, more than 11,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”
With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, three straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals nearly $1.8 billion.
About The College of Nursing
The College of Nursing has been providing students and alumni with experiences that extend beyond the classroom for over 130 years. Among the oldest nursing schools in the country, the UC College of Nursing has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients. Our mission is to develop nurse leaders who are empowered to generate, explore and apply nursing knowledge for evolving health care environments. If you have a passion for nursing and developing the future nurses that will lead in healthcare come join our college and contribute to our mission. UC Nurses. We See Leaders.
Job Overview
The College of Nursing is seeking a dynamic and supportive professional to meet the college's core values (ICARE): Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Excellence in working directly with nursing students. The Academic Specialist will improve Nursing students' academic performance through the delivery of a wide range of instructional support and intervention services with a focus on assessment of learning outcomes. The selected candidate will report to the Sr Assistant Dean of Student Affairs.
Essential Functions
• Assess students' academic needs and proficiency, connect students to appropriate resources, and provide ongoing support as needed.
• Liaison with campus Accessibility Resources.
• Coordinate with faculty, advisors and staff to provide and support innovative programs that help students succeed.
• Coordinate tutoring for students of all skills levels needing remedial instruction assistance.
• Ensure policies and procedures are in place to address academic integrity.
• Serve as liaison between faculty/other department personnel and students to coordinate approved absences.
• May assist faculty to create assessment rubrics and set attainment targets for the different course learning outcomes.
• May work with students on individualized educational plans and on development of learning skills.
• May work with students to identify accommodations needed to meet learning skills.
• May provide direct and/or indirect supervision to exempt and non-exempt staff (i.e., hiring/firing, performance evaluations, disciplinary action, approve time off, etc.).
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at anytime.
Required Education
Bachelors of Nursing Degree-BSN
Required Trainings/Certifications
Valid unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) License
Required Experience
Three (3) years of relevant experience to include previous teaching or tutoring experience.
Additional Qualifications Considered
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
Teaching experience in the clinical or classroom environment
Application Process
A Resume and Cover letter are required and must be submitted as part of the online application process.
Applications without the required documents will not be reviewed.
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
- Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.
Compensation and Benefits
UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.
- Competitive salary range of $75,000 to $80,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience.
- Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage depending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
- Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
- Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
- Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
- Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.
For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu.
The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Academic Specialist, College of Nursing, Full Time
Cincinnati, OH, US
Nearest Major Market: Cincinnati
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