Research-Track Open Rank and Title Aerospace Extreme Environment

The College of Nursing at Texas A&M University is seeking a faculty member with experience in aerospace nursing and extreme environments for a fulltime (nontenure track) appointment in Bryan Texas. The position is a fulltime 9month appointment with a potential summer contract beginning in August 2024. Applicants will be considered for the titles of Research Assistant Professor Research Associate Professor or Research Professor depending on experience and qualifications. Rank and salary are commensurate with credentials and experience.

The College of Nursing offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Traditional Second degree and RN to BSN) MSNFamily Nurse Practitioner MSNNursing Education MSNForensic Nursing DNP graduate certificate in Forensic Health Care and PMHNP postgraduate certificate. Future plans include a PhD program an Aerospace Nursing and Extreme Environment Health Care program and additional graduate and postgraduate certificate programs. We are a growing college within Texas A&M University with programs located in Bryan Texas (primary location) Round Rock Texas and a new campus location in McAllen is planned for Spring 2026.

The College of Nursing is one of five colleges that comprise the Texas A&M Health Science Center. Drawing from our vast network of scientists educators and clinical partners we educate highly qualified graduates who are equipped to address the health needs of an everchanging population in Texas the nation and the world. Texas A&M University is located in the twin cities of Bryan and College Station TX. It is home to over 70000 students and is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities.

As a researchintensive position at a Tier One research university academic rank is commensurate with the candidates prior experience and record. We offer a competitive salary and benefits. Consideration will be given to applicants with a strong potential for or growing extramurally funded research programs. Candidates are expected to continue the development of or growth of their program of research and seek external funding while teaching and mentoring both students and fellow faculty. The role will play a significant role in contributing to the growing research scholarship and outreach of the college.

Responsibilities include:

Research/Scholarship

All research track faculty are expected to generate and disseminate new knowledge consistent with rank. General expectations include active participation in research and scholarship and dissemination through publications/presentations. Responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to the following research activities:

• Assists with and provides scientific direction for research studies relevant to aerospace nursing and extreme environment health care;
• Provides independent contribution to the development of original research proposals as coinvestigator or principal investigator;
• Secure salary support derived from successful grant funding;
• Supervises research personnel;
• Plans and executes research studies;
• Conducts advanced statistical analysis;
• Prepares and submits manuscripts for publication;
• Composes and presents research at conferences;
• Collaborates on interdisciplinary projects;
• Provides scholarship and research mentoring support to College of Nursing investigators in order to expand and advance the colleges research portfolio.

Service

All faculty are expected to participate in service activities to the University the college and to the profession. Additionally engagement in community service opportunities are encouraged.

Required Education:

Earned PhD or DNP degree

Required Experience:

Experience in research methodology and advanced statistical coursework with professional peerreviewed publications as a lead or colead author in the areas of aerospace and extreme environments.

Experience in research methodology advanced statistical coursework and professional peerreviewed publications as lead author or coauthor in the fields of aerospace extreme environments and policy implications. Research experience includes conducting and disseminating studies primarily focused on aerospace and extreme environments. Proficient in complex multivariate data analysis literature synthesis and writing scientific articles and reporting findings at a doctoral level.

Preferred Education and Experience:

Postdoctoral education preferred. Successful completion of a oneyear postdoctoral fellowship is preferred.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Strong writing public speaking and presentation skills.

Ability to lead as well as to function as a strong collaborator on interprofessional teams.

Highly organized.

Professional demeanor.

Ability to multitask and establish effective working relationships.

Knowledge and understanding of the mission and role of the Land Grant University System.