Assistant Professor of Nurse Anesthesia-Assistant Program Director, with Clinical Coordination responsibilitiesUniversity of Mobile

College and/or School (if applicable): Celia Wallace College of Health Professions

Department (if applicable): School of Nurse Anesthesia

Employment Status:

Full-time or part-time (PT is less than 30 hrs. per week): Full-Time, 12-month

FLSA Status (exempt or non-exempt): Exempt

Salaried or Hourly: Salaried

Reports to: Dean of the School of Nurse Anesthesia

 Work Schedule: Equivalent of 30 hours/week as directed by the Dean of the School of Nurse Anesthesia and the Dean of the Celia Wallace College of Health Professions with attendance at University functions as noted in Service and Collaboration section below. You will have an annual teaching load of 12 hours (0.5 FTE) and a professional practice release of 12 hours per year.

Job Description: Reporting directly to the Dean of the School of Nurse Anesthesia and the University Administration, the Assistant Professor of Nurse Anesthesia-Assistant Program Director, with Clinical Coordination responsibilities will play a pivotal role in advancing academic excellence and fostering clinical expertise in nurse anesthesia.

Position Qualifications (Educational credentials, skills and abilities):

• Christian who is an active member in local church and who eagerly supports the University’s doctrinal statement, the Statement of Christian Affirmation (UM Christian Affirmation).
• Doctorally prepared CRNA experientially qualified to assist the DNAP (CRNA) program director/administrator and, if required, assume leadership responsibilities for the program. (Doctoral degree must have been earned at an institution of higher education accredited by an agency officially recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education to accredit institutions at the time the degree was conferred.)
• Must hold a current license or privilege to practice as a registered professional nurse and/or APRN in the state of Alabama.
• Must hold current certification or recertification by the National Board of Certification and Recertification of Nurse Anesthetists.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of environmental issues that may influence the program and nurse anesthesia practice by engaging in professional development.
• Must have experience in high-fidelity simulation labs.
• Demonstrate commitment to mentorship at the graduate level.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective collaboration with students, colleagues, and clinical partners.
• Ability to balance academic, clinical, and service responsibilities.

Position Responsibilities: 

• Demonstrates the Imago Dei of Christ (Gen 1:26) in all aspects of one’s professional role, personal interactions and community relations.
• Assistant Program Director responsibilities
  • Provides leadership support to ensure COA compliance, program continuity, and administrative coverage in the absence of the Program Director.
  • Assists in academic oversight, including curriculum coordination, faculty support, and student progression.
  • Assists in program planning, evaluation, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Clinical Coordination responsibilities
  • manages the clinical training for Nurse Anesthesia students, ensuring they meet accreditation standards
    • handles student placement at clinical sites including schedule rotations
    • evaluates student performance
    • ensures site compliance
    • serves as a liaison between the University and clinical partners
  • Teaching and Curriculum Development
    • Deliver course content with a focus on pediatric anesthesia.
    • Teach additional topics as assigned by the SONA Dean.
    • Develop innovative educational materials and curricula tailored to meet the needs of the nurse anesthesia program.
  • Advising and Mentorship
    • Provide academic advising to students within the SONA program.
    • Mentor doctoral students in the development, implementation, and dissemination of service projects.
  • Service and Collaboration
    • Participate in University committees, events (including graduation), and initiatives.
    • Contribute to program development, accreditation processes, and other institutional activities.
  • Clinical Practice
    • Maintain a regular clinical practice to ensure the integration of current, evidence-based practices into teaching and program development.
  • Scholarship and Academic Inquiry
    • Engage in scholarly activities that contribute to the advancement of nurse anesthesia and related fields.
  • Fulfills additional responsibilities as assigned by the Dean of the College of Health Professions and the Vice President for Academic Administration.

TO APPLY: Applicants must submit all application materials below to the Dean of the School of Nurse Anesthesia, Dr. Hunter Speeg at mspeeg@umobile.edu

Application Materials

• A letter of interest
• A UM Faculty application form
• Curriculum vita
• Unofficial transcripts for application (if hired, official transcripts must be sent from the issuing institution to facultytranscripts@umobile.edu )

The University of Mobile reserves the right to change, alter, add or combine responsibilities at any time.

In accordance with Employment At-Will policy of the University as noted in the Employee Handbook, this job description is not construed as a contract of employment or any part of any contract of employment or as a guarantee that employment or any benefit will be continued for any period of time.