Associate Professor, Project & Practicums - Online DNP Program

About the role

Chamberlain University, the largest nursing school in the country, is hiring an Associate Professor, Project & Practicums for its online Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program. The role supports students during the practicum and project implementation phases, guides them through project execution, works with preceptors and site partners, oversees practicum requirements and contributes to continuous improvement of the DNP curriculum. It is a full-time, remote position.

Key responsibilities

• Teach and facilitate DNP practicum and project-focused coursework in an online environment and mentor students applying evidence-based practice to complex healthcare, leadership, quality, systems and organizational challenges.
• Guide students through project milestones, timelines and outcomes, and give timely feedback on project plans, implementation, evaluation methods, scholarly writing and dissemination.
• Monitor student progress and intervene early when challenges arise.
• Work with preceptors and practice site partners, verify project implementation and practicum hours, and ensure compliance with university, accreditation and program requirements.
• Serve as course lead for NR707 and other doctoral-level courses, coach visiting professors and help standardize delivery, grading and student engagement.
• Contribute to curriculum enhancement, course redevelopment and quality improvement, and serve on program committees and national academic committees.

Required profile

• DNP with significant project development, implementation and evaluation experience preferred; PhD in Nursing considered.
• At least two years of experience supporting, mentoring, teaching or leading DNP projects.
• Prior graduate or doctoral nursing teaching experience preferred; experience as course lead, faculty leader or program coordinator preferred.
• Experience with practicum programs, preceptors or clinical partnerships strongly preferred.
• Active, unencumbered Illinois RN license required; multistate licensure preferred.

Required skills

• Deep understanding of DNP project methodology and practice-focused doctoral education.
• Expertise in project implementation, outcomes evaluation and systems-level improvement.
• Strong leadership, coaching and mentoring abilities.