Associate Professor of Nursing

Yale University

Description

The Yale School of Nursing (YSN) invites exceptional candidates to apply for a Tenured Associate Professor position in the Traditional Track. As a globally recognized leader in nursing science and innovation, YSN fosters an interdisciplinary and collaborative research environment dedicated to advancing health, transforming care, and shaping policy.

Our faculty drive high-impact research and discovery in key areas, including Oncology, Workforce Development, Precision Wellness, Global Health, Technology & AI in Healthcare, Midwifery & Women’s Health, Gerontology, and Healthy Aging.

Faculty Expectations

YSN faculty are expected to:

  • Sustain high-impact, extramurally funded research programs.

  • Advance nursing science through groundbreaking scholarship.

  • Demonstrate excellence in teaching and mentorship.

Successful candidates will be internationally recognized thought leaders with a distinguished record of funded research, peer-reviewed publications, and global influence in their field.

Priority Research Areas

We particularly welcome applications from scholars in:

  • Technology & AI in Healthcare

  • Gerontology

  • Precision Wellness

  • Midwifery & Women’s Health

  • Global and Planetary Health

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead pioneering research that shapes nursing science and health policy.

  • Advance nursing education through outstanding teaching and mentorship.

  • Foster interdisciplinary collaborations within Yale and across the globe.

  • Expand YSN’s research portfolio and enhance its national and international impact.

Why Yale?

  • Competitive salary and start-up package

  • Comprehensive benefits (health insurance, retirement, tuition assistance)

  • World-class research and teaching resources

  • Vibrant academic community committed to advancing health for all

  • Hub for interdisciplinary collaboration with scholars across Yale University

Qualifications

  • PhD in Nursing or a related field with an outstanding research record.

  • Established national and international leadership in nursing science.

  • Proven success in securing extramural research funding.

  • Eligibility for appointment as a Tenured Full Professor (per the Yale Faculty Handbook).

  • Commitment to advancing health and nursing education as fundamental pillars of healthcare.

Application Instructions

Apply via Interfolio: http://apply.interfolio.com/164038
For inquiries, contact: Dr. David Vlahov | david.vlahov@yale.edu

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Join Us at YSN

This is an extraordinary opportunity to shape the future of nursing science at one of the world’s most esteemed institutions. If you are a leader in nursing research and education, we invite you to apply and become part of YSN’s transformative work.

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