This faculty position involves teaching graduate-level didactic and clinical courses, mentoring graduate students in clinical projects, and engaging in nursing scholarship. Additionally, the role requires active participation in college councils and professional organizations to promote collegiality and academic growth.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold an MS in Nursing (DNP preferred), a Utah APRN license, and FNP board certification. A minimum of two years of experience as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse is required.
Date: September 2, 2026 *NOTE: Last day to apply is Tuesday, September 1, 2026 @ 11:59 p.m.
Position
Start
Date: 1
July 2027
Required
Degree: MS in Nursing required. DNP may be preferred even without a MS in Nursing. Upon hire, a Utah license as an APRN and board certification as an FNP are required. The required degree must be completed by the start date.
Experience
A minimum of 2 years of experience as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse is required. Preference may be given for experience as an Family Nurse Practitioner or closely related field and/or experience teaching nursing at the graduate level.
Duties/Expectations: This professional track faculty position will consist of approximately 70% teaching, 15% citizenship, and 15% scholarship. All teaching should reflect the Healer’s art, build faith in Jesus Christ and His restored gospel, be pedagogically sound, and be based on up-to-date evidence in the nursing discipline. Students are at the center of all we do. All College of Nursing faculty are expected to contribute significantly to an education that is spiritually strengthening, intellectually enlarging, and character building leading to lifelong learning and service by mentoring students outside of class in at least one of the following areas: teaching, citizenship, and/or scholarship. This position will be expected to mentor in graduate student projects. Teaching duties (approximately 70% of
FTE) include: Teach eight courses annually, including graduate-level didactic, clinical, and/or lab skills courses. May teach in the graduate and/or undergraduate program depending on the needs of the college. Actual workload and course assignments will vary depending on college needs. Citizenship duties (approximately 15% of
FTE) include: Promote harmony and collegiality within the college. Serve as a member of college councils and fulfill assignments. Attend College Assembly (monthly faculty & staff meeting), devotional/forums, commencement & convocation, and other official college and university meetings. Be active in professional organizations. Scholarship duties (approximately 15% of
FTE) include: Engage in quality improvement and evidence-based practice projects that enhance the discipline of nursing, address “pressing problems, consequential questions, and the quality of people’s lives” (URS Policy, p. 4), and intentionally incorporate gospel methodology. Mentor graduate students in graduate clinical projects. Disseminate findings primarily through peer-reviewed venues, such as peer-reviewed presentations at professional conferences. Documents required at the time of application - Please attach (1) your essay response to the question on President Oak’s Why Do We Serve at BYU? (2) your Mission Alignment Statement, (3) your updated Curriculum Vitae, and (4) your cover letter for the faculty application. Response to President Oaks' Why Do We Serve at BYU? In your 2-page essay, reflect on President Dallin H. Oaks’ 1998 talk “Why Do We Serve at BYU?” President Oaks stated, “Church members are under covenant to serve one another. For every employee of Brigham Young University, the primary opportunities for covenant service are through their BYU employment, and their covenant responsibilities for service exceed their contractual responsibilities".
Please answer the following questions in your essay: What does this mean to you personally? How would it impact your approach to your work at BYU? ()
Note: Failure to attach the required documents may result in your application not being considered. This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment. MISSION ALIGNMENT STATEMENT INSTRUCTIONS
If you are a member of the
Church of
Jesus
Christ of
Latter-day
Saints: BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a
BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball). If you are not a member of the
Church of
Jesus
Christ of
Latter-day
Saints: Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education. EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. All faculty are required to abide by the university’s Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrine of the affiliated church. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. The mission of Brigham Young University — founded, supported, and guided by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints — is to assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life. BYU employees must possess a commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the Aims of a BYU Education. That commitment is demonstrated through the following behaviors, attitudes, and expressions: intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among members of the BYU community commitment to seek and be led by the Holy Ghost in all aspects of university assignments student-centeredness above all other professional pursuits excellence in teaching, scholarship, mentoring, and citizenship commitment to a campus culture of unity, love, and belonging a pattern of exemplary conduct that combines spiritual values and personal integrity in conducting work in a professional manner consistent with the values espoused by the university and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints a pattern of public expression that faithfully promotes the mission and doctrines of the Church; is devoid of contradicting or opposing Church doctrines, policies, and general leaders; and refrains from expressions and behaviors that are dishonest, unchaste, profane, or disrespectful of others BYU is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. faculty_relations@byu.edu 1-801-422-7017
Market context
Utah FNP faculty roles are selective
In Utah, Nursing-FNP faculty and CFS professional roles typically draw steady interest because schools and training programs need experienced APRNs who can teach, supervise, and support clinical preparation. These positions are competitive because employers often look for advanced credentials, current Utah licensure, board certification, and recent practice experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your Utah APRN license and FNP certification align before applying.
