The Votsmier Endowed Chair in Nursing at Saint Louis University was established in 1998. The professor appointed to the Votsmier Endowed Chair will be an established scientist with a history of significant extramural/federal funding (NIH R-level, preferably R01, or foundation equivalent).
Qualifications: Â
Research doctoral degree in nursing (PhD, DNSc, DNS) or related discipline, and masters degree in nursing
Record of significant extramural/federal funding (e.g., NIH, R-level, R01 level) as principal investigator
Eligible for appointment to the rank of Professor and to the Graduate Faculty
Proven record of dissemination of data-based publications in peer-reviewed journals
Recognized expert by record of funding, publication, and consultation at regional and national levels
Ability to develop collegial relationships with faculty, staff, and students
Eligible for Registered Nurse licensure in Missouri
Other Desired Attributes:
Engaging, positive, and respectful behavior
Innovative team-builder and collaborative mentor
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
Duties and Responsibilities:
This is a 9-month appointment with rank of Professor with tenure; reports to the Dean
Conduct a significant extramurally funded program of nursing research and mentor faculty and students
Communicate research results through presentations and publications in national/international forums
Participate in the activities of the Valentine School of Nursing and Saint Louis University
Submit an annual report of activities to the Dean
Nurse Scientists interested in learning more about the Votsmier Endowed Chair should contact Dr. Helen Lach, Associate Dean for Research and PhD Program Director. Email: helen.lach@slu.edu
Saint Louis University(SLU) is a private, co-educational Jesuit university located in St. Louis, Missouri, United States. Founded in 1818 by the Most Reverend Louis Guillaume Valentin Dubourg SLU is the oldest university west of the Mississippi River. The University has campuses in St. Louis, Mo. and Madrid, Spain. SLU values academic excellence, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service. For nearly 200 years, the University has gone beyond teaching facts and figures, encouraging students to form ideas and identities. Today, SLU students are nearly 14,000 strong. The University has invested vast resources to advance academic programs and enhance the student experience. SLU also is a major research institution where premier researchers tackle local and global challenges. And the University's commitment to community service has earned it national acclaim and bolstered its status as a character-building college.
