Clinical Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology (Part-TIme)

The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is the largest private employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be a part of a world-class research university and a member of the "Trojan Family," which is comprised of the faculty, students and staff that make the university what it is.

Job Title: Part-Time Clinical Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology

Program: USC Program of Nurse Anesthesia
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Position Type: Part-Time Faculty

Position Summary:
The USC Program of Nurse Anesthesia invites applications for a part-time faculty position for a doctoral-prepared CRNA within 1-5 years of doctoral completion. The successful candidate will contribute to a highly regarded nurse anesthesia program through didactic instruction, student mentorship, and active engagement in research and professional service.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Teach across the nurse anesthesia curriculum, including:
  • Research coursework
  • Pharmacology I & II
  • Perioperative Evaluation and Management I & II
  • Advanced Health Assessment
• Mentor students in academic progression, scholarly projects, and professional development
• Contribute to program and school committees, including admissions and governance
• Support student success through advising and individualized mentorship

Qualifications:

• PhD, DNAP, DNP, or EdD required
• 1-5 years from completion of doctoral degree preferred
• Five years post-training of active clinical practice in nurse anesthesiology
• Active, unrestricted board certification as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) through the NBCRNA
• Professional California license as a CRNA or eligibility (must be active before hiring)
• Professional California license as a Professional Registered Nurse or eligibility (must be active before hiring)
• Strong interest in teaching, scholarship, and academic career development
• Excellent communication, organizational, and collaborative skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior teaching experience (not required)

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and academic portfolio (anticipated range ~$95.00/hour)

Reporting Structure

• This position reports to the Program Director and Assistant Program Director and collaborates with other faculty, staff, and university stakeholders

Scheduled Hours (1-40): 2-10 hours/week

The part-time faculty position is non-exempt, with an hourly rate ranging from $95.00-$115.00 per hour. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education or training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations