Graduate Adjunct Faculty - Nursing

MC Career Development; Delhi; On-site; INR 3,079,884 - 4,619,826; Part time

Job summary

Mississippi Christian University School of Nursing invites applications for a graduate adjunct faculty member. Adjunct faculty play a vital role in preparing skilled, compassionate nurses by facilitating student learning in clinical settings and supporting their development of professional nursing competencies.

The position emphasizes online teaching and mentorship, with expectations to align with the university's faith‑based mission.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in nursing from an accredited school
• RN license in Mississippi or state of residency for online instructors
• Minimum two years of nursing practice experience in the area of instruction
• Ability to teach and mentor students in online learning environments
• Strong teaching, leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Current unencumbered RN license in the State of Mississippi or residency state
• Background check within 2 years (federal)
• Candidates must be professing Christians aligned with the university mission
• Clinical sites may have additional requirements on a course‑by‑course basis

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver instruction through instructional plans to meet course outcomes
• Guide student progress toward goals
• Assign grades and maintain records per FERPA and deadlines
• Be available for student meetings in person, online, or by phone
• Provide timely and thorough feedback (within 72 hours)
• Provide formative and summative assessment
• Maintain continuing education related to teaching area (minimum five hours per year)
• Maintain professional licensure/certification as required

Skills

Teaching online

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Mentoring students

Education

Doctoral degree in nursing

Job description

The Mississippi Christian University School of Nursing invites applications for a graduate adjunct faculty member. Adjunct faculty play a vital role in preparing skilled, compassionate nurses by facilitating student learning in clinical settings and supporting their development of professional nursing competencies.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in nursing from an accredited school of nursing
• Demonstrated expertise in the selected nursing area
• At least two years of nursing practice experience in the area of instruction
• Ability to effectively teach and mentor students in an online learning environment
• Strong teaching, leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Current unencumbered RN license in the State of Mississippi (or in the state of residency for online instructors)
• Current (within 2 years) clear federal criminal background check
• Candidates must be professing Christians who fully support the mission and vision of the University
• Clinical sites may have additional requirements on a course‑by‑course basis

Job Functions

Teaching

• Design and deliver instruction through the development of instructional plans that facilitate the attainment of the mission, goals, and outcomes of the School and the course
• Guide the progress of students toward achievement of goals and outcomes
• Assign grades and maintain records per FERPA guidelines
• Submit grades by published deadlines
• Demonstrate an interest in the personal and professional growth of students, developing and maintaining appropriate student/teacher relationships
• Be available by appointment in person, online, or by phone for student meetings as needed
• Provide timely and thorough feedback (usually within 72 hours of assignment submission)
• Provide formative and summative assessment

Scholarship

• Maintain at least five hours of continuing education related to teaching area each year as required by the Mississippi Institute of Higher Learning
• Maintain professional licensure (and certification if required)

Service

• May attend School of Nursing meetings and events
• Serve as a professional role model consistent with the mission and values of Mississippi Christian University

Physical Requirements

• Communicate effectively virtually or in person
• Spend extended amounts of time sitting
• Lift books, laptops, and other light materials less than 25 pounds
• Read words and numbers; requires depth perception
• Extensive use of computer keyboard

About The School

The School of Nursing at Mississippi Christian University fosters a student‑centered, collaborative environment that values clinical excellence, faith‑based education, and innovation in nursing practice. Our accredited programs prepare graduates to provide compassionate, evidence‑based care across diverse healthcare settings.

How To Apply

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• To apply, you must create an account with Dynamic Forms.
• Once logged in, select the faculty application type.
• You will be required to upload a cover letter and curriculum vitae.

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