Adjunct - School of Nursing (Fall 2026 - Summer 2027)

Wright State University; University (FL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A public university in Ohio is seeking an Adjunct for its School of Nursing for the Fall 2026 – Summer 2027 semesters. The ideal candidate will have professional experience and academic qualifications in nursing, possess an Ohio RN license, and demonstrate a commitment to diversity. Responsibilities include teaching through didactic sessions and clinical experiences, both in-person and online. This part-time position emphasizes strong educational credentials, along with at least one year of professional teaching experience.

Qualifications

• Candidates must possess an academic degree one level above their teaching level.
• Ohio RN licenses and two years clinical nursing experience required.
• At least 1 year professional or teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teaching via didactics, clinical and/or simulation experiences.
• Teaching varies between in-person and online formats.

Skills

Professional experience or academic qualifications covering subject matter taught within School of Nursing

Ohio RN licenses

At least 1 year professional or teaching experience

Commitment to diversity

Education

Academic degree one level above the level at which they will teach

Completed at least 18 graduate level credit hours in the field

Job description

Adjunct - School of Nursing (Fall 2026 - Summer 2027)

Position Information

Position Information (Default Section)

EEO Statement

Wright State University is an equal opportunity employer.

Faculty Rank or Job Title

Faculty Rank or Job Title Adjunct - School of Nursing (Fall 2026 - Summer 2027)

Job Category:

Job Category: Faculty/Instructional

Department

Department School of Nursing

EEO number:

EEO number: 27A018

Position FTE

Part-time

Minimum Annual or Hourly Rate

Salary Band:

Salary Band: NA

Job Summary/Basic Function:

WSU’s School of Nursing is accepting applications for adjunct teaching positions for Fall 2026 – Summer 2027 semesters. Individuals with academic and performance qualifications for the ranks of adjunct instructor through adjunct professor are encouraged to apply.

Minimum Qualifications

• Professional experience or academic qualifications covering subject matter taught within School of Nursing.
• Applicant must possess an academic degree one level above the level at which they will teach, except in programs for terminal degrees or when equivalent experience is established. In terminal degree programs, adjunct faculty must possess the same level of degree or courses where Bachelor’s or Associate’s is appropriate for working as a teaching assistant such as in nursing.
• If teaching outside field of their advanced degree, adjuncts must have completed at least 18 graduate level credit hours of instruction in the field where they teach.
• At least 1 year professional or teaching experience unless otherwise noted in program specific qualifications.
• Candidates must have a commitment to the college’s mission of integrating diversity into all aspects of our programs.
• Ohio RN licenses and two years clinical nursing experience prior to start date.

Preferred Qualifications

Essential Functions and percent of time:

• Teaching via didactics, clinical and/or simulation experiences – varies between in-person and on-line synchronous and asynchronous – 100%

Non-Essential Functions and percent of time:

Working Conditions

Special contract terms and conditions of employment apply.

To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University before making an employment offer conduct various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources.

Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco-free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employees.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Official transcripts will be required prior to hiring.

Posting Date

Posting Date 02/16/2026

First Consideration Date:

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Supplemental Questions

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• * Do you or will you have Ohio RN license and two years of clinical nursing experience prior to start date?
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