Assistant/Associate Adjunct Faculty, Nursing Program, NURS 322.01 Theory-fall term 2026

University of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 64,127 - 88,758; Part time

Job summary

Saint Mary's College of California is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member for the Nursing Program. This position requires a Master's degree in Nursing or BSN, approval by the Board of Registered Nursing, and a current California nursing license. Faculty will coordinate instructional work and ensure compliance with accreditation standards. The salary range is $46.55 to $64.43 per hour, with responsibilities focused on student success and curriculum development.

Qualifications

• Must have a current unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse in California.
• Three years of continuous experience providing direct patient care within the last five years.
• Experience in teaching effectively at the undergraduate level.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and coordination for instructional work.
• Ensure adherence to accreditation standards and California Nurse Practice Act.
• Develop and evaluate courses that meet student competencies.

Skills

Effective communication

Ability to work with diverse students

Teaching technology proficiency

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing or BSN

Job description

Saint Mary's College of California: ADJUNCT FACULTY SAINT MARY'S COLLEGE OF CALIFORNIA: School of Nursing

Open Date

Mar 30, 2026

Description

Assistant/Associate Adjunct Faculty, Nursing Program, NURS 322 - Population Driven Health Caring for Aging

Saint Mary's College of California invites applications for Adjunct Faculty (per-course) to be assigned Instructional Work in the Nursing program. The candidate must be approved by the Board of Registered Nursing to teach one of the five content areas.

All nursing faculty at Saint Mary’s College practice using Maria O’Rourke’s Professional Role model with the primary Professional Role obligation to “do no harm”. Within this role, we are expected to be leaders and decision‑makers, practitioners, scientists, and transferors of knowledge. Faculty are expected to ensure the practice of the professional role obligations and that we train our students in a manner that promotes understanding of their role and helps with role clarity. Faculty are required to integrate role clarity as a concept when training/mentoring faculty, developing curriculum, teaching students, and participating in creating policies and procedures. The faculty member is responsible for ensuring that role‑driven practice is used as the framework for all activities.

The faculty member is accountable for the leadership and management of the instructional work and content performed as assigned. The individual in this role has responsibility to ensure all related program policies are followed. Faculty are required to adhere to all accreditation standards and the California Nurse Practice Act Standards. The faculty member ensures that curricular and program requirements are maintained in accordance with national accreditation standards and the policies and procedures in place at Saint Mary’s College. Reports to the Assigned Academic Director.

The faculty member will provide leadership and coordination to ensure activities are designed to foster student success with supportive teaching methods. Faculty will ensure evidence‑based practice and professional roles are incorporated both in meeting patient care needs and student learning outcomes. Faculty, in collaboration with leaders and other faculty, develops and ensures the quality of the course that supports the evaluation of student competencies.

This position is teaching across two clinical sections.

Qualifications

Nursing seeks adjunct faculty members for instructional work in one of the five content areas. The position requires on‑campus availability, with potential for growth in the size of the position in future terms.

Term dates, days and times of instructional work assignments are TBD.

All work must be performed in the State of California.

Salary Range

The salary range for this position is $46.55–$64.43 per hour and is covered by the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the College and SEIU, Local 1021.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Nursing or BSN with a minimum of three (3) years of experience.
• Approved by the Board of Registered Nursing to teach one of the BRN five content areas.
• Current and unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse in the State of California.
• Three years of continuous experience as a registered nurse providing direct patient care within the last five years.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with a diverse student body, staff, faculty, and administrators.
• Experience in using computers and other technologies for teaching and learning.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated record of teaching successfully at the undergraduate level with specific experience in an area of specialty.
• Demonstrated experience developing, managing, and evaluating curriculum, or programs.

Application Instructions

Please submit the following application materials:

• A cover letter that specifically addresses how you meet the qualifications and are prepared to support the mission of the College.
• A diversity statement articulating your knowledge, track record, and plans for working with diverse students and enhancing equity and inclusion on campus.
• Statement of teaching philosophy (include discussion of classes taught).
• Two professional references (names and contact information).
• In applying for a position, candidates sign a consent authorizing a broader inquiry which may include reference checks, a motor‑vehicle check, and a third‑party background check.

Application Process

This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Interfolio Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.

Saint Mary's is an equal employment opportunity employer. We support inclusive excellence and are committed to creating a safe and welcoming community for all.

College policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, gender stereotyping, gender identity, taking a protected leave (e.g. family medical or pregnancy leave), or on any other basis protected by applicable laws.

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