Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor

East Carolina University; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

East Carolina University is seeking an Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor for a full-time, tenure-track position in the College of Nursing. The role includes maintaining an active research program, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, and mentoring students.

Applicants must hold a PhD in nursing (or a related field) and demonstrate effective communication skills. The position aims to impact rural health positively and develop leaders in nursing education.

Qualifications

• PhD in nursing or related field required by hire date.
• Evidence of a developing research trajectory is necessary.
• Strong communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an active program of research relevant to the college's mission.
• Establish and fund a research program.
• Teach and evaluate courses in nursing programs.
• Provide mentorship to students.
• Participate in committee work.
• Attend necessary meetings regularly.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Research trajectory

Teaching experience

Education

PhD in Nursing or related field

Master's degree in Nursing

Job description

Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor

Position Number: 976133

Full Time or Part Time: Full Time

Anticipated Recruitment Range: Commensurate with Qualifications

Position Type: Faculty (Teaching)

Job Category: Faculty (Teaching)

Organizational Unit Overview

The mission of the college is to serve as a national model for transforming the health of rural underserved regions through excellence and innovation in nursing education, leadership, research, scholarship, and practice. The ECU College of Nursing continuously strives to create a learning environment and workplace culture that provides opportunity, support, and consideration for all students, employees, alumni, and other stakeholders.

Job Duties

The East Carolina University College of Nursing (ECUCON), Department of Nursing Science seeks applicants for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position. Academic appointment will be commensurate with the qualifications of the applicant.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining an active program of research in an area relevant to the mission of the college
• Establishing a funded program of research
• Producing scholarly works, including peer‑reviewed publications and presentations at state, national, and/or international levels
• Teaching, developing, and evaluating relevant courses within the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
• Providing academic advisement and research mentorship to doctoral and Honors College students
• Chairing and serving on PhD dissertation committees
• Participating in shared governance through college and university-level committee work
• Attend three days per week for meetings and committee work

Contingent upon the availability of funds.

Minimum Education/Experience

• PhD in nursing (or related field, plus a master’s degree in nursing) or an EdD (plus a master’s degree in nursing) at the time of hire. Qualifying degrees must be received from accredited institutions
• Evidence of a developed or developing research trajectory
• Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation

A valid non-restricted North Carolina registered nurse license is required upon employment

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

In‑person and online teaching experience in a university or college setting is preferred

Special Instructions to Applicant

East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. In addition to submitting a candidate profile online, please submit online the following required applicant documents: curriculum vitae, letter of interest, list of two to three original letters of reference (noting contact information).

At the time of employment, two to three original letters of reference, official transcripts, a criminal background check, and proper documentation of identity and employability are required. Please be aware that if selected as the candidate of choice, an automatic e‑mail will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the References section of the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letters of reference submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system will be verified and considered towards meeting this requirement.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.

Additional Instructions to Applicant

• In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.
• Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed‑upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled: Yes

Initial Screening Begins: 07/03/2026

How to Apply

To apply, visit https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/94157