Assistant Professor - Nursing

Farmingdale State College; Village of Farmingdale (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Farmingdale State College invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor of Nursing. The successful candidate will teach in undergraduate and/or graduate programs, advise students, and participate in curriculum development and assessment aligned with CCNE/AACN Essentials.

This is a 10-month UUP faculty appointment emphasizing scholarly activity and service to the college and community. Candidates should hold a Master’s in Nursing and NY RN licensure, with Doctoral degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing required.
• RN license in NY or eligible for licensure.
• Recent clinical experience in a healthcare setting.
• Strong communication, organizational, and technology skills.
• Doctoral degree in Nursing or related discipline preferred.
• Experience with simulation and instructional technologies.
• Prior higher education teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate nursing courses in classroom, clinical, simulation, and/or online environments.
• Provide academic advising, support, and mentorship to nursing students.
• Engage in curriculum development, assessment, and program improvement aligned with accreditation standards.
• Engage in scholarly activities, research, presentations, or publications.
• Collaborate with colleagues to promote student success with evidence-based teaching.
• Contribute to college and community service initiatives and committees.
• Maintain current clinical expertise in the teaching areas.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum development

Student advising

Scholarly engagement

Communication skills

Technology skills

Diversity and inclusion

Education

Master's degree in Nursing

Doctoral degree in Nursing or related field (preferred)

Tools

Simulation

Online/Hybrid teaching platforms

Job description

Location: Farmingdale, NY Category: Faculty Job Type: Full-time Posted On: Tue Oct 6 2026 Job Description:
The Department of Nursing at Farmingdale State College invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor of Nursing. We seek a dynamic, student-focused educator who is committed to teaching excellence in teaching, scholarly engagement, and service to both the College and broader community. The successful candidate will support the academic mission of the Department of Nursing through teaching in undergraduate and/or graduate programs, contributing to curriculum development and assessment, engaging in scholarly activities, and participating in departmental and institutional service.
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Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate nursing courses in classroom, clinical, simulation, and/or online learning environments.
• Provide academic advising, support, and mentorship to nursing students.
• Actively participate in curriculum development, assessment, and continuous program improvement initiatives in alignment with accreditation standards (e.g., CCNE, AACN Essentials).
• Engage in scholarly and professional development activities, including research, presentations, or publications.
• Collaborate with colleagues to promote student success through innovative, evidence-based teaching and learning strategies.
• Contribute to departmental, college-wide, and community service initiatives, including committee participation and related activities.
• Maintain current clinical expertise and professional knowledge within the assigned teaching area(s).

Teaching assignments may include both day and evening classes, as well as possible online and/or hybrid course engagement. The Doctorate in Nursing or a related field is required to be considered for tenure. The college particularly welcomes candidates with knowledge, skills and abilities that include:

• Commitment to diversity and university initiatives supportive of diversity and inclusion.
• Interest in participating in student-centered service activities.
• Desire to apply expertise in promoting civic engagement with the College's many community partners.

Job Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in Nursing.
• Unencumbered RN license in NY or eligible for licensure.
• Recent clinical experience in a healthcare setting.
• Evidence of strong communication, organizational, and technology skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Nursing or related discipline.
• Experience with simulation and innovative instructional technologies.
• Record of scholarship, publication, or professional presentations.
• Previous teaching experience in higher education.

Additional Information
This is a 10-month UUP faculty position.

• For the first 10 working days, beginning Tuesday, October 6, 2026, and ending Monday, October 19, 2026, applications will be limited to UUP Farmingdale.
• CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: Open Until Filled, with priority consideration given to applications received by Wednesday, November 4, 2026.
• SALARY: Competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• ANTICIPATED START DATE: Fall semester 2026

The State University of New York offers excellent fringe benefits including health insurance options and retirement plans.
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