Assistant Professor of Nursing

California State University, Fullerton; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, dental

Child care

Retirement plan

Job summary

California State University, Fullerton's School of Nursing invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor (Nursing Generalist) beginning August 2027. The successful candidate will teach across BSN, RN-BSN, MSN, and DNP programs while advancing scholarship and service, with responsibilities including curriculum design and clinical supervision.

We seek a nurse educator committed to inclusive excellence, with a strong record in teaching and scholarly activity, and the ability to mentor

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in Nursing by the appointment date.
• Current unencumbered RN license or eligibility for California RN licensure before employment.
• Demonstrated commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching across multiple areas.
• Strong scholarly record with an active program of scholarship.

Responsibilities

• Teach across BSN, RN‑BSN, MSN, Post‑Master’s Certificate, and DNP programs.
• Supervise clinical learning and advise students.
• Design and evaluate curricula aligned with AACN Essentials, BRN regulations, and CCNE standards.
• Engage in accreditation, program assessment, and faculty governance.
• Balance teaching, scholarship, and service and participate in university nursing communities.

Skills

Undergraduate teaching

Graduate teaching

Scholarly research

Curriculum design

Instructional technology

Collaboration

Education

PhD in Nursing

DNP in Nursing

Doctoral degree

Job description

Assistant Professor of Nursing

School of Nursing

College of Health and Human Development

Assistant Professor

Fall 2027

The School of Nursing at California State University, Fullerton, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Nursing (Nursing Generalist), with an appointment beginning in August 2027.

This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. CSUF complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

In addition, California State University, Fullerton is a leading public university known for its strong academic programs and commitment to student success. As one of the largest campuses in the CSU system, Cal State Fullerton fosters innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. The university values teaching, research, and service, creating an environment where students, staff, and faculty can thrive. Cal State Fullerton is a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution. The university also received the prestigious Seal of Excelencia in 2021 and 2024 from Excelencia in Education, the nation's leading authority on Latinx student success. Cal State Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer with a diverse student population of over 45,000 and a faculty and staff population of 4,000. Cal State Fullerton is firmly committed to helping students achieve academic excellence, career success, and economic mobility. Joining Cal State Fullerton means becoming part of a dynamic team dedicated to making a meaningful impact. We continuously seek individuals from various disciplines who share the university's mission and core values. We welcome you to consider joining the Titan community.

CSUF is committed to retaining all faculty and has established affinity groups you can join to support your success.

Position

We seek a nurse educator and scholar committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service who can contribute across the School of Nursing's undergraduate and graduate programs. CSUF nursing faculty integrate clinical expertise, evidence-based practice, and scholarly inquiry into classroom, clinical, simulation, laboratory, hybrid, and online learning. The successful candidate will be able to teach broadly across the BSN, RN-BSN, MSN, Post-Master's Certificate, and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) programs, as appropriate to qualifications, program needs, and California Board of Registered Nursing requirements.

Primary responsibilities include teaching and assessing nursing students; supervising clinical learning; designing and evaluating curriculum aligned with the AACN Essentials, BRN regulations, and CCNE standards; advising and mentoring students; engaging in accreditation and program assessment; participating in faculty governance; and contributing to professional and community partnerships.

The faculty member will develop and sustain an active program of scholarship commensurate with tenure and promotion expectations, including peer-reviewed publications, scholarly presentations, grant development, and dissemination of nursing research, evidence-based practice, educational innovation, or related scholarly work. The faculty member is expected to balance teaching, scholarship, and service and participate in the broader university and nursing communities.

Required Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in Nursing (PhD or DNP) or a closely related doctoral degree from an accredited institution by the appointment date; a PhD in Nursing is preferred.
• Current unencumbered Registered Nurse license or eligibility for California RN licensure before employment; must meet applicable California BRN nursing faculty requirements.
• Demonstrated commitment to and excellence or strong potential in undergraduate nursing teaching, with ability to teach across multiple areas of undergraduate and graduate nursing curricula.
• Strong record of scholarly accomplishments appropriate to the level of appointment and evidence of an active, focused program of scholarship.
• Experience working collaboratively with colleagues and ability to balance excellent teaching, scholarship, and service.
• Demonstrated potential to integrate instructional technology effectively and support student learning in varied educational settings.
• Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with students from intersecting marginalized social groups.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching in CCNE-accredited undergraduate and graduate nursing programs.
• Clinical expertise in specialty areas that complement School of Nursing instructional needs, including medical-surgical or mental health nursing.
• Experience with simulation, competency-based education, online/hybrid teaching, and curriculum development.
• Peer-reviewed publications, scholarly presentations, and experience pursuing or obtaining internal or external grants.
• Experience mentoring graduate students, including DNP scholarly or evidence-based practice projects.
• National specialty certification; leadership, accreditation, assessment, and continuous quality-improvement experience.
• Experience working collaboratively with healthcare agencies and community organizations.

Application

A complete online application must be received by electronic submission to be considered.

Application Materials

• Cover letter responding to the required qualifications.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Graduate transcripts (unofficial copies are sufficient for initial review).
• Copy of RN license and applicable professional certifications.
• Research/scholarship statement describing scholarly accomplishments and future agenda.
• Teaching statement.
• Candidate statement on commitment to inclusive excellence (no more than 500 words).
• Inclusive excellence is a strategic framework that recognizes the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in achieving organizational success and high-quality learning and teaching. It's a way of thinking and acting that integrates these values into all aspects of an institution, from curriculum and pedagogy to recruitment and hiring. Essentially, it means that excellence is not just about achieving high standards, but also about ensuring that all members of the community have the opportunity to thrive and contribute (Williams et al., 2005).
• With the Inclusive Excellence Statement, we aim to learn about the applicant's perspective on their past and present contributions and future aspirations for promoting and engaging with a diverse student population. This statement should showcase the candidate's professional experience, intellectual commitments, and/or willingness to teach and create an academic environment supportive of all students, including but not limited to those of diverse ages, abilities, cultures, ethnicities, gender identities, languages, religions, and sexual orientations.
• Cal State Fullerton serves a student body that reflects the rich cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic mosaic of Southern California. Please provide concrete examples of how you, as a faculty member, will support our students in one or more of the following areas, which fall under the areas of awareness and understanding, experience and commitment, and future plans.
• Your contributions (past, present, or future) to embedding perspectives that are reflective of the student population into your teaching and/or scholarship.
• Your experience in service activities that are reflective of a diverse student population.
• Your experience and commitment to mentoring and providing opportunities to a diverse student body inside and outside the classroom environment.
• Your experience integrating creative activities that are inclusive of the identities of our student body and communities.
• List of three references with relevant contact information.
• Finalists will be asked to have each of their three referents submit a confidential letter of recommendation. Referents will receive instructions by email through the application system. Semifinalists and/or finalists may be asked for additional materials, such as scholarly articles or portfolios.

Please direct questions about the position to Dr. Sadeeka Al-Majid, Director, School of Nursing, at [e-mail].

Application Deadline

To be assured full consideration, all application materials must be received by November 29, 2026. The anticipated appointment date is August 2027. The position will remain open until filled.

The College and School

The College of Health and Human Development provides exemplary education, research, scholarship, and community engagement focused on improving health and well‑being. For nearly fifty years, the School of Nursing has prepared nursing leaders through evidence-based practice, innovation, and compassionate care. The School offers BSN, RN‑BSN, MSN, Post‑Master’s Certificate, and DNP programs and maintains partnerships with healthcare organizations throughout Southern California.

Compensation

The Assistant Professor (Academic Year) classification salary range is $6,221 to $13,224 monthly (12 monthly payments per academic year). The anticipated hiring range is $7,880.00 to $8,038.00 per month.

Salary offered is commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition, the California Equal Pay Act prohibits employers from paying its employees less than those of the opposite sex and/or another race or ethnicity for substantially similar work (https://www.dir.ca.gov/dlse/california_equal_pay_act.htm).

Summer research grants, moving expenses, start‑up funds, and a reduced teaching load may be available.

CSUF Benefits

An excellent comprehensive benefits package includes health/vision/dental plans; spouse, domestic partner, and dependent fee‑waiver; access to campus child‑care; and a defined‑benefit retirement through the state system and optional tax‑sheltering opportunities. For a detailed description of benefits, please visit https://hr.fullerton.edu/total-wellness/.

New employees hired by the CSU for the first time who first become CalPERS members on or after July 1, 2017, are subject to a 10-year vesting period for retiree health and dental benefits.

International Candidates

California State University, Fullerton, is not currently sponsoring any new H‑1B petitions for staff, management, or faculty positions.

For tenure‑track faculty positions, California State University, Fullerton is currently not sponsoring H‑1B applicants subject to the $100,000 fee established by the "Presidential Proclamation: Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers" issued on September 19, 2025. Individuals in the U.S. who hold a valid lawful nonimmigrant status visa can have a petition filed on their behalf to change their status to H‑1B without being subjected to the fee. For example, the fee does not apply to an H‑1B petition filed by an individual presently in the U.S. who is an F‑1, J‑1, or O‑1 status holder.

CSU Policies

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be formally offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self‑disclose.

Notice of Non-Discrimination based on Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator

In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California. It requires hiring employees to perform CSU-related work within the State of California.

Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant's current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.