Assistant Professor of Nursing, Non-tenured Track

Widener University; Chester (Delaware County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A metropolitan doctoral-intensive university in Chester seeks an Assistant Professor of Nursing for a non-tenured track role. The position emphasizes high-quality nursing education through classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction. An ideal candidate has a Master's degree in Nursing, RN license, and at least three years of nursing experience. The role offers a dynamic teaching environment and commitment to student success.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) required.
• Active RN license and eligibility for licensure in Pennsylvania required.
• Minimum of three years of experience as a registered nurse.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, student-centered instruction.
• Collaborate with faculty to design and evaluate nursing curricula.
• Assess student performance and provide academic advisement.
• Assess student performance and provide timely feedback and guidance.
• Provide academic advisement and schedule conferences to support student success.
• Supervise students in clinical environments to ensure safe patient care and clinical decision making.

Skills

Student-centered instruction

Curriculum development

Clinical supervision

Assessment & evaluation

Academic advisement

Interprofessional collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN)

Doctoral degree (DNP or PhD)

Job description

Assistant Professor of Nursing, Non-tenured Track

Job no: 493317
Work type: Faculty (Non-tenure track)
Location: Chester
Categories: Faculty

Reporting to the Dean, School of Nursing, this 10‑month non‑tenure track position plays a vital role in delivering high‑quality nursing education through classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction. The contract‑based position emphasizes teaching excellence and service, with limited research responsibilities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential duties:

Teaching and Instruction

• Provide high‑quality, student‑centered instruction to the undergraduate and graduate nursing programs, encompassing classroom, laboratory, and clinical learning environments.
• Collaborate with faculty to design, implement, and evaluate nursing curricula and learning experiences.
• Develop course syllabi, exams, assignments, and instructional materials, including digital and audiovisual content.
• Assess student performance through grading, feedback, and competency evaluations.
• Provide academic advisement and schedule conferences to discuss student progress and support success.
• Oversee students in clinical environments to ensure safe patient care and foster clinical decision‑making skills.

Service and Administration

• Participate in faculty meetings, curriculum planning, and the selection of course materials.
• Serve on departmental, school, or university committees as assigned.
• Partner with faculty, staff, and clinical site personnel to maintain a cohesive and supportive learning environment.
• Promote a culture of equity, inclusion, and academic freedom, fostering a welcoming environment for all students and colleagues.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver continuing education programs.
• Promote interprofessional education and collaborative learning experiences.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned or directed to support departmental needs and align with the mission of the School of Nursing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN).
• Active RN license and eligibility for licensure in Pennsylvania.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a registered nurse.

Preferred:

• Doctoral degree (DNP or PhD).
• Experience in clinical nursing education.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR UNUSUAL HOURS

• Evening teaching assignments may be required.
• Commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and student success.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Widener University is committed to fostering an inclusive community in which faculty, staff, and students from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive.

Widener University, an independent, metropolitan, doctoral‑intensive university, connects curricula to social issues through civic engagement. Dynamic teaching, active scholarship, personal attention, and experiential learning are key components of the Widener Experience. Located in Chester, PA, Widener’s main campus is nestled between Philadelphia, PA, and Wilmington, DE, with law schools located in both Harrisburg and Wilmington. For more information, visit www.widener.edu.

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Advertised: 03 Nov 2025 Eastern Standard Time