Assistant Professor – Tenure Track

VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY; Lower Merion Township (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Retirement plan

Well-being programs

Flexible work options

Job summary

Villanova University’s M. Louise Fitzpatrick College of Nursing invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position. The role supports a full-time, 9-month schedule and a minimum teaching load of 6 credits in the first academic year.

We seek candidates with a research focus in nursing, PA licensure eligibility, and a commitment to Villanova’s mission and values. Applications require teaching philosophy and contribution statements.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Nursing or closely related field.
• Licensure or eligibility for licensure as a registered nurse in Pennsylvania.
• Strong record of external funding (for full professor).
• Teaching experience.
• Teaching philosophy aligned with Villanova University’s mission and values.

Responsibilities

• Teach across academic levels.
• Advise students across programs.
• Participate in guiding student research and scholarly projects.
• Mentor students and faculty.
• Engage in and disseminate research and scholarly work.
• Pursue funding opportunities.
• Maintain active engagement in the College, University, and professional community.

Skills

Teaching

Research

Curriculum development

Education

Doctorate in Nursing

Job description

Assistant Professor – Tenure Track

FCN is hiring for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor.

Applications must include a cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae.

A statement on the candidate's contributions to the University Mission and Enduring Commitments and a Philosophy of Teaching Statement is required at time of application.

Contact information for 3 individual references are required for all finalists. References will be contacted via email to submit confidential letters of recommendation.

Required for appointment

• Official transcripts from undergraduate and graduate degrees.
• Evidence of professional liability insurance.
• Criminal background check clearance.
• FBI fingerprints and PA Child Abuse Clearances.

Posting Details

Posting Number: 20260090F

Position Title: Assistant Professor – Tenure Track

Position Type: Faculty

Location: Villanova, PA

Recruitment Type: Internal/External Applicants

Work Schedule: full-time/9-months

Department: 232-Nursing

Position Summary: Founded in 1842 and recognized among the nation’s best colleges and universities, we are a mission driven institution inspired by the values of truth, unity, love, and dedication to serving the common good. At Villanova, we believe our people are our most precious asset. That’s why we offer a vibrant and collaborative campus environment and invest in our employees through competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support your professional growth, personal well-being, and long-term success.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Tuition assistance for employees and eligible family members
• Professional development opportunities
• Retirement savings plan with University contributions
• Well-being programs and resources
• Flexible work options where appropriate

We invite you to join a community where your contributions are valued, your growth is supported, and your work makes a meaningful difference. Learn more about the benefits of working at Villanova on our website.

The M. Louise Fitzpatrick College of Nursing (FCN) at Villanova University invites applications from outstanding educators and scholars with a broad range of expertise especially candidates with experience in public health and climate change; care of vulnerable populations; education/simulation science; oncology; family care; adult health; psychiatric mental health; or care of those with emotional and physical disabilities are welcome to apply. The college is seeking to fill multiple faculty lines at the rank of Assistant Professor. These are full-time 9-month faculty positions with an expected teaching load of a minimum of 6 credit hours for the first academic year.

The Fitzpatrick College of Nursing new strategic plan is guiding us to “become who we are not yet.” We invite talented individuals to join us on this journey!

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.

Duties and Responsibilities

• teach across academic levels,
• advise students across programs,
• participate in guiding student research and scholarly projects,
• mentor students and faculty,
• engage in and disseminate research and scholarly work,
• pursue funding opportunities,
• maintain active engagement in the College, University, and professional community.

Minimum Qualifications

• Research-focused Doctorate in Nursing or closely related field.
• Licensure or eligibility for licensure as a registered nurse in Pennsylvania.
• Strong record of external funding (for full professor).
• Teaching experience.
• Teaching philosophy commensurate with Villanova University’s mission and values.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous teaching experience in an academic nursing program.

Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours

Special Message to Applicants: FCN is hiring for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor.

Posting Date & Closing Date

Posting Date: 11/03/2026

Closing Date (11:59pm ET):

Salary

Posting Information: Competitive. Salary Band: Job Classification: faculty

References Needed

Minimum Number of References Needed: 3

Maximum Number of References Needed: 3

Supplemental Questions

• How did you first hear of this employment opportunity?
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  • Advertisement in Academic or Professional Publication
  • Referred by a current employee
  • Referred by a friend, family member, or former employee
  • Heard about it at a conference or career fair
  • Browsing the Villanova website
  • Cabrini University employee
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Required Documents

• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
• Resume / Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Statement of Contribution to Mission

Optional Documents

• Other Document
• Other Document (2)