Associate Professor

Southeastern Louisiana University; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeastern Louisiana University invites applications for a tenure track Assistant/Associate Professor of Nursing to begin Spring 2027. The position will teach at the undergraduate and/or graduate level and support student success in classroom and clinical settings.

The successful candidate will pursue ongoing professional development, engage in scholarly activities such as research, publishing and presenting, and participate in service to the university, students, and the community through

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Nursing conferred by the date of hire.
• Unencumbered RN license in Louisiana.
• Two years clinical experience as an RN.
• Commitment to working with diversity.

Responsibilities

• Teach at undergraduate and/or graduate level as needed.
• Engage in scholarly activities such as research, publishing, and presenting.
• Provide service to the University through committees and community activities.

Skills

Effective interpersonal communication

Diversity commitment

Proficient computer skills

Education

Doctorate in Nursing

Job description

Thank you for your interest in employment with southeastern Louisiana University. southeastern Louisiana University's School of Nursing invites applications for a tenure track position at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor of Nursing to begin Spring 2027. This position will teach at the undergraduate and/or graduate level as needed. Teaching efforts must demonstrate activities that encourage interaction with other students, faculty, the university, and/or the community, and support student success and learning in the classroom and clinical setting. The successful candidate must have a record of continuous professional development and engage in scholarly activities such as research, publishing, and presenting. Service to the University through committee work and participation in special projects and activities, service to students through academic and career guidance and participation in and support of student activities, and service to the community through activities utilizing professional knowledge and expertise, are expected of this position.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A doctorate degree in Nursing conferred by the date of hire
• An unencumbered RN license in the state of Louisiana
• Two years clinical experience as an RN
• Must be committed to working with diversity

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior teaching experience
• APRN Certification

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

• Proficient computer skills (i.e., word processing, presentation software, spreadsheets, etc.)
• Effective interpersonal communication skills

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

• Cover Letter
• Resume/Vita
• Copies of Transcripts (Only an unofficial transcript for the Highest degree is required at application. Official transcripts for all degrees will be required upon employment.)

Posting Close Date

October 26, 2026

Southeastern Louisiana University is committed to fostering an environment of inclusion, respect and appreciation of differences in individuals. southeastern is also designated as a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials.

Southeastern Louisiana University is the state's third-largest public university, boasting over 15,500 students who come from nearly 50 nations and all 50 states. The university offers more than 150 programs of study across five colleges that focus on hands-on learning. With a small-town location, personal attention to students and a close-knit community of engaged learners, we feel like a small college. We are passionate about our students, providing them with a challenging college experience that empowers them with a lifelong education.

Southeastern Louisiana University’s core values are focused on providing a caring personal environment and an academic environment of excellence. We work to lead the educational, economic and cultural development of the region with educational programs based on vital and evolving curricula that address emerging priorities and needs of the state and the students it serves.

Southeastern Louisiana University is an AA/ADA/EEO employer. southeastern recruits, selects, employs and promotes without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information in its admission and recruitment of students, educational programs, and activities, or employment policies.

Southeastern Louisiana University may require a criminal background check to be conducted on candidate(s) selected for hire and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials.