Clinical Associate Professor, Undergraduate Nursing

Winston Salem State University; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Winston Salem State University in Winston-Salem, NC is seeking a Clinical Associate Professor of Undergraduate Nursing to teach primarily undergraduate courses with focus on adult health, mental health, and maternity/newborn care.

The position offers traditional and accelerated options, with responsibilities including course development, student advising, mentoring, and active involvement in service to the department and community.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university.
• Current unrestricted NC Registered Nurse license or eligibility to obtain one.
• Minimum of two years of clinical nursing and one year of teaching (incl. hybrid/online) in higher education.
• Ability to leverage technologies that engage students in learning.
• Proficiency in test construction using the NCLEX blueprint, statistical analysis, and instructional reinforcement to meet learning outcomes.
• Clinical expertise with strong communication and assessment skills.
• Evidence of mentoring undergraduate students and involvement in study abroad, internships, or community service learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate nursing courses with focus on adult health, mental health, and maternity/newborn care in traditional, hybrid, or online formats.
• Develop detailed course syllabi, deliver didactic and clinical/lab instruction, and provide timely feedback on student work.
• Advise and mentor graduate and professional students, participate in program planning, and contribute to department and university service.
• Attend department, school, and university meetings and maintain active involvement in professional activities and community engagement.

Skills

Nursing

Teaching

Mentoring

Communication

Educational technology

Education

Master's degree in Nursing

Tools

NCLEX Blueprint

Statistics

Job description

Position Details

Classification Information

• Position Classification Title: Clinical Associate Professor
• FLSA: Exempt
• JCAT: 201000

Position Overview

The 12-month position is an academic rank of Clinical Associate Professor of Nursing in the School of Health Sciences Division of Nursing with a start date of November 2026. Job responsibilities include teaching primarily undergraduate nursing courses, with a concentration in Adult Health, Mental Health, and Maternity Newborn, offered in both traditional and accelerated options. Teaching and facilitating the application of nursing theories, principles, and skill competencies, the candidate will serve as a faculty/student advisor, mentor, and coach to students inside and outside of the classroom, participate in departmental, School, and university service, as well as engage in service related to the nursing profession and the larger Winston-Salem and Forsyth County communities.

Position Information

• Working Position Title: Clinical Associate Professor, Undergraduate Nursing
• Building and Room No.: FL Atkins, Room 416
• Appointment Type: Permanent Full-Time
• If Time Limited.: No
• Appointment Length.: 12 Months
• Position Number: 000296

Requirements and Preferences

• Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies: No
• Normal Work Schedule: Schedule Varies
• Department Required Skills:
  • Candidates must have a minimum of a master's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university.
  • Candidates must hold a current unrestricted license as a registered nurse in North Carolina or have eligibility to obtain a North Carolina Registered Nurse license.
  • Must have a minimum of two years of clinical nursing and one calendar year of teaching experience, including hybrid and/or online, in a college or university setting.
  • Candidates must demonstrate the ability to leverage various technologies that engage students in the learning process.
  • Candidates must be proficient in test construction using the NCLEX blueprint, statistical analysis, and instructional reinforcement to achieve learning outcomes.
  • The successful candidate must be a clinical expert and possess effective communication and assessment skills.
  • Must provide evidence of the ability to mentor and support undergraduate students in or engage students in study abroad, internship opportunities, or community service learning.
• Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education:
  • Have a master's degree in nursing.
  • Hold a current unrestricted license as a registered nurse in North Carolina or be eligible to obtain one.
  • Have at least 3 years of clinical nursing experience and at least 1 year of teaching experience, including hybrid and/or online, in a college or university setting.
• Required License or Certification: Candidates must hold a current unrestricted North Carolina Registered Nurse license or be eligible to obtain one.
• Valid US Driver's License: Yes
• Commercial Driver's License Required: No
• Physical Required: No

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

General responsibilities include coordination of learning activities, development of course content, and assisting students in teaching/learning activities related to adult health nursing, including theory and practicum. Specific responsibilities include teaching a minimum of 12 semester hours in the classroom and clinical areas in content related to adult health nursing. Participating in program planning and curriculum development, academic advisement and counseling of students, and helping to create a student-centered environment, developing new and innovative teaching methods, participating in department, division, and university activities. Performing other duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing or Chair of the BSN Program.

Teaching and Advising

• Teach graduate and/or professional nursing courses either face-to-face, hybrid, or online, and must communicate with students as s/he monitors student progress for student success.
• Have general teaching responsibilities include both didactic and clinical/lab instruction, teaching curriculum content related to the family nurse practitioner specialty or nursing education/leadership at the graduate and doctoral levels.
• Develop detailed course syllabi before the first class, teach each class section as assigned, create and present relevant course activities, assess assignments by providing written and/or oral feedback in a timely manner, and evaluate student performance.
• Hold office hours each week consistent with university requirements, meet with the course coordinator, program director, and chairperson regularly and as requested, and attend departmental, school, and university meetings as appropriate.
• Advise and mentor graduate and professional students regarding academic matters and help foster a student-centered learning environment.

University, Professional, and Community Service and Engagement

• Meet with the course coordinator, area coordinator, and chairperson regularly and as requested Attend consistently departmental and College meetings.
• Serve on departmental-level committees.
• Serve on School and university-level committees.
• Maintain membership in discipline-specific professional organizations.
• Serve on community-oriented committees, boards, and commissions related to Nursing or healthcare.

Posting Details

• Internal Posting Only: No
• Position Type: Faculty
• Time Limited Position: No
• Appointment Length: 12 Months
• Salary: Commensurate upon Education and Experience
• Open Date: 10/20/2026
• Close Date: 11/03/2026
• Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions

• Criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Document

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

1. Letter of Reference 1
2. Letter of Reference 2
3. Letter of Reference 3