Instructor or Assistant/Associate Teaching Professor of Nursing

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Penn State Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing is seeking a non-tenure line teaching professor for a full-time role in nursing education. This rewarding position involves teaching both theoretical and practical courses while advising students and contributing to departmental initiatives, offering competitive benefits and the potential for renewal.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Generous 75% tuition discount for employees and families

Robust retirement plans

Qualifications

• Candidates must have at least one graduate degree in nursing.
• Preference for doctorate level candidates for Assistant Teaching Professor role.
• Must hold a valid nursing license and be eligible for RN licensure in Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities

• Teach medical-surgical nursing and fundamentals nursing courses.
• Advise students and participate in departmental committees.
• Engage in scholarly activities relevant to nursing education.

Skills

Nursing Instruction

Student Advising

Curriculum Development

Education

Graduate degree in Nursing

Doctorate in Nursing (DNP, PhD)

Job description

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• If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants.

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants.

This is a term position; length of the term will be discussed during the interview process. Continuation past the termlengthdiscussed willbebasedonuniversityneed,performance,and/oravailabilityoffunding.

POSITION SPECIFICS

The Penn State Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing seeks applicants for a non-tenure line teaching position in the undergraduate program at our University Park location. The Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing is one of the most comprehensive colleges of nursing in any public university in the country. With over 2,100 undergraduate students and approximately 200 graduate students, our footprint is world-wide with our faculty creating immeasurable experiences for our students around the globe.

This position is a full-time, 36-week appointment funded for one year from the date of hire with excellent potential for renewal. Full benefits are included. The anticipated start date is as early as August 2025.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach both fall and spring semesters. Primary responsibilities will include coordination and instruction in medical-surgical nursing courses and fundamentals nursing courses, including both classroom and clinical teaching. In addition to teaching, other responsibilities include advising students, participating in committees, and other service and scholarly activities as appropriate.

Candidates must have at least one graduate degree in nursing. Those prepared at the doctorate level (e.g., DNP, PhD) will be given preference and hired at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor or higher depending on the credentials of the successful candidate. Successful candidates who have a master’s degree in Nursing will be hired as Instructor. The successful candidate must hold a valid nursing license; be eligible for RN licensure in Pennsylvania, and show evidence of professional growth, scholarship, and mastery of subject matter.

To be considered, interest applicants must submit an online application at Penn State’s career site and upload the following application materials:

• a cover letter of application detailing relevant qualifications for this job;

• a current curriculum vitae; and

• the names and contact information for three professional references.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Information on the College and its programs can be found at http://www.nursing.psu.edu/.Questions may be directed to: Mary Alyce Nelson, DNP, RN, CNE at [e-mail].

We offer a competitive salary, commensurate with qualifications and experience. The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.

BENEFITS

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional wellbeing. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

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Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

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