Visiting Assistant Professor of Instruction, Nursing

The University of Akron; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Akron School of Nursing seeks a Visiting Assistant Professor of Instruction for a full-time, 9-month non-tenure track role. Primary duties include teaching undergraduate nursing courses, including didactic and lab sessions, with emphasis on foundational medical-surgical nursing in simulation environments.

The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s in Nursing with Ohio RN licensure (or multi-state license) and have at least two years of RN experience, BLS, and teaching background.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing from a accredited institution with unrestricted RN licensure in Ohio or active multi-state license.
• Minimum of two years of experience as a Registered Nurse.
• Current medical-surgical clinical competency.
• Two years of teaching experience.
• Current BLS certification.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate nursing courses including didactic, LRC, and simulation/skills lab with focus on foundational medical-surgical nursing.
• Evaluate student performance.
• Assist in managing clinical placements and expand clinical sites.
• Serve on school, college and university committees as assigned.
• Engage in scholarly activity and community service.
• Support accreditation/licensure compliance and program goals.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Teaching

Student evaluation

Clinical placement management

BLS certification

Education

Master’s degree in nursing

RN licensure in Ohio

Doctorate preferred (PhD, DNP, DNE)

Tools

Brightspace

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

University of Akron School of Nursing is seeking a Visiting Assistant Professor of Instruction. This is a full-time 9-month non-tenure track position. The majority of the responsibilities will be: Teaching in the undergraduate nursing program including didactic and LRC courses as well as teaching in the simulation and skills lab. The focus of the position will be Foundational Medical-Surgical Nursing. The individual in this position is not responsible for completing research. Responsibilities include: Evaluating student performance. Assist in managing clinical placements including expanding clinical sites. Serve on school, college and university-wide committees as assigned. Maintain a program of personal, professional growth through activities such as engaging in scholarly activity, university and community service and other pursuits commensurate with faculty rank and status. Supporting University, College and School of Nursing goals to assure compliance with accreditation and/or licensure.

Required Qualifications

• To be considered, the applicant must meet the following criteria:
• Master’s degree in nursing from a nationally or regionally accredited institution with unrestricted registered nurse licensure in the State of Ohio or current multi-state license.
• Must have a minimum of two years of experience working as a Registered Nurse.
• Current medical surgical clinical competency, knowledge, and skills.
• 2 years of teaching experience.
• Current BLS certification.
• Proficiency in interpersonal, communication and organizational skills (verbal, written and electronic) necessary to interact effectively with students, faculty, professional staff, administration, clinical affiliates, and the community.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate degree preferred (PhD, DNP, DNE).
• Knowledge and skill of maneuvering computer software (Brightspace, Microsoft Word, Excel, & PowerPoint and other related educational platforms).
• Recent clinical nursing experience or teaching experience.
• Skills in goal setting and team building.
• Analytical and organizational skills to plan, implement, and evaluate course and program activities.

Application Deadline

Review of applicants will begin November 30, 2026.

Compensation

Commensurate with experiences and qualifications.

FLSA Status

United States of America (Exempt)

Background Check Statement

The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search.

Non-Discrimination Statement

The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

State of Residence Statement

It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.