Assistant Professor of Nursing, Full-Time Probationary (Tenure Track), State University Faculty

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities•Saint Cloud, MN

1d•$64,963 - $188,620•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Nursing Science at St. Cloud State University invites applications for two (2) full-time probationary (tenure-track) Assistant Professor of Nursing position. The department offers a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BS), including a traditional pre-licensure program and a fully online RN-to-BS completion program. The nursing program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and approved by the Minnesota Board of Nursing. The pre-licensure BS program is a 68-credit major designed to prepare caring, competent, and practice-ready professional nurses for contemporary and evolving health care environments. The curriculum emphasizes clinical judgment, critical thinking, evidence-based practice, interprofessional collaboration, and population health across the lifespan in alignment with the AACN 2021 Essentials and Next Generation NCLEX (NGN) framework. The Department houses a state-of-the-art simulation lab, the Jim and Ann Marie Maciej Nursing Education Suite, supporting experiential learning and clinical judgment development. The successful candidate will share St. Cloud State’s commitment to our mission, and in particular, the value we place in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as outlined in SCSU’s It’s Time strategic framework. Notably, we uphold the advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion and engage in intentional actions to address systemic inequities throughout the university and surrounding environment. DEI values, practices, and strategies are embedded into the fabric of our institution and campus community, and they align with the priorities expressed in the Minnesota State system’s Equity 2030 initiative. SCSU expects all of its employees to help advance these practices and to contribute to the development of an anti-racist, inclusive community.

Requirements

Doctoral degree in nursing (PhD, DNP, EdD, or equivalent) completed by the date of appointment, or enrolled in an accredited doctoral program with a documented completion plan consistent with the department’s doctoral completion timeline.
Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the United States and eligibility for Minnesota RN licensure by the date of hire.
Minimum of two years of recent professional clinical nursing experience (within the past five years).
Demonstrated potential for effective teaching at the undergraduate level, as evidenced by prior teaching experience, clinical instruction, precepting, professional presentations, or documented student evaluation outcomes.
Demonstrated ability to engage in scholarly activity, including research, quality improvement, evidence-based practice, or professional dissemination consistent with probationary (tenure-track) expectations.
Evidence of effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse populations and foster inclusive learning environments.

Nice To Haves

Completed earned doctoral degree in nursing (PhD or DNP preferred for research-intensive and clinical focus).
Teaching experience in a baccalaureate nursing program, including didactic, clinical, laboratory, or simulation instruction.
Experience integrating clinical judgment frameworks, AACN 2021 Essentials, and/or Next Generation NCLEX (NGN) preparation strategies into curriculum or instruction.
Demonstrated record of scholarly productivity, including peer-reviewed publications, grant activity, presentations, or funded projects.
Experience with curriculum development, program evaluation, accreditation, or regulatory processes (e.g., CCNE, Board of Nursing).
Simulation-based education experience or certification in simulation pedagogy.
Specialty expertise aligned with departmental teaching needs, such as medical-surgical, mental health, community/public health, maternal-child, pharmacology, pathophysiology, or leadership.
Experience mentoring students or clinical faculty.
Experience with instructional technology, online teaching, or hybrid course delivery.

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate didactic, laboratory, simulation, and clinical nursing courses.
Integrate clinical judgment, NGN-style assessment strategies, and active learning methodologies.
Evaluate student performance and provide timely, constructive feedback.
Provide academic advising and mentorship to undergraduate nursing students.
Mentor and collaborate with adjunct clinical faculty to ensure course consistency and quality.
Establish and maintain an active program of scholarship consistent with tenure expectations.
Engage in evidence-based teaching practices and contribute to ongoing program evaluation.
Demonstrate potential for dissemination through presentations, publications, or scholarly projects.
Participate in curriculum development, program assessment, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Contribute to accreditation activities (CCNE) and regulatory processes (Minnesota Board of Nursing).
Engage in department, college, university, and community service.
Collaborate with clinical partners and community health agencies to support student learning and workforce needs.

Benefits

11 paid Holidays
Vacation Time
Sick Time
six weeks of Paid Parental Leave
low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500)
a Pension Plan
457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options
pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts
employer paid life insurance
short and long term disability
professional development
a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents