Assistant Professor of Nursing, Non-tenured Track

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Search for Positions Work type * Faculty (Non-tenure track) 1 Locations * Chester 1 Categories * Faculty 1 Subscribe to Job Alerts Assistant Professor of Nursing, Non-tenured Track Apply now Job no: 493317 Work type: Faculty (Non-tenure track) Location: Chester Categories: Faculty Reporting to the Dean, School of Nursing, the Assistant Professor of Nursing is a 10-month, non-tenure track position. This position plays a vital role in delivering high-quality nursing education through classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction. This contract-based position emphasizes teaching excellence and service, with limited research responsibilities. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (including, but not limited to): Essential duties: Teaching and Instruction * Provide high-quality, student-centered instruction to the undergraduate and graduate nursing programs, encompassing classroom, laboratory, and clinical learning environments. * Collaborate with faculty to design, implement, and evaluate nursing curricula and learning experiences. * Develop course syllabi, exams, assignments, and instructional materials, including digital and audiovisual content. * Assess student performance through grading, feedback, and competency evaluations. * Provide academic advisement and schedule conferences to discuss their progress and support student success. * Oversee students in clinical environments to ensure safe patient care and foster clinical decision-making skills. Service and Administration * Participate in faculty meetings, curriculum planning, and selection of course materials. * Serve on departmental, school, or university committees as assigned. * Partner with faculty, staff, and clinical site personnel to maintain a cohesive and supportive learning environment. * Promote a culture of equity, inclusion, and academic freedom, fostering a welcoming environment for all students and colleagues. Secondary Responsibilities: * Develop and deliver continuing education programs. * Promote interprofessional education and collaborative learning experiences. * Perform other job-related duties as assigned or directed to support departmental needs and align with the mission of the School of Nursing. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (education/training and experience required): Required: * Master's degree in Nursing (MSN). * Active RN license and eligibility for licensure in Pennsylvania. * Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a registered nurse. Preferred: * Doctoral degree (DNP or PhD). * Experience in clinical nursing education. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR UNUSUAL HOURS: * Evening teaching assignments may be required. * This position requires a commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and student success. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Widener University is committed to fostering an inclusive community in which faculty, staff, and students from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran. Widener University, an independent, metropolitan, doctoral-intensive university, connects curricula to social issues through civic engagement. Dynamic teaching, active scholarship, personal attention and experiential learning are key components of the Widener Experience. Located in Chester, PA, Widener's main campus is nestled between Philadelphia, PA and Wilmington, DE, with Law Schools located in both Harrisburg and Wilmington. For more information about the university, please visit our website at EOE M/F/V/D Advertised: 03 Nov 2025 Eastern Standard Time Applications close:

Created: 2026-04-15