Faculty, Nursing

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Job Title:
Faculty, Nursing

Department:
Instruction, College of Nursing

College/Division:
College Of Nursing

Primary Job Posting Location:
Atlanta, GA 30341

Additional Job Posting Locations:

(Other locations that this position could be based)

Job Details:
Mercer University's Georgia Baptist College of Nursing is seeking applications for a full-time faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. Applicants must hold current nurse practitioner certification; candidates certified in family, adult-gerontology (acute or primary care), or psychiatric-mental health are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities:

Mercer University's College of Nursing invites applications for a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track eligible faculty position. Primary academic responsibilities will be in the Master of Science (MSN) and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree programs. The faculty member may have additional responsibilities in other programs. In addition to teaching, faculty have responsibilities associated with research, scholarship, and service. This position requires on-campus presence and is not a virtual appointment. Rank and salary are commensurate with professional qualifications and experience.

Required Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in nursing or related field from an accredited university/college
  
  
• Unencumbered license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Georgia
  
• Authorization to practice as a nurse practitioner in Georgia
  
• Nurse practitioner certification with clinical experience in one or more specialized population foci, including but not limited to family, adult-gerontology, or psychiatric-mental health practice
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  
• Philosophy commensurate with Mercer University's mission and values
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• FNP, AGPCNP, or AGACNP certification
  
• Prior full-time faculty experience
  
• Experience teaching at the graduate level
  
• Experience mentoring DNP students in scholarly projects
  
• Evidence of scholarly productivity in area of expertise
  

Background Check:

Selection of final candidate is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check

Pay Rate:

Commensurate with experience

Required Document Attachments:

• Cover Letter
  
• Curriculum vitae
  
• Statement of teaching philosophy
  
• References with contact information
  

About Mercer University

Founded in 1833, Mercer University is a distinguished private institution recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and community engagement. With campuses across Georgia, Mercer's twelve schools and colleges offer a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. The university cultivates a close-knit, student-centered environment where innovation, service, and personal growth are deeply valued. Mercer's employees are at the heart of its mission, dedicated to advancing innovation, supporting student success, and strengthening both our local and global communities through service. At Mercer, we believe in the power of relationships and the importance of in-person collaboration. Accordingly, our employees are expected to serve in-person as it fosters real-time problem solving, mentoring, and the meaningful connections that strengthen both our work and service to our students and the broader university community.


Why Work at Mercer University

Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions , tuition waivers , paid vacation and sick leave , technology discounts, schedules that allow for work-life balance, and so much more!

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Job Family:
Faculty Nursing

EEO Statement:

EEO/Veteran/Disability