Nursing - Assistant Professor

Position Summary The successful candidates will teach courses across the nursing program per discretion of the department chair. The various programs within the department are Undergraduate (Traditional, Accelerated and RN-BS), Master’s in Nursing and Doctoral level (Ed.D. or DNP). The candidate may be required to perform didactic and/or clinical practice with students. Must be current in practice. The candidate will also serve on departmental and university committees and engage in professional activity and scholarship. They will be expected to actively participate in activities that are valuable to the department. These activities are not limited to, but may include advising and mentoring students, writing grant proposals, revising, and developing curricula, assisting with maintaining accreditation and NCLEX pass rates, work across the curriculum, participate in clinical and didactic portion of courses, and promoting connections with other departments. WCSU’s small classes allow for student-based teaching and learning and project-based activities. Standard teaching load is 24-credits per academic year (12 credits) per semester. Qualifications Master’s Degree in Nursing with relevant educational and clinical experience is required. The successful candidate will have experience in teaching with the ability to teach across the curriculum. For a position at the Assistant level, an academic Doctorate in Nursing or related field (Ph.D., Ed.D. or DNS) will be required at the time of tenure review. A current registered professional nurse with CT licensure is required at the time of hire. Candidates with strong Medical / Surgical and/or Pediatric experience who can teach across the curriculum is preferred. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in departmental and university service by taking an active role in developing new curricula, advising, and mentoring students, serving on departmental and university committees, assisting student groups on campus and engaging in professional activity. Salary & Benefits The hiring salary range is $73,912 – $86,231 and is commensurate upon candidates’ experience. Western offers a comprehensive benefits package. Additional information on benefits can be found at There are grant opportunities to support research and conference attendance. Application Process Interested applicants must submit a letter of application, which outlines interest in, and qualifications for, the position; areas of teaching expertise and experience, areas of service and/or leadership, research interests, and a statement of teaching philosophy; a current curriculum vita; and the names and contact information for three (3) professional references who can comment on the applicant's teaching, scholarship, and professionalism. To apply, submit your materials to Questions may be directed to View email address on click.appcast.io referencing Nursing-Assistant Professor in the subject line. All materials should be submitted as PDF files. Applications must be received by Friday, May 29, 2026. Late applications will not be accepted. EEO Statement Western is an affirmative action equal opportunity educator/employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Western Connecticut State University