South Dakota State University - Graduate Nursing - Assistant Professor/Associate Professor

Position Overview Shape the future of healthcare professionals by joining South Dakota State University’s College of Nursing as an Assistant Professor or Associate Professor. This 12‑month, full‑time, benefits‑eligible position will be located in Brookings, Sioux Falls, or Rapid City, South Dakota. Key Responsibilities Faculty members plan, implement, and evaluate assigned courses either as an individual assignment or as a member of a teaching team. Salary Range Salary and rank are commensurate with qualifications and experience; Assistant Professor minimum salary starts at $97,000. Benefits SDState offers medical, dental, flexible benefits, retirement plans, paid holidays, vacation leave, 6% retirement match, 10 hours of annual leave per month, 9.34 hours of sick leave per month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees have access to internal training and tuition discounts. Relocation benefits are available per university guidelines. Location Brookings, South Dakota; Sioux Falls, South Dakota; or Rapid City, South Dakota. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, completed by application date; Graduate Degree in Nursing, completed by application date; A Ph.D. in nursing or related field, completed by start date; Potential for (Assistant Professor) or demonstrated record (Associate Professor) of excellence in teaching; Potential for (Assistant Professor) or demonstrated record (Associate Professor) of excellence in research/scholarship; Licensed by the South Dakota Board of Nursing or eligible for licensure as a registered nurse as evidenced by current licensure in another state; Effective written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills; Valid driver’s license, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire, and willingness to travel. Preferred Qualifications Teaching experience at the undergraduate and graduate levels; A history of successfully funded research and relevant clinical practice; Active program of research and dissemination; Experience with simulation technology and distance delivery; Demonstrated potential or ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams; Evidence of service to the nursing profession. Application Deadline Position closes 02/18/2026. Equal Employment Opportunity South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits discrimination on, the basis of sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identification, transgender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status that may become protected under law against discrimination in the offering of all educational programs and employment opportunities. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing View email address on click.appcast.io. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007, View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr