Instructor/Assistant Professor/Associate Professor, SON

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Instructor/Assistant Professor/Associate Professor, School of Nursing

Reports To: Chair, School of Nursing

Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Salary Range: $72,000.00 To $90,000.00 Annually

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Anticipated Start Date: January 2027

Summary/objective

The Mount Saint Mary College School of Nursing seeks a full-time, tenure-track nursing faculty member to join our CCNE-accredited program dedicated to educating the next generation of nurses. Our faculty work closely with undergraduate and graduate students through teaching in the classroom, skills laboratories, simulation labs, and/or clinical settings. Additionally, faculty will have the opportunity to participate in curriculum transition process to a competency-based curriculum program, and perform other academic duties in accordance with the mission and purpose of Mount Saint Mary College and the School of Nursing. Tenure-track positions also include expectations of scholarship for promotion. Candidates may be granted service time towards promotion and/or tenure based on relevant experience.

The successful candidate will:

• Demonstrate versatile and effective teaching and mentoring practices that guide and engage students in the pre-licensure and graduate nursing programs;
• Lead course coordination and supervision of clinical adjunct faculty in accordance with course requirements;

• Work collaboratively with faculty in program planning, curriculum change and improvement, and fulfillment of accreditation requirements for the School of Nursing; 
• Provide academic advising to students;
• Participate in the School of Nursing and College academic committees;
• Actively engage in college-wide activities such as Open Houses, Faculty Development Days, and related Commencement activities;
• Be responsive to student needs through availability for office hours and on campus days;
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to work with a diverse group of undergraduate and graduate nursing students, especially first-generation students

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Required education and experience

• Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university;
• At least five (5) years of clinical experience;
• Unencumbered current New York RN license or eligibility.  

Preferred education and experience

• Doctoral degree in Nursing or related field (Candidates enrolled in a doctoral program are invited to apply.)
• Experience in Nursing higher education in the classroom, laboratory, and/or clinic.
• Experience in Medical-Surgical, Critical Care, Mother Baby, Pediatrics, or Mental Health areas.

In addition to the employment application, candidates should submit: 1) a letter of interest detailing qualifications for the position; 2) their most recent CV; and 3) the names and contact information for three professional references.

About the Mount Saint Mary College School of Nursing:

Mount Saint Mary College School of Nursing prepares nurses with the Dominican values of spirituality, study, community, and service. Students engage in service learning to understand the social determinants of health and to promote social justice; use reflective practice and clinical judgement to provide compassionate, skilled, holistic care while respecting diversity, equity, and inclusion of all people; and are prepared to engage in life-long learning and to advance professional nursing practice. The Mount Saint Mary College School of Nursing offers undergraduate BSN and RN-to-BSN degrees, master’s degrees in multiple Nurse Practitioner programs, a master’s degree in Nursing Education, and multiple post-master’s certificates. 

About the Institution:

Mount Saint Mary College is a small, vibrant liberal arts college in a beautiful location overlooking the Hudson River. The Mount is dedicated to the Dominican tradition of education that values the inherent worth of the individual, the mission of Mount Saint Mary College is to create an environment which fosters close student-faculty interaction that enables students to reach their full potential as lifelong learners. Mount Saint Mary College strives to provide a stimulating environment that promotes the intellectual and personal growth of undergraduate and graduate students.

Salary and Benefits:

Faculty rank and salary will be commensurate with education and qualifications.

Work authorization/security clearance requirements

Must be authorized to work in the United States. MSMC does not sponsor employment visas at this time.

EEO statement

Mount Saint Mary College is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Work environment

• Office Setting: Office with access to necessary tools like computers, phones, and office supplies.
• Remote Setting: Working from home or another location with access to virtual communication platforms and necessary technology.

Physical demands

• Sitting: Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or workstation.
• Typing/Computer Use: Frequent use of a computer keyboard and mouse.
• Vision Requirements: Ability to read and view screens for extended periods.
• Speaking/Hearing: Regular communication with coworkers and clients in person, over the phone, or via video calls.
• Lifting/Carrying: Occasionally lifting or moving items up to 10-15 pounds, such as office supplies, laptops, or documents.

• Reaching/Bending: Periodic reaching for or bending to access files, supplies, or equipment.
• Mobility: Walking short distances within the office or to meeting rooms.

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.