FACULTY (RN) - SCHOOL OF NURSING (PART TIME)

Term Faculty (Non-Tenure Track) - School of Nursing: BSN (26-27)
Full‑time faculty positions will be posted on a per‑opening basis. Postings are organized by college/school and department. Applicants will be evaluated at the college/school level for the position for which they are submitting an application. DePaul University invites expressions of interest for a pool of qualified Part‑Time Faculty to teach courses in a variety of disciplines across all 10 colleges and schools. College/School: Chicago, IL - College of Science and Health

The School of Nursing in the College of Science and Health at DePaul University invites applications for a full‑time term, non‑tenure track Pre‑Licensure Nursing faculty position beginning September 1, 2026. We seek faculty committed to student‑centered teaching, clinical excellence, and preparing the next generation of nurses to provide safe, ethical, evidence‑informed, and equity‑centered care. The successful candidate will join a collaborative School of Nursing with a strong commitment to community engagement, academic excellence, and the Vincentian mission. They will have opportunities to engage in faculty development, contribute to curricular innovation, and participate in the ongoing advancement of the School of Nursing.

Teaching assignments will be determined based on program needs, faculty expertise, and School of Nursing workload expectations. The faculty member will teach in the BSN and Master's Entry into Nursing Practice (MENP) programs. While candidates from all specialty areas are encouraged to apply, priority will be given to applicants with medical‑surgical, critical care, or pediatric nursing experience.

Ideal candidates will bring a strong record of clinical nursing practice, a commitment to teaching excellence, and a desire to support student success in a mission‑driven, urban university environment.

Teach and support pre‑licensure nursing students through didactic, laboratory, and clinical instruction in assigned BSN and MENP courses. Use evidence‑informed, inclusive, student‑centered, and technology‑enhanced teaching practices and instructional design strategies that support student success, clinical judgment development, professional role formation, and readiness for licensure and entry‑level nursing practice.

Contribute to curriculum, program quality, and faculty collaboration through curriculum development, program evaluation, student policy development, continuous quality improvement, lead‑faculty responsibilities for assigned courses, adjunct faculty mentoring as appropriate, and the development, implementation, and evaluation of the purpose, philosophy, and objectives of the nursing education program.

Engage in advising, service, and professional development by advising pre‑licensure students, maintaining educational and clinical expertise, and participating in School of Nursing and College of Science and Health service activities. Beginning in the second year of appointment, service to one School of Nursing committee is expected.

About the School of Nursing
DePaul University’s School of Nursing offers BSN, Master’s Entry into Nursing Practice, RN to MSN specialty, Post‑Master Certificate, and DNP programs. Nursing programs emphasize community engagement, service learning in vulnerable communities, social justice, and excellent, safe, quality nursing care. Students complete clinical learning experiences across more than 100 health‑care institutions.

The College of Science and Health includes the School of Nursing and departments of Biological Sciences, Chemistry and Biochemistry, Environmental Science and Studies, Health Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, Neuroscience, Physics and Astrophysics, Psychology, and Rehabilitative Sciences and Professions. The college is committed to delivering exceptional, personalized, accessible, and inclusive education in science and health disciplines to a diverse student body. Vincent de Paul, it nurtures student success and a sense of belonging within the community. As leaders in science and health education and research in the vibrant city of Chicago, the college embraces its responsibility to promote social and environmental justice.

A master’s degree in nursing.

A minimum of two years of full‑time equivalent clinical experience as a registered nurse.

Current RN licensure in Illinois, or eligibility for Illinois RN licensure with application in process by the time of appointment.

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, clinical partners, and academic leaders.

Experience teaching pre‑licensure nursing students.

Clinical experience in medical‑surgical nursing, pediatrics, critical care, or another high‑need specialty area.

Experience serving as lead faculty or mentoring adjunct faculty.

Application Instructions
A letter of application detailing their interest in and qualifications for the position.

These individuals will be contacted by the Interfolio application system for direct recommendation letter uploads. otherwise the application may appear incomplete.

Candidates will not be considered until all required materials are received. Applications submitted by July 17, 2026 receive priority consideration. Review of applications begins on July 17, 2026 and continues until the position is filled.

Spurlark, Director of the School of Nursing, at View email address on click.appcast.io salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as qualifications, education, experience, and training, the scope and responsibilities of the position, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.

DePaul University offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, and tuition benefit. Academic Calendar
Classes in Autumn, Winter, and Spring quarters are 11 weeks in length (including finals week) and Summer courses, in two sessions, are typically 5 weeks in length. Classes in the Fall and Spring semesters are 16 weeks in length (including finals week) and it offers a Summer Session of 7 weeks (including final exams).

Applicant Documents

Confidential Letter of Recommendation or Evaluation (3)

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