Assistant/Associate Professor of Nursing / Tenure Track

Westfield State University • Westfield, MA

407d • $90,000 - $115,000

About The Position

The Assistant/Associate Professor of Nursing position at Westfield State University is a full-time, tenure-track role beginning in fall 2025. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and teaching courses in adult health nursing, with a focus on clinical skills and geriatric care. Faculty are expected to engage in scholarly activities, provide academic advising, and contribute to the university and community service. The role emphasizes innovative teaching across various modalities, including face-to-face, online, and hybrid formats.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Nursing.
• A minimum of three years of recent full-time experience in adult health nursing.
• Current licensure (or eligibility) in Massachusetts.
• Strong clinical skills.

Nice To Haves

• A doctorate in nursing or enrollment in a doctoral program.
• Teaching experience at the baccalaureate level.

Responsibilities

• Develop and teach courses in adult health nursing.
• Teach clinical skills to nursing students at community and hospital sites.
• Provide care for adults across the lifespan, with a focus on geriatric clients.
• Demonstrate expertise in physical assessment and pharmacology.
• Utilize simulation equipment in teaching.
• Advise students and support their academic development.
• Engage in scholarly activities and professional development.
• Provide service to the university and the community.

Benefits

• Health Insurance options (HMO, POS, PPO) effective on the 1st of the month following hire.
• Retirement pension through the MA State Employee Retirement System after a 10-year vesting period or Optional Retirement Plan with up to 5% employer matching.
• Tuition waivers and discounts for employees, spouses, and dependent children at MA state colleges and universities.
• 12 paid holidays and generous vacation, personal, and sick leave benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree