NSU Tenure Track Assistant /Associate Professor of Nursing – 12 Month

Virginia Information Technologies Agency•Norfolk, VA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Norfolk State University’s Department of Nursing and Allied Health in the College of Science, Engineering, and Technology invites applications for a 12-month tenure-track position at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate nursing courses in the traditional Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN) programs, and direct undergraduate research projects. The university seeks an accomplished teacher-scientist with a record of teaching and grantsmanship, preferably with experience at an institution with a profile similar to Norfolk State University. The faculty member will help strengthen NSU’s research environment and support the growth and success of the Department’s nursing programs. The position begins in August 2027 and is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Application review begins October 25, 2026, and continues until the position is filled.

Requirements

Earned Master of Science in Nursing from a regionally accredited college or university.
Earned terminal degree in nursing or a related field, such as a DNP, PhD, or DrPH.
At least five years of nursing practice experience.
Record of scholarly achievement in teaching, research, service, and professional development.
Current, unencumbered registered nurse license or multistate licensure privilege to practice nursing in Virginia, or ability to obtain one before the start date.

Nice To Haves

Substantive specialization or certification in a specialty field or area of research focus.
History of research funding and/or publications.
Experience with virtual simulation learning platforms.
Knowledge of higher education and nursing accreditation processes.
Experience at an institution with a profile similar to Norfolk State University.

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate nursing courses in the traditional BSN and RN to BSN programs.
Direct undergraduate research projects.
Develop, implement, and evaluate the philosophy and objectives of the nursing education program.
Design, implement, teach, evaluate, and revise the curriculum.
Develop and evaluate student admission, progression, retention, and graduation policies within the framework of NSU.
Participate in academic advisement and counseling of students in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act.
Provide opportunities for, and document, student and graduate evaluation of curriculum, teaching, and program effectiveness.
Document faculty and committee meeting actions through a systematic plan for total program review.
Build and maintain effective collegial relationships with students, faculty, university and clinical agency staff, and administration.
Model professional, evidence-based nursing practice that is sensitive to diverse and multicultural considerations.
Maintain professional and ethical boundaries with students, coworkers, and others in learning environments.
Participate in university service and events.
Follow University Faculty Handbook guidelines for promotion and tenure.
Participate in annual scholarly activities, including research projects, grant proposal development and submission, manuscript writing, and professional presentations.