Faculty, Nursing (Adult Health), Full-Time, Tenure Track, AY 2026-2027

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Salem, MA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Salem State University undergraduate nursing program is seeking applicants for a Full-Time, Tenure Track (nine month) contract faculty position in Adult Health nursing. The School of Nursing seeks a faculty member who is dedicated to educational excellence, thrives in a student-centered teaching program, and has strong interest in preparing a nursing workforce able to meet the many challenges of today's healthcare environment. Faculty members also serve the department through curriculum development, program evaluation, and policy development and evaluation.

Salem State University offers an environment where academic excellence and student success are paramount. We seek faculty who are passionate about educating a diverse student body of learners and leaders and who thrive in a collegial and collaborative setting. As an institution dedicated to civic engagement and the success of first generation college students, we value initiative, continuous improvement and accountability. Join our community, where your scholarship and teaching will have a lasting impact on both the University and the greater world.

At Salem State University we are deeply committed to academic excellence and the transformative power of higher education. As a faculty member, you will play a vital role in shaping the learning and growth of our students, many of whom are the first in their families to attend college. We value collegiality, collaboration and a dedication to student success. Join us in a community that prioritizes civic engagement and continuous improvement, where your contributions will help build a socially just world and inspire the next generation of scholars.

Requirements

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
• Minimum of five years of full-time experience in nursing practice within the last five years
• Demonstrated expertise in Adult Health nursing
• Hold a current unencumbered Massachusetts Registered Nurse license or eligibility

Nice To Haves

• An earned doctoral degree
• Certification CNE, CNE-cl
• Two or more years of Full Time Equivalency (FTE) in didactic and/or clinical teaching
• Evidence of emerging scholarly activity
• Experience in nursing curriculum development, instructional technologies, and program evaluation
• Ability to teach using Learning Management Systems (LMS), simulation and innovative teaching strategies
• Experience and enthusiasm for teaching and mentoring in a multi-ethnic environment with students of various backgrounds and learning styles
• Demonstrated expertise in Mental Health nursing
• As a Hispanic and Minority Serving Institution (HIS/MSI), Salem State University seeks to enrich the faculty/librarian ranks by actively encouraging candidates whose lived experiences align with those of our students and/or whose body of scholarly work addresses issues regarding the welfare and representation of Latino other historically under-served communities in the United States. Candidates who meet these strongly desired qualifications should present documented activities in aligned teaching, scholarship/research, and service, including community-based endeavors

Responsibilities

• Candidates are required to perform duties in accordance with the MSCA contract.
• Duties include teaching, advising, scholarship and contributions to continuously improve the department and university.
• The standard teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time