Open Rank Faculty of Nursing (Obstetrics Focus)

St. Mary•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

St. Mary's University invites applications for an open-rank tenure-track or tenured faculty position in obstetric nursing to support the growth of its Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program. Appointment at the associate or full professor level will depend on qualifications. The BSN program, approved by the Texas Board of Nursing, welcomed its inaugural cohort in Fall 2025. The successful candidate is expected to support and contribute to the University's Catholic Marianist educational mission. The faculty member will teach during a two-semester academic year, covering theoretical knowledge and practical or clinical applications in their areas of expertise. The role also includes curriculum development and review, student assessment, advising and mentoring, scholarly activity, service, and collaboration with clinical partners. The successful candidate will maintain expertise through continuing education and professional engagement, use appropriate teaching technologies, and contribute to the development and recognition of the College and University. Candidates must have a doctoral degree in nursing or a relevant field (PhD, DNP, or EdD); an MSN is required if the doctorate is not in nursing. Candidates must hold a current, unencumbered RN license and be eligible for licensure in Texas, hold current AHA BLS/CPR for Healthcare Providers certification, have at least two years of full-time clinical nursing experience, and demonstrate expertise in obstetric nursing. Evidence of or potential for excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service aligned with the University's Catholic and Marianist mission is also required. The successful candidate will sustain scholarly productivity related to nursing education and/or clinical practice and demonstrate a record or clear potential for peer-reviewed dissemination. Applications should include a letter of application describing the candidate's interest and teaching and professional development goals, a curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts, and contact information for three references. Employment is contingent on a clear background check and confirmation of official graduate transcripts. For full consideration, applications should be received by February 1, 2027.

Requirements

Doctoral degree in nursing or a relevant field (PhD, DNP, or EdD); an MSN is required if the doctoral degree is not in nursing.
Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license, with eligibility for licensure in Texas.
Current AHA BLS/CPR for Healthcare Providers certification.
At least two years of full-time clinical nursing experience.
Demonstrated expertise in obstetric nursing.
Evidence of, or potential for, excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service aligned with the Catholic and Marianist mission of St. Mary's University.
Ability to support and contribute to the University's Marianist educational mission.
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams, and virtual platforms such as Zoom.
For the application, submit a letter of application describing interest in the position and teaching and professional development goals, a curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts, and names and contact information for three references.
Successful completion of a clear background check and receipt and confirmation of official graduate transcripts are conditions of employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in simulation, innovative teaching strategies, or educational technology.
Experience in curriculum design, accreditation processes such as CCNE, and program assessment.
Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency.
Certified Nurse Educator (CNE) credential.
A record or clear potential for peer-reviewed dissemination of scholarship.

Responsibilities

Teach during a two-semester academic year in areas of expertise, including theoretical and practical or clinical applications.
Maintain subject-matter proficiency through continuing education, advanced degree and certification programs, conferences, seminars, and professional literature.
Design and update classroom and clinical instructional activities that promote active learning, problem-solving, critical thinking, and flexibility.
Incorporate relevant teaching technologies when they enhance teaching and student learning.
Prepare instructional plans that reflect changes in the field and keep the program current.
Manage classrooms effectively and evaluate student learning with appropriate assessment tools.
Collaborate with clinical entities providing student clinical experiences under contractual agreements.
Maintain supportive and professional relationships with students, faculty, staff, and other constituencies.
Participate in curriculum development, program review, and revision in the faculty member's subject areas.
Participate in University scholarly, grant, and/or research activities and engage in discipline-related scholarship.
Provide input at faculty, department, and college meetings.
Mentor and advise assigned pre-nursing and nursing students, supporting academic planning, progression, and achievement of program requirements.
Maintain appropriate availability to students, provide timely guidance and referrals, document advising interactions, and promote student success, retention, and progression.
Participate in departmental, school, and university committees and contribute to community partnerships consistent with Marianist values.
Participate in professional organizations and non-teaching activities that benefit and recognize the College, including community service.
Contribute to a sustained program of scholarly productivity and peer-reviewed dissemination in nursing education and/or clinical practice.