Faculty Tenure Track-9 Mo - INTERNAL OPENING FOR URRENT KSU EMPLOYEES ONLY

Kent State • Kent, OH

17h • Onsite

About The Position

The College of Nursing at Kent State University invites applications from current Kent State employees for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track faculty position at the Kent Campus in Kent, Ohio. The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate and/or graduate nursing programs and support the College’s mission of advancing health through education, scholarship, and community engagement. The role is intended for an educator-scholar committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service.

Applicants must hold an earned doctorate in Nursing or a related field, have an unencumbered Ohio RN license or eligibility for licensure, and have at least two years of RN clinical practice. Candidates should demonstrate potential for excellence in teaching and scholarly activity, along with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Preferred qualifications include a record of research, publications, and/or grant funding, higher-education teaching experience using innovative or technology-enhanced methods, and clinical expertise aligned with program needs.

To apply, candidates must submit an online application, current resume or vita, cover letter, and the names of three professional references. A security check is required. The position involves light physical work, communication with others, frequent travel between buildings, and occasional off-campus travel. Kent State University is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a smoke-free, tobacco-free policy across its campuses and other properties.

Requirements

• Earned doctorate (Ph.D., D.N.P., or equivalent) in Nursing or a related field.
• Current unencumbered RN license, or eligibility for licensure, in the State of Ohio.
• At least two years of clinical practice as an RN.
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and scholarly activity.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be a current Kent State University employee; the opening is limited to current KSU employees.
• Must pass a security check.

Nice To Haves

• Established record of research, publications, and/or grant funding, particularly for higher-rank consideration.
• Experience teaching in higher education and using innovative or technology-enhanced teaching methods.
• Clinical expertise in a specialty area aligned with program needs.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate nursing courses in areas of expertise, such as Medical-Surgical, Community Health, Psychiatric-Mental Health, Leadership, or Advanced Practice.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate innovative curricula and instructional strategies.
• Establish and maintain an active scholarly research program leading to publications and external funding.
• Advise and mentor students in academic and professional development.
• Participate in service activities at the program, college, university, and professional levels.
• Engage in community outreach and foster partnerships with healthcare organizations.
• Contribute to accreditation and program evaluation processes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree