Nursing, Assistant Teaching Professor

The Pennsylvania State University • Altoona, PA

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About The Position

The Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing undergraduate program at Penn State Altoona seeks applicants for a full-time, non-tenure-line teaching position at the rank of Instructor or Assistant Teaching Professor in Nursing . This position is a full-time, thirty-six-week appointment for the summer and fall semesters, with a April 2026, start date. Candidates for the position at the rank of Instructor will possess a master’s degree in Nursing and eligibility for RN licensure in Pennsylvania. An earned Doctorate degree (e.g., DNP, PhD) within 5 years of hire is a condition of continued employment.
Candidates for the position at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor will possess a doctorate degree (e.g., DNP, PhD) and eligibility for RN licensure in Pennsylvania. Candidates with a doctorate will be given preference. Primary responsibilities will include coordination and instruction in adult medical-surgical nursing, including classroom, simulation lab, and clinical teaching. In addition to teaching, responsibilities include advising students, participating in committees, and other service and scholarly activities as appropriate. Successful applicants should show evidence of professional growth, scholarship, and mastery of medical surgical subject matter; hold a valid nursing license; and be eligible for RN licensure in Pennsylvania. Applicants are required to submit a cover letter of application detailing relevant qualifications for the position, a current curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information for three professional references. Application review begins immediately and continues until a suitable candidate is found.

Requirements

• Candidates for the position at the rank of Instructor will possess a master’s degree in Nursing and eligibility for RN licensure in Pennsylvania. An earned Doctorate degree (e.g., DNP, PhD) within 5 years of hire is a condition of continued employment.
• Candidates for the position at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor will possess a doctorate degree (e.g., DNP, PhD) and eligibility for RN licensure in Pennsylvania.
• Successful applicants should show evidence of professional growth, scholarship, and mastery of medical surgical subject matter
• Hold a valid nursing license
• Be eligible for RN licensure in Pennsylvania
• Applicants are required to submit a cover letter of application detailing relevant qualifications for the position, a current curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information for three professional references.
• This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.
• This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates with a doctorate will be given preference.

Responsibilities

• Coordination and instruction in adult medical-surgical nursing, including classroom, simulation lab, and clinical teaching
• Advising students
• Participating in committees
• Service and scholarly activities as appropriate

Benefits

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional wellbeing.
• In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

What This Job Offers

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