Nursing Faculty, Nursing Care of Infants, Children, and Adolescents (Pediatrics)

Calvin University • Grand Rapids, MI

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About The Position

Calvin University invites applications for a full-time regular faculty member in the Nursing Department to teach Nursing Care of Infants, Children, and Adolescents (Pediatrics), beginning January 2027, pending administrative approval. The position is at the assistant professor rank.

Faculty typically teach 24 semester hours per academic year. They are expected to teach effectively, pursue an active scholarly agenda, grow in Reformed Christian commitment, and serve the university, department, students, and wider community. Candidates will be asked to affirm their commitment to Calvin University's educational mission as a Christian liberal arts university in the Reformed tradition, affiliated with the Christian Reformed Church.

Calvin University offers faculty development opportunities and resources supporting teaching and research, including sabbaticals, grants, course releases, summer research stipends, travel funds, and student research opportunities. The Nursing Department educates professionals and leaders who serve as community partners and advocate for health transformation and health equity among diverse populations. It is launching a curriculum based on Competency Based Education and the latest version of The Essentials in fall 2026. The BSN program is fully accredited, and the department partners with community agencies and acute care networks.

Applicants should submit an online application, a letter addressing the position's requirements and responsibilities and their interest in teaching and scholarship at a Reformed Christian university, and a full curriculum vitae. Application review begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.

Requirements

• Vibrant Christian faith and dedication to integrating faith with the field of study.
• PhD or DNP in Nursing or a related field is preferred as the stated ideal; candidates with a master's degree and a minimum of five years' experience will also be considered.
• Active, unencumbered RN license in Michigan, or an active, unencumbered RN license in another U.S. state and eligibility for Michigan licensure by endorsement.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level.
• An active stream of relevant research and publication.
• Commitment to Calvin University's educational mission as a Christian liberal arts university affiliated with the Christian Reformed Church.
• Commitment to the Christian faith and integration of faith, learning, and student development.
• Awareness and commitment to establishing relationships and positive communication across multiple dimensions of diversity.

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching using a variety of methods and instructional technology.
• Broad interdisciplinary interests.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Ability to integrate questions of meaning, significance, and ethics into course content.
• Deep commitment to engaging students beyond the classroom.

Responsibilities

• Teach Nursing Care of Infants, Children, and Adolescents (Pediatrics).
• Typically teach 24 semester hours per academic year.
• Teach effectively at the undergraduate level.
• Pursue an active scholarly agenda, including relevant research and publication.
• Serve the university, department, students, and wider community.
• Integrate Christian faith with the field of study and student development.

Benefits

• Faculty development opportunities.
• Sabbaticals.
• Grants.
• Course releases.
• Summer research stipends.
• Travel funds.
• Student research opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior