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Plymouth State University invites dynamic applicants who are committed to academic excellence and devoted to teaching in a vibrant learning environment to apply for a Clinical Assistant or Clinical Associate Professor of Nursing (Non-Tenure-track). Applications are being accepted for a full-time, non-tenure track (9 month) Nursing faculty position teaching pre-licensure undergraduate students in the classroom and clinical areas. The candidate will also be expected to advise undergraduate students and provide service to the university.
Duties/Responsibilities
Teaching
Clinical Assistant or Clinical Associate Faculty are required to teach 20-21 credits per year. All credit hours will include any course/credit release. They teach undergraduate nursing courses that incorporate current theory and research while employing contemporary instructional design. Areas of responsibility will vary according to the faculty member’s areas of expertise. All faculty participate in the development and delivery of interprofessional education.
Clinical responsibilities
Clinical Nursing faculty provide clinical instruction and/or oversight for students’ clinical experiences including evaluation of student achievement and competence. They additionally direct and debrief students in clinical simulation and labs.
Service
Service is another important component of a faculty member’s workload. Service can be to the discipline, the School, the University, and the community and/or profession.
Requirements:
Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience:
Master’s degree in Nursing
Two years practice as a registered nurse for the Clinical Assistant
Four years of practice as a registered nurse for Clinical Associate
Five years of relevant college/university level teaching experience for Clinical Associate
Mental Health Nursing Background
Desire to work as part of a team in the program, School and within the University
Required Licenses & Certifications:
Unencumbered RN license in the State of New Hampshire or eligibility for licensing in New Hampshire
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Experience using instructional technology and/or developing and delivering effective online instruction
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in curriculum development and program evaluation
Simulation Experience
Applicant Instructions:
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled or otherwise closed at the University’s discretion. Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online within the My Experience: Resume/CV section of the application: (Maximum of 5 Documents)
Letter of application outlining background, qualifications and vision for the position
Curriculum vitae
Three (3) current professional written letters of recommendation
Additionally, upload the following documents within the Application Questions section of the application:
Copies of graduate transcripts
Teaching philosophy statement
Applications that are missing any of the required items may not move forward for consideration. Additional uploaded documents not requested in the position announcement will not be reviewed.
Compensation Pay Range:
$75,000 - $80,000
The rank of the selected candidate will depend upon the candidate’s qualifications.
Plymouth State University offers high-quality baccalaureate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs. Through research and innovative community partnerships, the University contributes to the economic, social, cultural, and environmental development of the North Country and Lakes Region of New Hampshire and beyond.
Plymouth State University (PSU) is transforming the campus to create a first-of-its-kind university holistically organized around integrated clusters. Our goal is to provide a dynamic interdisciplinary and innovative learning environment. Students, faculty, staff, and community will connect to solve real-world challenges that will benefit people and organizations at all levels. We are a residential and comprehensive university with a warm and engaged learning community focused on teaching excellence and regional engagement. The University is located in the heart of the Lakes Region and White Mountains of New Hampshire and serves approximately 4,300 undergraduate and more than 2,000 graduate students.
Surrounded by lakes and mountains, PSU’s 170-acre campus provides students with an outstanding natural laboratory for learning and an ideal setting for outdoor recreation. PSU has consistently earned national recognition for its commitment to community service, environmental sustainability, academic excellence, and employee wellness.
EEO Statement
The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.
The pay range for this position is listed above. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. More information on benefits can be found here: USNH Employee Benefits | Human Resources
Salary Grade:
Faculty 01Location:
PlymouthSkills Required
- Master's degree in Nursing
- Two years practice as a registered nurse (Clinical Assistant)
- Four years practice as a registered nurse (Clinical Associate)
- Five years relevant college/university level teaching experience (Clinical Associate)
- Mental health nursing background
- Unencumbered RN license in New Hampshire or eligibility for NH licensure
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Experience using instructional technology and/or developing and delivering effective online instruction
- Desire to work as part of a team in the program, School, and University
- Experience in curriculum development and program evaluation
- Simulation experience
What We Do
The University System of New Hampshire is the largest provider of postsecondary education in the Granite State, operating three educational institutions that offer a broad array of education, research, and public services.
