Assistant teaching professor, nursing

Ensured Consideration Date: November 1, 2026

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Summary

The Biological Sciences Program within the School of Health, Human, and Biological Systems at Michigan Technological University is seeking applications for an assistant/associate teaching professor. Primary consideration will be for applicants at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor, although applicants with the experience and accomplishments commensurate with a higher rank may be considered for an appointment at the rank of Associate Teaching Professor.

Instructional track faculty in Nursing are primarily responsible for the teaching and supervision of nursing students in the classroom, lab, and clinical settings. Primary teaching responsibilities will include the development and delivery of courses in the areas of Nursing Fundamentals, Maternal-Child Nursing, and Medical-Surgical Nursing or may be assigned based on need and as appropriate.

Responsibilities and Essential Duties

1. Instruction of classes, simulation, and clinical components as assigned.
2. Direct and indirect oversight of students in diverse clinical settings, including direct, individualized supervision of patient care, physical assessments, nursing interventions, and the administration of medications.
3. Coordination of clinical, lab, simulation and course assignments in collaboration with the faculty team within the academic level assigned.
4. Evaluation of students in class and clinical/lab settings.
5. Regular communication with students regarding progress.
6. Maintenance of student academic records.
7. Uphold expected course outcomes.
8. Participate in program assessment activities, committee assignments, and academic advising.
9. Uphold high standards in teaching, advising, and service responsibilities.
10. Advise, lead, supervise, motivate, and mentor students.
11. Perform various administrative duties as required or assigned.
12. Maintain and safeguard confidential data under HIPAA and FERPA regulations.
13. Adhere to university policies and procedures and maintain faculty expectations as required by the university, Michigan Board of Nursing, and accreditation.
14. Maintain current clinical competency and knowledge.
15. Complete all campus and clinical site orientation and trainings.
16. Facilitate and/or conduct student orientation at clinical sites.
17. Be familiar with and comply with clinical site agency policies and procedures.
18. Work collegially and professionally with students, faculty, staff, and external constituents.
19. Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education, Certifications, Licensures

Master’s Degree in nursing or related field with a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing received from an accredited nursing program.

Unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan OR current state of residence with ability to obtain a Michigan Nursing license before hire.

Current BLS certification

Required Experience

Minimum of 3 years of clinical nursing experience.

Desirable Education and/or Experience

Doctoral degree in nursing, education, or related field.

Previous teaching experience in academic, clinical settings, and online.

Maternal-newborn or pediatric experience.

Broad clinical nursing experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities

Highly developed verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present effectively to small and large groups.

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively at all levels in a collaborative team environment.

Meet the physical demands of teaching in a clinical environment for extended periods.

Proficient computer skills.

Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities

Demonstrated success in, or potential future contributions to, working with persons from diverse backgrounds, creating a sense of belonging, and fostering a fair, objective, welcoming place to work for persons with a wide variety of personal characteristics and viewpoints.

Language, Mathematics and/or Reasoning Skills

Apply critical thinking, clinical reasoning, and problem-solving to nursing education and clinical situations.

Perform and teach mathematical calculations relevant to nursing practice.

Read, interpret, and apply professional literature, clinical information, policies, regulations, and accreditation standards.

Communicate clearly and professionally in written and verbal formats with students, colleagues, healthcare professionals, and community partners.

Work Environment and/or Physical Demands

The work environment is that of a typical office and/or classroom/lab setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Work will also be performed in a medical/clinical environment. Clinical and lab environments may involve exposure to operating circumstances that require following standard and prescribed safety precautions.

Required Training and Other Conditions of Employment

Every employee at Michigan Technological University will receive the following training courses:

• Employee Safety Overview
• Annual Data Security Training
• Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, Retaliation Training
• Annual Title IX Training

Additional training will be required by the department on a periodic basis.

Background Check:

Offers of employment are contingent upon and not considered finalized until the required background check has been performed and the results received and assessed.

Other Conditions of Employment:

The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. This is not an E-Verified Position.

Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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