Assistant Professor of Nursing

Chester - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 25-10-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Reporting to the Dean School of Nursing the Assistant Professor of Nursing is a 10-month tenure-track position. This position plays a pivotal role in advancing the Universitys mission of excellence in nursing education research and practice. The successful candidate will contribute to graduate and undergraduate instruction mentor students engage in scholarly activities and support the development of a diverse and inclusive academic environment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (including but not limited to):

Essential duties:

Instruction

Provide high-quality student-centered teaching in graduate nursing programs with occasional contributions to undergraduate courses as needed.

Innovate in Teaching & Learning

Design implement and evaluate evidence-based instructional strategies that promote student success and meet program learning outcomes.

Advance Scholarly Work

Maintain an active program of scholarship and research aligned with rank and tenure expectations.

Engage in Clinical Practice

Participate in clinical activities consistent with advanced practice certification to maintain professional competency and relevance.

Mentor and Advise Students

Support students through academic advising career guidance and professional development across all stages of their educational journey.

Guide Capstone and Dissertation Projects

Supervise Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) projects and/or PhD dissertations in areas of expertise.

Support Student Success Initiatives

Contribute to recruitment retention and engagement efforts to foster a thriving and inclusive student community.

Contribute to Service and Leadership

Actively participate in service to the School of Nursing the university and the broader healthcare and academic communities.

Champion Belonging and Inclusion

Promote a culture of equity inclusion and academic freedom fostering a welcoming environment for all students and colleagues.

Secondary Responsibilities:

Develop and deliver continuing education programs.
Promote interprofessional education and collaborative learning experiences.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned or directed to support departmental needs and align with the mission of the School of Nursing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (education/training and experience required):

Required:

Earned doctorate in nursing or related field (PhD required for tenure-track appointment at Associate Professor rank).
Masters degree in Nursing.
Active RN license and eligibility for licensure in Pennsylvania.
Minimum of five (5) years of full-time academic teaching experience with a focus on graduate nursing education.

Preferred:

Current certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP).
Certification as a Nurse Educator (CNE).
Current appointment as Associate Professor at a comparable institution.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR UNUSUAL HOURS:

Evening teaching assignments may be required.
This position requires a commitment to academic excellence innovation and student success.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin age sex sexual orientation disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Widener University is committed to fostering an inclusive community in which faculty staff and students from a variety of backgrounds cultures and personal experiences are welcomed and can are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age color national origin race religion disability veteran status sex sexual orientation gender identity genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Widener University an independent metropolitan doctoral-intensive university connects curricula to social issues through civic engagement. Dynamic teaching active scholarship personal attention and experiential learning are key components of the Widener Experience. Located in Chester PA Wideners main campus is nestled between Philadelphia PA and Wilmington DE with Law Schools located in both Harrisburg and Wilmington. For more information about the university please visit our website at .

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