Part-time - Assistant Clinical Professor

Part-time - Assistant Clinical Professor

The nursing program at Iowa State University is hiring a part-time Assistant Clinical Professor to develop and teach undergraduate- and graduate-level courses for the Masters of Nursing. This is a 9-month, 40% effort, position with a three-year term (renewable). The faculty member will be responsible, in collaboration with the Director of Nursing Education and nursing faculty, to develop course content, including modules, readings, multimedia resources, assessments, and discussion prompts.

In alignment with the overall curriculum, all content will integrate Open Educational Resources (OER), ensure content relevancy, and promote student-centered learning that adapts to a wide range of student needs and experiences. The faculty member will be the instructor of record for courses offered the fully online for MSN courses in the fall and spring semesters. It is expected that the faculty member will participate in course review and revision based on feedback and evaluation metrics, meet project deadlines, and maintain regular communication with the course development team.

The expected teaching assignments will include the following courses, and qualified applicants must have subject matter expertise in each of these areas
1) Translational Nursing Research – graduate level;
2) Professional Role Development and Leadership in Advanced Practice Nursing – graduate level;
3) Healthcare Informatics and Communication – graduate level.

• Licensed Registered Nurse in the state of Iowa
• Doctoral degree (PhD, DrPH, DNP, EdD) in a relevant field.
• Demonstrated expertise in the specified course disciplines, supported by academic and experiential qualifications.

• Experience in curriculum development and/or instructional design, including online courses.
• Strong written communication skills and the ability to present complex ideas clearly.
• Ability to integrate technology into teaching and learning.
• Familiarity with OER and digital pedagogy.
• Completion of Quality Matters or similar instructional design training.
• Experience working with graduate-level programs.

To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

Applicants must submit:

• Cover Letter that includes:
• A statement of interest and description of teaching experience.
• A description of experiential and academic expertise relevant to the identified courses.
• A summary of experience in curriculum design, instructional development, or course creation.
• A description of prior online teaching experience, including digital pedagogy, technology integration, and evidence‑based online instructional practices.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Transcripts for all degrees and licenses

Applications received by July 02, 2026 will receive full consideration.

Questions regarding this position may be directed to Dr. Dawn Bowker, Director of Nursing Education dmbowker If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment or call  or Toll Free:

Iowa State Faculty enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans, Generous leave plans, Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa), Life insurance and long-term disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Various voluntary benefits and discounts, Employee Assistance Program, Wellbeing program