Lecturer​/Assistant Professor of Practice​/Assistant Professor

Position: Lecturer/ Assistant Professor of Practice/ Assistant Professor
Description & Details:

Position Title:

Lecturer / Assistant Professor of Practice / Assistant Professor, depending on credentials

Appointment Type:
Full-Time

Location:

North Dakota State University at Sanford Health - BISMARCK

Position Summary

The School of Nursing at North Dakota State University at Sanford Health in BISMARCK invites applications for a full-time faculty position (9-month academic year) to support undergraduate nursing education. We seek a dynamic educator and clinician to teach across key areas of the BSN curriculum, including Pharmacology & Pathophysiology for Nursing, Foundations of Clinical Nursing labs, and Medical-Surgical clinical instruction. This role also includes student advising, participation in recruitment efforts, and active engagement in School of Nursing committees.

Primary Responsibilities

* Teach undergraduate nursing courses in:

* Pharmacology and Pathophysiology for Nursing

* Foundations of Clinical Nursing (laboratory instructor)

* Medical-Surgical (clinical instructor)

* Maintain currency in clinical practice and nursing education trends

* Provide academic advising and mentorship to BSN students throughout the curriculum

* Participate in student recruitment events and outreach initiatives

* Serve on School of Nursing committees and contribute to shared governance

Work Schedule:

Full-time faculty position (9-month academic year)

Salary:

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN, BAN)

* If not a doctoral degree, Master's degree (MS, MSN)

* An active, unencumbered RN license in the state of North Dakota (ND) or eligibility for licensing in ND

* Strong oral and written communication, collaboration, and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications:

* Doctoral degree (DNP, PhD, EdD)

* Experience teaching in a baccalaureate nursing program

* Clinical experience in medical-surgical nursing

* Familiarity with clinical skills labs

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to shape the next generation of nurses in a supportive, student-centered academic environment. NDSU at Sanford Health values innovation, collaboration, and a deep commitment to preparing practice-ready graduates who lead with compassion and clinical excellence.

Screening will begin: 2/2/26

NDSU OFFERS EXCELLENT BENEFITS!

Full time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

Health Insurance coverage with 100% of the premium paid for by NDSU for Single or Family Plan

Option of a PPO/Basic Plan or High Deductible Health Plan with Health Savings Account

Benefits begin the first of the month following date of hire

Wellness benefits are included for healthy lifestyle participation

Superb Retirement Plan

Employer Contributions range from 7.5% - 12.26% based on position

Basic Term Life Insurance

Tuition Waivers for Employee (three classes per calendar year)

Tuitions Waivers for Spouse/Partner & Dependents (eligible for 50% waiver)

Paid Leave - including Annual leave, Sick Leave and 10 paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Optional benefits include:
Supplemental Life, Dental, Vision, Long-term care insurance, Flexible Spending Account (Health & Dependent Care) and Supplemental Retirement Plans

More Detailed Information Here:
Benefits | Human Resources | NDSU

About Us:

North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. We educate leaders who solve national and global challenges by providing affordable access to an excellent education that combines teaching and research in a rich learning environment.

NDSU is in the highest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, R1, granted to the top research institutions in the country.

NDSU has offices across the state of North Dakota, and the main campus is in Fargo, on the Minnesota border. Along with Moorhead, Minnesota, Fargo forms one of the largest metropolitan centers between Minneapolis and Seattle. The community is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live.

NDSU is committed to fostering a community where differences are recognized as strengths. Rooted in our land-grant mission, we work together to meet the needs of North Dakota and…