Lecturer​/Assistant Professor of Nursing; Tenure Track

Job Title: Lecturer/Assistant Professor of Nursing (Tenure Track)

Location: Dalton State College

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job : 283664

Dalton State College delivers a transformational education experience in a community serving more than 5,000 students through its two campuses and online programs. A member of the University System of Georgia, we provide access to high-quality bachelor's degrees, associate degrees, and career and teaching certificate programs that are responsive to regional and state needs.

Located about 90 minutes from Atlanta and 30 minutes from Chattanooga, Dalton State is nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in northwest Georgia and is surrounded by abundant outdoor recreation opportunities. We attract students from 35 countries and 26 states. Approximately half of our students are first-generation college students. Dalton State is Georgia's first federally-designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI); through this designation, we administer a Title V and a Title III HSI STEM Grant program that benefit all students.

Our mission and values undergird our commitment to creating a sense of belonging for all students and to ensuring their success. Dalton State was ranked #1 in the nation for Student Experience in The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse 2024 Best Colleges in the U.S. rankings and the #2 most recommended institution in the country in 2025. In addition, we are proud to have been recognized in 2024 as one of 75 "Great Colleges to Work For" by Modern Think, along with an Honor Roll distinction.

The School of Health Professions at Dalton State College (DSC) invites applicants for two full-time (10 month), Lecturer/tenure-track Assistant Professor of Nursing beginning as soon as possible. Faculty workload at Dalton State College consists of the following five components: (1) teaching, (2) student success, (3) research/scholarship/creative activity or academic achievement, (4) professional service to the institution or community, and (5) professional growth.

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching courses in the nursing sequence as well as additional courses in their area of expertise in the classroom. Other duties include advising and mentoring students, keeping office hours, developing curriculum, assessment of student learning, providing service to the campus and community, and undertaking professional development. Teaching assignments may include day, evening, off-campus, or online courses.

DSC's Nursing department has two locations, Main Campus at Dalton and the Mountain Campus in Elljay.

Candidates with a Master's degree in Nursing or related field may be hired at the rank of Assistant Professor. Candidates with a Bachelor's degree must earn a Master's degree in Nursing or related field within three years of start date. Bachelor degree candidates would be hired as a Lecturer with consideration for promotion to Assistant Professor once Master's degree in Nursing or related field has been completed.

This position has been reopened for immediate review and consideration following approval to hire three additional nursing faculty. We invite qualified applicants to apply as we continue to expand our nursing program and strengthen support for our students

Salary commensurate with education level and experience

Lecturer minimum $54,000

Assistant Professor minimum $65,000

Candidates with prior teaching experience, please provide evidence of teaching/training effectiveness (e.g. copies of course evaluations if available)

• Healthcare options
• Retirement option:
  Teachers Retirement Systems (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
• Tuition assistance
• $100 annually in well-being rewards
• Paid sick leave
• Paid parental leave
• Winter break (December Holidays)
• USG Benefits

• Teach courses at the undergraduate nursing level with clinical responsibilities. The teaching load will consist of 24 to 30 credit hours (based on nursing contact hours) per academic year.
• Advise students using Banner/Degree Works each semester for the subsequent semesters, assist with graduation applications, mentor students, and assist with career placement.
• Actively participate and serve on committees in the college, school, and community.
• Participate in other appropriate service and professional activities related to the…