Inst​/Ast Prof - Fixed Term

Inst/Ast Prof - Fixed Term

The MSU College of Nursing invites applications for part-time teaching positions of Instructors and Assistant Professors. The College of Nursing promotes the health of individuals and communities through excellent educational programs to prepare nurse leaders for practice, research and education. These are academic year or one semester, part-time, fixed-term faculty positions. The position's primary responsibility is clinical teaching in a variety of healthcare settings while providing educational oversight to nursing students.

Collaboration with College of Nursing faculty, administrators, agency staff and students is expected. Assignments are based in East Lansing and a variety of mid- and south Michigan locations. All clinical specialties are encouraged to apply.

If you are interested in learning more about our current teaching needs and areas of specialty please contact the College of Nursing Human Resources Office at  or con.hr to learn more!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Terminal degree in Nursing or related field

• Master's degree in Nursing is required for the rank of Instructor
• DNP or PhD in Nursing or related field for the ranks of Assistant Professor
• Unrestricted RN license without probationary status (or eligible)
• Knowledge of current clinical standards of patient care in practice specialty which support patient quality outcomes
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience in specialty area
• Minimum of three (3) years clinical experience

• Baccalaureate or higher education teaching experience is desired

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter

Applications will begin to be reviewed on May 29, 2026 and will continue to be reviewed on a rolling basis until all teaching needs are filled.

Ability to lift over 25 lbs

Exposure to human blood, serum, tissue and other bodily fluids; and materials covered under Universal Precautions. TB risk or work within 3 feet of human patients in a healthcare setting or have potential exposure to animals or to specimens with Mycobacterium.

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.