Assistant Teaching Professor, College of Nursing and Health Sciences

Seattle University invites applications to fill multiple 9-month term faculty positions at the Assistant, Associate or Full Clinical or Teaching Track rank to begin August 1, 2027. Position will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. Term faculty have the responsibility to actively pursue and participate in activities related to teaching and service and institution-building. Faculty on the clinical track are also responsible expected to engage in scholarly activity.

The Nursing program offers prelicensure and post-licensure nursing degrees including a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and a Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP) with specialties in Family Nurse Practitioner, Acute Care-Adult Gerontology, Psychiatric-Mental Health, Midwifery, and Women’s Health. The BSN and DNP academic degree programs are seeking candidates with experience as an Adult/Gerontological Nurse Practitioner (Primary Care) or Clinical Nurse Specialist, Family Nurse Practitioner, and/or expertise in Medical-Surgical Nursing, Pediatrics, Community Health, Pathophysiology, and Pharmacology.

Faculty have opportunity for involvement in both pre-licensure and post-licensure nursing programs and to instruct in both in-person and virtual classrooms as well as in clinical practice and simulation settings across a range of nursing specialty areas. Individuals with knowledge and experience in competency-based education (as defined by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing), facilitating simulation, and artificial intelligence related to nursing education are particularly encouraged to apply.

Seattle University’s College of Nursing and Health Sciences is seeking teacher-scholars motivated to be part of a community-engaged, creative and dynamic learning organization committed to social justice, teaching innovation, impactful scholarship, and the formation of health professionals endeavoring to create a more humane world by meeting the health and healthcare needs of all people, especially those marginalized and underserved. We are looking to build a team that is inspired and committed to make a difference for the greater good of society, as Seattle University has a vision to be one of the most innovative and progressive Jesuit and Catholic universities in the world, educating with excellence at the undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels.

Applicants Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to Seattle University's and College of Nursing and Health Sciences' mission, vision, and values. The College emphasizes care of communities and populations that are underserved and marginalized. In concert with our Jesuit tradition, we are dedicated to social justice and leadership formation. Our faculty employ best practices and innovative approaches to graduating the highest quality nurses at both the undergraduate and doctoral levels.

Nationally-respected health and research institutions in the Western Washington and Pacific Northwest region offer opportunities for collaboration, and Seattle University faculty, staff, and students are eager to engage in interdisciplinary endeavors.

• Minimum qualifications:
  
  Clinical Track:
  An earned research, practice or education doctorate from an accredited institution (degree must by awarded by August 1, 2027 for appointment to this track)
• Teaching Track:
  An earned master’s degree in Nursing or a closely related field from an accredited institution
• Minimum two years of clinical experience RN licensure in Washington State, Advanced Practice applicants must hold ARNP licensure in Washington state by start date
• A record of scholarly achievement and teaching excellence
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and inclusion
• Strong organizational skills
• Preferred qualifications:
  
  Specialty Certification
• Experience mentoring faculty pre-licensure or post-licensure students
• Record of publication and scholarly presentations

Founded in 1891, Seattle University is a Jesuit Catholic university located on a beautiful campus of more than 50 acres in the dynamic heart of Seattle. Our diverse and driven population is made up of more than 7,200 students enrolled in undergraduate and graduate programs within eight schools and colleges. Seattle University is an equal opportunity employer. In support of its pursuit of academic and scholarly excellence, Seattle University is committed to creating a diverse…