Assistant Professor of Nursing

The Department of Nursing at Texas Lutheran University invites applications for a tenure‑track professorship in nursing. The successful candidate will teach core and research courses, integrate interdisciplinary approaches, promote empirical research in leadership and nursing, and serve in a 9‑month appointment with a 12‑credit load per semester beginning in Fall 2026 at the Seguin campus.

• Terminal degree in nursing or related field (Doctoral candidates with appropriate assurances of completion date may be considered) and an earned Master’s Degree in Nursing.
• Hold a current unencumbered license to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Texas.
• Evidence of at least two years of clinical expertise in public/community health, leadership, mental health/psychiatric nursing, obstetrical, and/or medical‑surgical nursing to inform teaching, curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation.

• Deliver high‑quality instruction in accelerated courses using evidence‑based pedagogy, simulation, and inclusive teaching practices.
• Evaluate student achievement of competencies; provide timely, developmental feedback and document outcomes.
• Lead and sustain clinical partnerships; support preceptors and evaluate site quality to ensure clinical outcomes.
• Mentor student capstone and quality improvement projects; ensure ethical and IRB compliance; support dissemination.
• Advance a focused scholarship agenda; publish and pursue internal or external funding.
• Contribute to curriculum design, program assessment, and accreditation; implement continuous quality improvement.
• Serve in shared governance within nursing and across the university through committee work and service.

• Commitment to excellence in teaching and advising of undergraduate students consistent with the University and Department mission, values, and outcomes.
• Ability to work effectively as a team with other faculty members and staff in the department and across campus.
• Commitment to university/community leadership, outreach, and continued professional development.
• Commitment to attracting, retaining, and educating students from traditionally underrepresented groups.
• Understanding and support of the mission of Texas Lutheran University.

Salary is competitive and includes excellent benefits.

TLU is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and is also subject to the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA). The University is committed to enhancing diversity and inclusion across all levels of the University. Candidates who contribute to this goal are encouraged to apply.