What are the responsibilities and job description for the Professor, Undergraduate Nursing position at Gwynedd Mercy University?
The Frances M. Maguire College of Nursing and Health Professions at Gwynedd Mercy University invites applications for a full-time, tenure or non-tenure track undergraduate nursing faculty position. This 9-month appointment begins in January 2025. Rank and salary will be commensurate with education and teaching experience.
The preferred candidate will demonstrate evidence of teaching effectiveness and a commitment to undergraduate BSN education. Expertise in nursing education, particularly in the areas of medical-surgical, critical care, and/or pharmacology, is highly sought.
Responsibilities:
The faculty member will work closely with the BSN and ABSN/WBSN Coordinators to support the BSN Program. Responsibilities include teaching in-person, hybrid, and/or online undergraduate classes, providing in-class and out-of-class student support, and participating in student advising. Additional responsibilities include participating in admissions and recruitment events and actively engaging in departmental, university, and professional activities. The successful candidate will be a dedicated teacher-scholar committed to evidence-based practice, experiential learning, and inclusive pedagogies.
Qualifications:
- A Doctoral degree in Nursing or Doctoral degree in a related field with a minimum of a Master’s degree in Nursing is preferred. Candidates with an MSN will be considered.
- A current, unencumbered Registered Nurse license in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
- A record of clinical and teaching experience in medical surgical and/or critical care is preferred.
- Experience in higher education is preferred, but not required.
- Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, and networking skills.
Application:
To apply for the position, please complete and submit an application through the Gwynedd Mercy University careers webpage, www.gmercyu.edu/careers.
The following documents are required:
• Cover letter & current curriculum vitae
• Teaching philosophy statement
• List of three professional references
• Transcripts
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The anticipated start date will be January 2, 2025. For questions about this position, please contact: Dr. Kristin Sagedy at: sagedy.k@gmercyu.edu
Gwynedd Mercy University:
Gwynedd Mercy University is a Catholic University, rooted in the Mercy tradition of service to society. Gwynedd Mercy University believes that diversity in our campus community enriches the educational experience of its students by providing them with the opportunity to learn from individuals of various backgrounds.
Gwynedd Mercy University is committed to maintaining a positive learning, working, and living environment that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment. Gwynedd Mercy University does not discriminate against any applicant for admission to or employment at the University because of race, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, color, marital status, veteran status, genetic characteristics, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (‘Protected Classes’). This includes, but is not limited to, all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruitment, selection, hiring, placement, transfer, promotion, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, and termination. The University will not tolerate unlawful acts of discrimination or harassment based upon Protected Classes, or related retaliation against or by any employee or student.
Please visit http://www.gmercyu.edu for information regarding the University’s mission, core values, and beliefs and to learn more about the College of Nursing.
