Adjunct Faculty, Nursing Graduate Programs

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The Department of Nursing invites applications for the position of Adjunct Professor of Nursing. This is a course-by-course, part time position responsible for instruction of advanced practice nursing students.

The nursing adjunct faculty instructor shall be responsible for the instruction of online courses or indirect supervision of pre-licensure students during clinical learning activities at a cooperating agency.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, evidence-based online course content aligned with program learning objectives.
• Lead discussions, case studies, and other interactive learning activities to promote critical thinking and application of advanced nursing concepts.
• Evaluate student performance through assignments, exams, and projects, providing timely and constructive feedback.
• Offer academic guidance and support to graduate nursing students, addressing questions and concerns promptly.
• Leverage learning management systems (LMS) and other digital tools effectively to enhance student engagement and accessibility.
• Work with faculty and administrative staff to ensure alignment of courses with program goals and accreditation standards.
• Uphold ethical standards, academic integrity, and institutional policies in all aspects of teaching and communication.
  
  

Requirements

Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience:

• Master’s degree in Nursing
• At least two years of recent, relevant nursing experience in the specialty which you are applying for
  
  

Required Licenses & Certifications

• Licensure: Current unencumbered registered nurse license or professional licensure as appropriate for specialty
  
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficient knowledge of nursing practices, procedures, and standards to provide effective instruction and mentorship.
• Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly, engage diverse learners, and adapt teaching methods to meet individual and group needs.
• Strong analytical skills to assess student performance, provide constructive feedback, and address challenges in clinical settings.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree
• Experience in online teaching.
• Experience in working with college age and non-traditional students.
• Skill in working with culturally diverse constituencies in the academic environment.
  
  

Required Applicant Materials

• Resume/CV
  
  

The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire’s lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.

EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

Location:

Durham

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