Job Description

The School of Nursing in the College of Science and Health at DePaul University invites applications for a full-time term, non-tenure track Pre-Licensure Nursing faculty position beginning September 1, 2026. Appointment rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. We seek faculty who are committed to student-centered teaching, clinical excellence, and preparing the next generation of nurses to provide safe, ethical, evidence-informed, and equity-centered care. The successful candidate will join a collaborative School of Nursing with a strong commitment to community engagement, academic excellence, and the Vincentian mission. The successful candidate will have opportunities to engage in faculty development, contribute to curricular innovation, and participate in the ongoing advancement of the School of Nursing. Teaching assignments will be determined based on program needs, faculty expertise, and School of Nursing workload expectations. Responsibilities may include didactic, clinical, laboratory, advising, course coordination, and service activities as assigned. The is a 10-month faculty appointment from September 1 through June 30. This faculty member will teach in the BSN and Master’s Entry into Nursing Practice, MENP, programs. While candidates from all specialty areas are encouraged to apply, priority will be given to applicants with medical-surgical, critical care, or pediatric nursing experience. Ideal candidates will bring a strong record of clinical nursing practice, a commitment to teaching excellence, and a desire to support student success in a mission-driven, urban university environment. Key Responsibilities The successful candidate will:

• Teach and support pre-licensure nursing students through didactic, laboratory, and clinical instruction in assigned BSN and MENP courses. Approximately 60 percent of the teaching assignment is expected to involve clinical instruction.
• Coordinate and evaluate clinical learning experiences by participating in clinical course coordination, student clinical evaluation, and collaboration with clinical partners as assigned.
• Develop and assess courses and student learning by developing, updating, and submitting course syllabi in the required format, along with research-informed instructional resources, learning activities, evaluation methods, and assessments aligned with course objectives, program outcomes, professional standards, and clinical competencies.
• Use evidence-informed, inclusive, student-centered, and technology-enhanced teaching practices and instructional design strategies that support student success, clinical judgment development, professional role formation, and readiness for licensure and entry-level nursing practice.
• Contribute to curriculum, program quality, and faculty collaboration through curriculum development, program evaluation, student policy development, continuous quality improvement, lead faculty responsibilities for assigned courses, adjunct faculty mentoring as appropriate, and the development, implementation, and evaluation of the purpose, philosophy, and objectives of the nursing education program.
• Engage in advising, service, and professional development by advising pre-licensure students, maintaining educational and clinical expertise, and participating in School of Nursing and College of Science and Health service activities. Beginning in the second year of appointment, service to one School of Nursing committee is expected.

About the School of Nursing DePaul University’s School of Nursing offers BSN, Master’s Entry into Nursing Practice, RN to MSN specialty, Post-Master Certificate, and DNP programs. Nursing programs emphasize community engagement, service learning in vulnerable communities, social justice, and excellent, safe, quality nursing care. Students complete clinical learning experiences across more than 100 health care institutions. About the College The College of Science and Health includes the School of Nursing and departments of Biological Sciences, Chemistry and Biochemistry, Environmental Science and Studies, Health Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, Neuroscience, Physics and Astrophysics, Psychology, and Rehabilitative Sciences and Professions. The College of Science and Health is committed to delivering exceptional, personalized, accessible, and inclusive education in science and health disciplines to a diverse student body. Rooted in the enduring values of St. Vincent de Paul, we nurture student success and a sense of belonging within our community. As leaders in science and health education and research in the vibrant city of Chicago, we embrace our responsibility to promote social and environmental justice. Required Qualifications

• A master’s degree in nursing.
• A minimum of two years of full-time equivalent clinical experience as a registered nurse. 
• Current RN licensure in Illinois, or eligibility for Illinois RN licensure with application in process by the time of appointment.
• Commitment to teaching excellence and student success.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, clinical partners, and academic leaders.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral preparation is preferred.
• Three or more years of clinical experience is preferred.
• Experience teaching pre-licensure nursing students.
• Experience with didactic teaching.
• Clinical experience in medical-surgical nursing, pediatrics, critical care, or another high-need specialty area.
• Experience with clinical course coordination, student clinical evaluation, and collaboration with clinical partners.
• Experience serving as lead faculty or mentoring adjunct faculty.
• Familiarity with curriculum development, course assessment, and student learning outcome evaluation.

Application Instructions: Interested applicants are requested to submit:

• A letter of application detailing their interest in and qualifications for the position. 
• A comprehensive curriculum vitae.
• Contact information for three professional references. These individuals will be contacted by the Interfolio application system for direct recommendation letter uploads. Please do not request more than three letters. If the individual submitted as a reference changes, please delete the original reference from Interfolio. Otherwise, Interfolio will not update the submission with the new letter, and the application may show as incomplete.

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About DePaul University

About the School of NursingDePaul's School of Nursing offers BSN, Master’s Entry into Nursing Practice, RN to MSN-specialty, Post-Master Certificate and DNP programs. Nursing Programs emphasize community engagement, service learning in vulnerable communities, social justice and excellent safe quality nursing care. Students are in clinical sites at over 100 health care institutions. About the CollegeThe College of Science and Health is the third largest college at DePaul, enrolling over 3,000 students. The college includes programs in mathematics, psychology, physics and astrophysics, environmental science and studies, chemistry and biochemistry, biology, neuroscience, health sciences, speech language pathology, occupational therapy, and nursing. The College of Science and Health provides high quality, personalized, accessible science and health education to a diverse student body, grounded in the values of St. Vincent de Paul. Our teaching and research advance knowledge and service to society. The College is located on DePaul’s Lincoln Park campus.About the UniversityWith an overall enrollment of over 22,000 students, DePaul is the nation’s twelfth largest private non-profit unive ... rsity. While the university is large, the class size in the department typically does not exceed 40 students. We seek candidates with a demonstrated record of effectiveness or potential as an instructor for a variety of courses or teaching environments, ability to teach graduate-level courses, and a demonstrated commitment to continued development as an educator.DePaul University seeks applicants that reflect the diversity of its student body and the city of Chicago. Applicants who have experience working with a diverse range of faculty, staff, and students, and who can contribute to an inclusive climate are encouraged to identify their experiences in these areas. Members of historically underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.Diversity and Inclusion Statement:Guided by an ethic of Vincentian personalism and professionalism, DePaul compassionately upholds the dignity of all members of its diverse, multi-faith, and inclusive community. We seek to hire collaborative, open-minded, and dedicated professionals who are committed to advancing our university mission to making education accessible to all, with special attention to including underserved and underrepresented communities. Successful candidates thrive in an environment where ideas and perspectives representing a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds and experiences are welcome and supported.Required Background Check:Employment at DePaul University is contingent on passing a background check. Only final candidates who are extended an offer of employment will undergo a background check.Mandated Reporting of Child Abuse & Neglect:Upon accepting an offer of employment with the university, you will also be required to sign an Acknowledgement of Mandated Reporter Status at the time of hire. A mandated reporter is required to make a report to the Illinois DCFS Hotline whenever there is reasonable cause to believe that a child known to them in their professional or official capacity may be abused or neglected. For more information, please visit the following pages:Illinois Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS)Illinois Abused and Neglected Child Reporting ActDePaul University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.

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