Assistant Professor of Nursing

Assistant Professor – Nursing Department

Saint Elizabeth University (SEU) is a mission‑based Catholic liberal arts university located in Morristown, New Jersey. The university serves a diverse student body, with a strong commitment to education for traditionally underserved communities and to inclusive excellence.

About this Position

We are seeking a dedicated, student‑centered educator to join our Nursing Department as a Full‑Time Nursing Professor. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate nursing courses across multiple formats, including classroom, laboratory, simulation, online, and clinical settings. Responsibilities include curriculum development, student advising, professional development, and service to the department and university.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate nursing courses in classroom, laboratory, simulation, and clinical environments across programs: Pre‑Licensure BSN, Asynchronous RN‑BSN, and Asynchronous MSN (Education and Leadership).
• Develop and revise curriculum to align with ACEN accreditation standards and current nursing practice.
• Advise and mentor nursing students regarding academic progress and career development.
• Participate in student assessment, program evaluation, and continuous quality improvement.
• Engage in scholarly activity, professional development, and service to the college and community.
• Serve on departmental and university committees.
• Maintain compliance with state board of nursing regulations and accreditation requirements.

Salary Range

$60,000 - $75,000

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited institution.
• Current, unencumbered New Jersey Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Minimum of five years of recent clinical nursing experience.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence and student success.
• Strong communication, organizational, technology, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Nursing, Education, or related field (PhD, DNP, EdD) preferred.
• Previous teaching experience in higher education, specifically in Medical‑Surgical Nursing, Critical Care, and/or Maternity.
• Experience with simulation instruction and online teaching platforms.

Benefits

• Employer‑subsidized health‑care plan.
• Dental and vision plan (paid by employee).
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• 403(b) retirement savings plan.
• Group Life and AD&D insurance (no cost to employee).
• Supplemental insurance available for employee, spouse, and dependents.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Tuition remission and tuition exchange programs for employee, spouse, and/or dependents.
• Paid state and federal holidays, and paid days off in the week before and after Christmas.
• Paid days off on Fridays in summer months.
• Birthday paid day off.
• Vacation and sick days.
• Employee discount program.

Application Process

• Submit a cover letter, résumé, and three professional references with email addresses and/or telephone numbers.
• Saint Elizabeth University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
• Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

EEO/AA Statement

Saint Elizabeth University is committed to fostering a community grounded in collaboration, innovation, and a strong sense of belonging. It provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Any information collected for Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) or affirmative action reporting purposes will be used solely in compliance with applicable regulations and is voluntary.