Assistant/Associate Professors (3 positions - Updated start date)

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Cleveland State University's College of Health (COH) and the School of Nursing

invite applications for for 3 full-time tenure track faculty positions; two at the rank of Assistant Professor and one at the rank of Associate Professor.

Positions will begin on August 17, 2026. All positions are on a a 9-month academic year contract with the possibility of a supplemental summer contract.

The School of Nursing at CSU is rapidly growing, with approximately 975 students enrolled across our undergraduate and graduate programs. The School educates a diverse student body from various geographic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds and values community engagement.

We seek doctoral-prepared nurses whose research expands nursing science in areas such as chronic disease management, maternal-child health, health services research and informatics. Candidates with teaching expertise in medical-surgical nursing, women & children's health or those who have active certification as an APRN as a Family Nurse Practitioner or Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner are especially encouraged to apply.

Duties include teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels (online and in-person), engaging in scholarly research and collaboration and participating in school, university and community service. These positions are on-campus.

The School of Nursing is housed in the College of Health along with the departments of Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD). Health Sciences & Human Performance, Music Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy and the School of Social Work. Together, the COH offers more than 23 undergraduate and graduate academic programs in health professions, nursing programs, social work and related certificate programs all designed to provide clinical and experiential learning, interprofessional practice, and scholarship activities.

The College of Health deeply understands its role in improving health outcomes, decreasing health disparities and uniquely preparing practitioners and clinicians to practice and lead in a rapidly changing healthcare system.

CSU aspires to be a national leader in social and economic mobility. We will be a great place to learn and work. CSU is striving to be a nationally recognized and student focused public research institution that provides accessible, affordable, and Engaged Learning opportunities for all.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in nursing or closely related field from a regionally accredited institution (MSN required if PhD is in a related discipline). Appropriate terminal degree must be completed by July 1, 2026. Persons who are ABD will be hired at the rank of Instructor;
• Active, unencumbered RN license; and
• Demonstrated scholarly achievement and teaching experience. xrczosw

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years teaching experience in a postsecondary setting, especially online;
• Evidence of research, including a record of presentations, publications and successful grant activity;
• Familiarity with curriculum development, technology integration or accreditation/regulatory standards;
• Expertise in at least one of these: medical-surgical nursing, women and children's health, forensics or have active certification as an APRN as a Family Nurse Practitioner or Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner; and
• Evidence of strong interpersonal skills and teamwork.