Assistant Professor, Nursing Science

The Saint Mary's College Department of Nursing Science invites applications for a full-time tenure track position of Assistant Professor of Nursing beginning January 2026. We are particularly interested in applicants who demonstrate expertise in medical surgical nursing and leadership.

Established in 1844, Saint Mary’s College was founded and is sponsored by the Sisters of the Holy Cross. Saint Mary’s College is a liberal arts college for women, with a strong commitment to the education of undergraduate women, and graduate women and men. As a Catholic institution of higher learning, the College is also committed to creating and maintaining an environment that respects the human dignity and civil rights of all persons. All faith traditions are welcome among our administrators, faculty, staff, and students.

Teaching, Research, and Service Expectations :

Teaching load that includes : medical-surgical content, leadership content, evidenced-based practice and research, supervising students in the labs. Teaching in both undergraduate and graduate programs (BSN, MSN, DNP) Record of scholarship / research / creative activity including dissertation Experience of service to a university, nursing department Experience with simulations preferable Experience with online education preferable Qualifications :

Degree :   PhD or DNP Registered Nurse license in Indiana Experience teaching medical-surgical nursing, leadership, evidenced-based practice Experience teaching both undergraduate and graduate students preferable Advanced Practice Registered Nurse is also preferable For the initial application, please submit the following materials :

Curriculum Vitae Letter of application that conveys your relevant experience and your interest in working at a Catholic, justice-oriented, women’s, liberal arts college Statement of teaching philosophy that addresses your commitment to fostering an inclusive classroom environment, considering students from a broad variety of backgrounds and learning styles

All materials should be submitted through Saint Mary’s College’s hiring portal ( Careers.SaintMarys.edu ) by December 1, 2025

If invited to progress to the next round of consideration, you will be asked to provide : 3 letters of recommendation. After reviewing these materials, the search committee will contact you.

Eligibility to Work : Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must not require visa sponsorship from the College, either now or in the future.

Saint Mary’s College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In keeping with the College’s mission, the College seeks applicants who share a commitment to creating and maintaining an environment that respects the human dignity and civil rights of all persons. You can find our Equal Opportunity Employment Statement at https : / / www.saintmarys.edu / files / 2024 / 10 / Equal%20Opportunity%20In%20Employment%20Policy%20October%202024.pdf