Assistant/Associate Professor of Nursing

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Job Description: Campus Title: Assistant/Associate Professor of Nursing / Tenure Track State Job Title: Assistant/Associate Professor Department: Nursing Job Code: HA3200/HA3100 FLSA Status: Exempt Funding: 7115-6014 Bargaining Unit: MSCA Job Type: Full-time, Tenure Track Timeframe: Academic Calendar Shift: TBD Regular Days Off: Saturday and Sunday Supervision Received: Reports to the Chair of the Nursing Department Supervision Exercised: None Salary: $80,000.00-$100,000.00 About the Nursing Program: The Westfield State University Nursing Program prepares graduates to provide high-quality, evidence-based care across diverse populations and healthcare settings. Grounded in the liberal arts and sciences, the program emphasizes empathy, critical thinking, ethical practice, and lifelong learning. Faculty work collaboratively to ensure students are prepared to meet the evolving healthcare needs of individuals, families, and communities. Position Overview: The Department of Nursing at Westfield State University invites applications for a full-time, tenured or tenure-track faculty position with a focus in pediatric and/or maternal health nursing. The successful candidate will join a dedicated team of nurse educators committed to preparing students to become compassionate, skilled, and reflective professional nurses. The Nursing Program at Westfield State University emphasizes evidence-based practice, cultural humility, leadership, and lifelong learning. Faculty members play an integral role in advancing the program's mission of fostering excellence in nursing education through teaching, scholarship, and service. ** Position starting in the fall of 2026, the Department of Nursing is now accepting applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor position with an emphasis on maternal and/or pediatric health nursing. In January 2026, interviews for eligible applicants will start. Duties and Responsibilities: Duties include but not limited to: Essential: Teach undergraduate nursing courses in classroom, lab/simulation, and clinical settings that reflect current professional standards and evidence-based practice. Integrate knowledge from the humanities, physical, and social sciences to promote a holistic approach to nursing education. Foster an environment that supports diversity, inclusion, and cultural understanding in nursing practice and education. Provide excellence in teaching across different modalities including face-to-face, online, and hybrid classes. Guide students in applying critical thinking and clinical judgment to provide patient-centered, ethical, and safe nursing care. Engage students in the use of healthcare technologies and simulation to enhance clinical decision-making and patient outcomes. Mentor students in developing leadership, teamwork, and effective communication skills essential to professional nursing practice. Promote a spirit of inquiry and commitment to lifelong learning through scholarly activity, research, and continuing professional development. Participate in curriculum development, assessment, and program improvement initiatives. Contribute to departmental and university service, including committee work, advising, and community engagement. Faculty provide academic advising and other support to students. Opportunities to advise student research are available and encouraged. Requirements: Required Qualifications: Master of Science in Nursing (M.S,N.) with a total of at least 60 graduate credits (including credits for the degree) A minimum of three years of recent full-lime experience in pediatric and/or maternal health nursing Current licensure (or eligibility) in Massachusetts The ability to teach other related courses in the nursing program Preferred Qualifications: Doctoral degree in Nursing (PhD, DNP, or EdD) or evidence of doctoral study in progress. Experience with curriculum development, simulation-based education, and evidence-based teaching strategies. Record of scholarly activity, publication, or funded research. Teaching experience at the baccalaureate level In response to the Presidential Proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposing a significant fee on the entry of individuals with new H-1B visas, this position may not be eligible for visa sponsorship. Westfield State University will continue to comply with all applicable state and federal regulations regarding employment-based visa sponsorship. Additional Information: Salary: Salaries for current Westfield State University employees and individuals currently working for the state of Massachusetts must be calculated individually in accordance with collective bargaining agreements as well as state policies. State job specifications may be found on the Department of Higher Education's webpage . Employee Benefits: Benefits are an important component of an employee's total compensation package. Health Insurance: Westfield State offers a variety of HMO, POS, and PPO-type health insurance plans for eligible employees. Coverage is effective on the 1st of the month following the date of hire. Exceptions to employees hired on the 1st of the month, coverage is effective immediately. Retirement: the MA State Employee Retirement System provides eligible employees with a retirement pension following a 10-year vesting period. In lieu of the retirement pension, eligible employees may select the Optional Retirement Plan with a maximum 5% employer matching contribution. Tuition Waivers & Discounts: eligible employees, including spouses and dependent children, receive reduced tuition at MA state colleges, community colleges, and universities. Paid Time Off: employees receive 12 paid holidays and generous vacation, personal, and sick leave benefits. Additional information regarding employee benefits is available on the University's Benefits & Wellness webpage . Disability Accommodations Westfield State University is committed to the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities and will ensure the availability of reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at (413) 572-8809 or visit us in the Horace Mann Building, 1st floor. Background Check Employment is contingent upon the successful completion and review of a background check. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify an applicant from consideration. Application Instructions: An online application is required. A complete application includes: Cover Letter* Curriculum vitae Unofficial copy of transcripts of highest degree Statement of teaching philosophy with areas for continuing scholarship Contact information for three reference letter providers** Notes: * In your cover letter please include the ways in which you would advance diversity and inclusion in your classroom and at the university. ** Contact information for three reference letter providers should be completed on the reference form. Applicants that are using Interfolio for an existing confidential letter of recommendation should provide the Interfolio based email address (e.g. ref1@interfolio.com). Application deadline: Review of applications will begin (posting date). The job will remain open until finalists have been selected. NOTE: If you need assistance completing your application please contact our online Help Desk . 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