Clinical Assistant/Associate Professors

Posting Details Posting Details Business Title Clinical Assistant/Associate Professors (3 positions) Department School of Nursing Posting Category Faculty Salary Plan Faculty - AAUP Job Summary Cleveland State University’s College of Health (COH) and the School of Nursing invite applications for 3 full-time tenure track Clinical faculty positions; two at the rank of Clinical Assistant Professor and one at the rank of Clinical Associate Professor.Positions will begin on January 5, 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 with a teaching portfolio that demonstrates a record of accomplishment in the classroom, curriculum design & development and student outcomes. 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, preferred. Duties include teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels with both face-to-face courses and web-based courses. These positions are on-campus. The successful candidate will be responsible for didactic courses, clinical supervision and teaching skills. In addition to teaching, these faculty will work with colleagues in course development, attending residencies for our online students, meeting accreditation standards and assisting in monitoring clinical compliance. The successful candidate must also engage in standard school, university and community service activities. Selected candidates will be required to maintain clinical currency. 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 Earned doctoral degree in nursing or closely related field from a regionally accredited institution by the time of hire. Appropriate terminal degree must be completed by January 1, 2026. Persons who are ABD will be hired at the rank of Instructor; If doctoral degree is in a closely related field, the candidate must have an MSN from an accredited university; An unencumbered active RN license; and Two years teaching experience in nursing. Preferred Qualifications Prior experience in academic teaching and clinical supervision in a postsecondary setting, especially online; Curriculum or program development experience; Teaching portfolio demonstrating experience across the curriculum in graduate and undergraduate courses and undergraduate courses, in online and face to face modalities; Teaching experience or demonstrated 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; Experience with high fidelity simulated learning environments; Evidence of strong interpersonal/communication skills; Ability to collaborate and work on teams; and Certified Nurse Educator or MSN in nursing education. Date grant, position, or appointment expires (For Funds Available, Temporary, and Waiver of Posting Special Instructions to Applicants Applicant Instructions Applications will only be accepted online at https://hrjobs.csuohio.edu/postings/25372. Mailed or emailed application materials will not be accepted. Preference will be given to applications received by November 16, 2025. All inquiries about the position should be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Tameika Harris, at t.s.harris74@csuohio.edu. List of documents applicant is required to submit: Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness (list of courses taught, student/peer evaluations if available) Contact information for three references – references will be contacted via email and asked to upload a letter of support on your behalf Copy of RN license Unofficial transcript of highest degree earned (finalists will need to submit official prior to on campus interview) CSU is an urban university with more than 14,000 students located in the heart of Cleveland, OH. According to the Brookings Institution, CSU is No. 18 in the U.S. among public universities that fulfill a critical dual mission: providing upward mobility and conducting impactful research. CSU is the only Ohio university in the top tier of the Brookings list. For additional information about the city of Cleveland, see https://www.thisiscleveland.com/.Hire is contingent upon the maintenance of existing levels of funding from the State of Ohio. Offer of employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of the University’s verification of credentials (including evidence of a Ph.D.) and other information required by law and/or University policies or practices, including but not limited to a criminal background check. It is the policy of Cleveland State University to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran, or genetic information. Hiring Range /Pay Rate Will commensurate with experience Advertising Copy Job Summary:Cleveland State University’s College of Health (COH) and the School of Nursing invite applications for 3 full-time tenure track Clinical faculty positions; two at the rank of Clinical Assistant Professor and one at the rank of Clinical Associate Professor.Positions will begin on January 5, 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 with a teaching portfolio that demonstrates a record of accomplishment in the classroom, curriculum design & development and student outcomes. 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, preferred. Duties include teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels with both face-to-face courses and web-based courses. These positions are on-campus. The successful candidate will be responsible for didactic courses, clinical supervision and teaching skills. In addition to teaching, these faculty will work with colleagues in course development, attending residencies for our online students, meeting accreditation standards and assisting in monitoring clinical compliance. The successful candidate must also engage in standard school, university and community service activities. Selected candidates will be required to maintain clinical currency. 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: Earned doctoral degree in nursing or closely related field from a regionally accredited institution by the time of hire. Appropriate terminal degree must be completed by January 1, 2026. Persons who are ABD will be hired at the rank of Instructor; If doctoral degree is in a closely related field, the candidate must have an MSN from an accredited university; An unencumbered active RN license; and Two years teaching experience in nursing. Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience in academic teaching and clinical supervision in a postsecondary setting, especially online; Curriculum or program development experience; Teaching portfolio demonstrating experience across the curriculum in graduate and undergraduate courses and undergraduate courses, in online and face to face modalities; Teaching experience or demonstrated 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; Experience with high fidelity simulated learning environments; Evidence of strong interpersonal/communication skills; Ability to collaborate and work on teams; and Certified Nurse Educator or MSN in nursing education. Applicant Instructions:Applications will only be accepted online at https://hrjobs.csuohio.edu/postings/25372. Mailed or emailed application materials will not be accepted. Preference will be given to applications received by November 16, 2025. All inquiries about the position should be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Tameika Harris, at t.s.harris74@csuohio.edu. List of documents applicant is required to submit: Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness (list of courses taught, student/peer evaluations if available) Contact information for three references – references will be contacted via email and asked to upload a letter of support on your behalf Copy of RN license Unofficial transcript of highest degree earned (finalists will need to submit official prior to on campus interview) CSU is an urban university with more than 14,000 students located in the heart of Cleveland, OH. According to the Brookings Institution, CSU is No. 18 in the U.S. among public universities that fulfill a critical dual mission: providing upward mobility and conducting impactful research. CSU is the only Ohio university in the top tier of the Brookings list. For additional information about the city of Cleveland, see https://www.thisiscleveland.com/.Hire is contingent upon the maintenance of existing levels of funding from the State of Ohio. Offer of employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of the University’s verification of credentials (including evidence of a Ph.D.) and other information required by law and/or University policies or practices, including but not limited to a criminal background check. It is the policy of Cleveland State University to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran, or genetic information. Posted Date 10/22/2025 Close Date/Application Deadline Open Until Filled Yes Review Begins 11/17/2025 Tentative Start Date January 5, 2026 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * How did you hear about this employment opportunity? Public Job Posting Internal Job Posting Agency Referral Advertisement/Publication Personal Referral CSU Website Other * If you selected 'Public Job Posting" or "Other" please provide source. (Open Ended Question) * Do you require any type of accommodation, should you be invited to campus for further screening? Please contact CSU at (216) 687-3636 if you need accommodation. Yes No * Are you able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation? Yes No Application Documents Required Documents Cover Letter/Letter of Application Curriculum Vitae Evidence of Teaching Experience (e.g. Course Evals, etc.) License /Certificate Unofficial Transcripts Optional Documents List of Courses Taught