Description
Missouri State University
SCHOOL OF NURSING
Position Title: Clinical Assistant Professor – Undergraduate Program
Background
The School of Nursing offers a BSN, BSNC, MSN, DNP, and Post-Masters Certificate Programs. All programs are accredited by Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education with an average of over 95% first-time pass rate on the NCLEX-RN and 100% first-time pass rate on the FNP certification exam. Nursing benefits from educational facilities, as well as MSU Care, a clinic for the uninsured for nursing faculty and student practice. The school is a member of the McQueary College of Health and Human Services. The College supports nationally accredited undergraduate (16) and graduate programs at the doctorate (6), master’s degree (15), and certificate levels (16) housed in eleven departments and schools supporting 900 graduate students (enrolled in certificate, MS, Professional Doctoral programs), and approximately 3,000 undergraduate majors with a student population that is 23.5% Latinx, 6% Black, 55% White, and 6% multiracial.
Missouri State University has a Public Affairs Mission and is committed to the pillars of Cultural Competence, Ethical Leadership, and Community Engagement. MSU enrolls more than 24,000 students (approximately 20,000 undergraduates and 4,000 graduate students). The University has received numerous awards, including excellence in diversity, a Forbes top college, and designation as a Carnegie Foundation Community Engaged University, among other accolades. Springfield is a vibrant growing metropolitan area of over 440,000 in the Ozarks with a low cost of living, high quality of life, and many recreational and cultural activities, and serves as a center for healthcare and healthcare education for the region.
Please refer to the School of Nursing and/or the MSU websites for further information.
Primary Responsibilities
The clinical assistant professor position is a non-tenure track position with responsibilities for clinical education and service. Clinical faculty may participate in research or other scholarly or creative activities.
Description of Primary Duties
We seek a candidate who can demonstrate a commitment to inclusive teaching practices and expertise in clinical nursing. Clinical faculty are required to teach and supervise students in the clinical or simulation areas. They are also required to provide service consistent with the School of Nursing, the McQueary College of Health and Human Services, and the University goals. Teaching and advising responsibilities will include undergraduate assignments and will be based on education, experience, and area of expertise. Supervision of clinical experiences and clinical simulation activities may be required.
The successful candidate will be knowledgeable about the use of student-focused pedagogy in the classroom to engage students in the learning process and will join a unit that is dedicated to competency-based education providing students with access to high-impact practices aimed at increasing student retention, persistence, and success.
Supervising and evaluating BSN students in the clinical/skills and simulation areas.
Educating nursing students in the skills and simulation lab, and at clinical sites.
Service to the School of Nursing, MCHHS, and University mission and goals.
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications
The minimum acceptable qualifications for the Clinical Assistant Professor rank are determined by the department and approved by the Dean and the Provost. Clinical Faculty must be qualified as defined by professional/discipline standards, have practical experience appropriate for the responsibilities assigned, and must maintain appropriate professional credentials.
Additional Qualifications
MSN or MSN in progress from a CCNE or NLNAC/ACEN accredited program.
Current RN license, without restriction to practice nursing, or eligibility for RN licensure in Missouri.
Strong clinical background and skills, minimum three years nursing RN practice.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Prior teaching experience.
Flexible and willing to work collaboratively with others.
Experience with online education, or interest in online education, with strong technology skills.
Confident with use of technology in the educational and clinical environment.
Interest in teaching and supervising students in clinical and simulation environments.
Requested Start Date:
August 10, 2026
Application Materials, Contact, and Application Deadline:
First date of consideration is March 25, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. Interested individuals should apply online at https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/85123
Documents to be submitted online are:
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A letter of application/cover letter.
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A curriculum vitae.
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Statement of teaching philosophy.
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Unofficial or official copies of all undergraduate and graduate school transcripts.
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Copies of all certifications and/or licensures.
Official graduate transcripts will be required at the time of hire.
Additional Information:
For the university job description of the position see the link below:
http://www.missouristate.edu/human/jobdescriptions/126101.htm
Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Institution. We encourage applications from all academically qualified people interested in educational opportunities.
Employment will require a complete criminal background check at university expense.
Questions may be directed to either Professor Rebecca Johnson, Search Chair, at RebeccaJohnson@MissouriState.edu or Professor Alison Alaimo, Search Chair, at AlisonAlaimo@MissouriState.edu; Phone: 417-836-5310.
