Assistant Professor-Nursing

Appointment Type: Tenure Track

Openings: 2

State Title: Assistant Professor/Associate Professor

Bargaining Unit: AFT

Employment Type: 35 Hours per week/Full-time

Expected Term: 08/21/2027 - 06/07/2030

Compensation: Range 25/ $ 108,433.95 - $116,469.62

About TCNJ

The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) is a highly selective institution
that is consistently recognized as one of the top comprehensive
colleges in the nation. Founded in 1855 as the New Jersey State
Normal School, TCNJ maintains the eighth highest four-year
graduation rate among all public colleges and universities. It is
ranked by Money as one of the top 15 public colleges “most likely
to pay off financially,” and U.S. News & World Report rates it
the No. 1 public institution among regional universities in the
northeast.

Position Overview:

Aspirant goals for nursing include developing enhanced learning
experiences through honors, research, global experiences, and
interdisciplinary coursework. Nursing programs offered at TCNJ
include: BSN, ABSN, RN to BSN, MSN, and Post-MSN certificate.
Master's options include tracks in family and neonatal.
Certificates include: nurse educator. For more information, visit
www.tcnj.edu.

The School of Nursing and Health Sciences at The College of New
Jersey (TCNJ) invites applications for a full time, permanent,
Assistant/Associate Professor position in the Department of Nursing
beginning January, 2027.

The ideal candidate seeks an academic career in a comprehensive
college that emphasizes teaching and learning in a teacher-scholar
model. The successful candidate's primary responsibilities will
include effective teaching in the classroom and clinical settings.
Full-time teaching load is 24 faculty weighted hours per contract
year. Responsibilities will include scholarship within the
discipline, professional development, service on committees, and
advising.

Required Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in nursing or related field.
• Master's degree in nursing, and expertise in a clinical

population area.

• Clinical practice and teaching experience across the curriculum

in undergraduate and/or graduate programs.

• Strong track record of scholarship including publications and

presentations.

• Preference given to faculty with experience and education in

specialty areas such as adult health/medical-surgical nursing,
leadership, and foundations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A minimum of one-year full-time faculty level teaching

experience.

• Doctorate degree.
• Family Nurse Practitioner Certification.
• A track record of scholarship.
• Experience in accreditation and leadership.

Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations
in order to perform the essential functions of the position. If the
requested accommodation(s) cannot be made because it would cause
the employer undue hardship, the applicant may not be eligible for
the position.

Employer Qualifications

Employment at TCNJ is contingent upon the successful completion of
an applicable background check, reference checks, and verification
of identity and authorization to work in the United States (Form
I-9).

Accommodation: Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to
apply or interview should contact hr@tcnj.edu .

Employee Benefits

As a member of The College of New Jersey Community, you will be a
part of an exciting and rewarding public college career. Eligible
full-time employees will be able to take advantage of a generous
benefits package that includes health, welfare, and retirement
benefits, including:

• Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental and

prescription plans

• Generous leave entitlements program and Energy Savings

Program

• Employee and dependent Tuition Waiver and Reimbursement

Program

• Pension, retirement, and deferred compensation plans, group

life insurance

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee affinity groups
• New Jersey State Employee Discount Program (Pet

insurance, cell phone plan discounts, discounted amusement park
tickets, etc.)

• Access to extensive learning opportunities

To view a comprehensive list of benefits available to employees,
visit our Health Benefits Plans and Programs page to
learn more!

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should apply online and submit a letter of
interest, detailed curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching and
research interests, and names and contact information (addresses,
emails, and telephone numbers) for three references. Applications
will be considered until the position is filled but those received
by April 15, 2026 will be given full consideration.

The College is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive
campus community that respects and uplifts individuals from all
backgrounds. We value the varied perspectives, experiences, and
talents of all members of our community and strive to create an
environment where everyone has equitable access to opportunities
for success. As an equal opportunity employer, we comply with all
applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and
affirmative action. We encourage applications from individuals
whose lived experiences and professional interests align with our
institutional mission of academic excellence, access, and
integrity.