Clinical Associate Professor, Undergraduate Nursing

Position Details

Classification Information

Position Classification Title

Clinical Associate Professor

FLSA

Exempt

Position Class (Extract From Banner or PA)

EPA Position Type

JCAT

201000

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of the Position

The 12-month position is an academic rank of Clinical Associate
Professor of Nursing in the School of Health Sciences Division of
Nursing with a start date of November 2026. Job responsibilities
include teaching primarily undergraduate nursing courses, with a
concentration in Adult Health, Mental Health, and Maternity
Newborn, offered in both traditional and accelerated options.
Teaching and facilitating the application of nursing theories,
principles, and skill competencies, the candidate will serve
as a faculty/student advisor, mentor, and coach to students inside
and outside of the classroom, participate in
departmental, School, and university service, as well as engage in
service related to the nursing profession and the larger
Winston-Salem and Forsyth County communities.

Position Information

Working Position Title

Clinical Associate Professor, Undergraduate Nursing

Building and Room No.

FL Atkins, Room 416

Appointment Type

Permanent Full-Time

If Time Limited.

No

Appointment Length.

12 Months

Position Number

000296

Requirements and Preferences

Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or
other emergencies

No

Normal Work Schedule

Schedule Varies

Department Required Skills

The Division of Nursing seeks exceptional candidates who
demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching nursing theory
and clinical practice to undergraduate students from
culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds,
as well as the ability to leverage various technologies to
engage students in the learning process . The successful
candidate will mentor, support, and engage undergraduates in
study abroad, practicum, residency, and community service-learning
opportunities, where they will apply their content knowledge to
benefit the larger community . Preferred candidates must
demonstrate the ability to participate in interdisciplinary
teaching and collaborative learning with the broader
constituencies. Candidates must also show commitment to
liberal education and the social determinants of health
, particularly in urban and rural communities. The
successful candidate must exemplify commitment to ongoing
professional growth and development and actively participate in
interprofessional organizations and conferences .

The following qualifications and skills are required for this
position:

• Candidates must have a minimum of a master’s degree in nursing

from an accredited college or university.

• Candidates must hold a current unrestricted license as a

registered nurse in North Carolina or have eligibility to obtain a
North Carolina Registered Nurse license.

• Must have a minimum of two years of clinical nursing and one

calendar year of teaching experience, including hybrid and/or
online, in a college or university setting.

• Candidates must demonstrate the ability to leverage

various technologies that engage students in the learning
process .

• Candidates must be proficient in test construction using the

NCLEX blueprint, statistical analysis, and instructional
reinforcement to achieve learning outcomes.

• The successful candidate must be a clinical expert and possess

effective communication and assessment skills.

• Must provide evidence of the ability to mentor and

support undergraduate students in or engage students in study
abroad, internship opportunities, or community service
learning.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training,
Education

Preferred candidates must:

• Have a master’s degree in nursing.
• Hold a current unrestricted license as a registered nurse in

North Carolina or be eligible to obtain one.

• Have at least 3 years of clinical nursing experience and at

least 1 year of teaching experience, including hybrid and/or
online, in a college or university setting.

Required License or Certification

Candidates must hold a current unrestricted North Carolina
Registered Nurse license or be eligible to obtain one.

Valid US Driver's License

Yes

Commercial Driver's License Required

No

Physical Required

No

List any other medical/drug tests required

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

Describe the specific job duties related to this
competency

General responsibilities include coordination of learning
activities, development of course content, and assisting students
in teaching/learning activities related to adult health nursing,
including theory and practicum. Specific responsibilities include
teaching a minimum of 12 semester hours in the classroom and
clinical areas in content related to adult health nursing.
Participating in program planning and curriculum development,
academic advisement and counseling of students, and helping to
create a student-centered environment, developing new and
innovative teaching methods, participating in department, division,
and university activities. Performing other duties as assigned by
the Director of Nursing or Chair of the BSN Program.

The faculty in the Division of Nursing seeks a committed and
engaged faculty member who will perform specific duties at a
high level . These duties include, but are not limited to, the
following:

Teaching and Advising

The successful candidate will:

• Teach graduate and/or professional nursing courses either

face-to-face, hybrid, or online, and must communicate with
students as s/he monitors student progress for student
success .

• Have general teaching responsibilities include both didactic

and clinical/lab instruction, teaching curriculum content related
to the family nurse practitioner specialty or nursing
education/leadership at the graduate and doctoral levels.

• Develop detailed course syllabi before the first class, teach

each class section as assigned, create and present relevant course
activities, assess assignments by providing written and/or oral
feedback in a timely manner, and evaluate student performance.

• Hold office hours each week consistent with university

requirements, meet with the course coordinator, program director,
and chairperson regularly and as requested, and attend
departmental, school, and university meetings as appropriate.

• Advise and mentor graduate and professional students regarding

academic matters and help foster a student-centered learning
environment.

University, Professional, and Community Service and
Engagement

• Meet with the course coordinator, area coordinator, and

chairperson regularly and as requested Attend consistently
departmental and College meetings.

• Serve on departmental-level committees.
• Serve on School and university-level committees.
• Maintain membership in discipline-specific professional

organizations.

• Serve on community-oriented committees, boards, and commissions

related to Nursing or healthcare.

Percentage Of Time

100

Posting Details

Posting Details

Internal Posting Only

No

Position Type

Faculty

Time Limited Position

No

Appointment Length

12 Months

Salary

Commensurate upon Education and Experience

Open Date

10/20/2026

Close Date

11/03/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions Summary

Please Note: A criminal background check will be conducted
on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment.

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E
requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary
would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and
market considerations.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic
application. The application must be completed in full detail
(including work history) for your qualifications to be
considered.

Failure to complete the application completely may result in you
not being considered for the vacant position.

Your application for the position will not be complete until you
receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of
applying for a position.

If you have general questions about the application process, you
may contact Human Resources at OHR@wssu.edu . Individuals with
disabilities requiring disability-related accommodation in the
application and interview process, please call 336-750-2834

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Document

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

• Letter of Reference 1
• Letter of Reference 2
• Letter of Reference 3