Assistant/Associate Professors

Cleveland State University’s College of Health (COH) and the School of Nursing

invite applications for for 3 full-time tenure track faculty positions; two at the rank of Assistant Professor and one at the rank of 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 whose research expands nursing science in areas such as chronic disease management, maternal-child health, health services research and informatics. 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 are especially encouraged to apply.

Duties include teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels (online and in-person), engaging in scholarly research and collaboration and participating in school, university and community service. These positions are on-campus.

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.

Applications will only be accepted online at https://hrjobs.csuohio.edu/postings/25410. Mailed or emailed application materials will not be accepted. Preference will be given to applications received by Nov 20th. All inquiries about the position should be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Heather Rice at h.m.rice@csuohio.edu.

List of documents applicant is required to submit:

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.

Job Summary:
Cleveland State University’s College of Health (COH) and the School of Nursing

invite applications for for 3 full-time tenure track faculty positions; two at the rank of Assistant Professor and one at the rank of 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 whose research expands nursing science in areas such as chronic disease management, maternal-child health, health services research and informatics. 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 are especially encouraged to apply.

Duties include teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels (online and in-person), engaging in scholarly research and collaboration and participating in school, university and community service. These positions are on-campus.

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:

Preferred Qualifications:

Applicant Instructions:
Applications will only be accepted online at https://hrjobs.csuohio.edu/postings/25410. Mailed or emailed application materials will not be accepted. Preference will be given to applications received by Nov 20th. All inquiries about the position should be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Heather Rice at h.m.rice@csuohio.edu.

List of documents applicant is required to submit:

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.