Lecturer of Nursing - Nurse Practitioner Concentrations

Frostburg State University seeks qualified applicants for a full-time non-tenure track (FTNTT) Assistant Professor in our Department of Nursing. This position is to serve as faculty member in the new Post-Masters Nurse Practitioner Certificate programs that are anticipated to begin Fall 2027. This is a full-time, 10-month contractual faculty position with teaching, service, and professional development responsibilities, that will begin Fall 2026. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications; University System of Maryland benefits package included.

The Department of Nursing at FSU provides a variety of undergraduate and graduate nursing programs and pathways including a new online LPN to BSN, a new on-campus BSN program, an online RN to BSN, and four graduate nursing concentrations. This faculty position is to teach primarily within the undergraduate on-campus and online programs.

The Department of Nursing is a dynamic, fast-paced environment that thrives on the strengths of each team member. We are looking for individuals that enjoy working in a collaborative team environment and are experienced in developing innovative and creative teaching strategies focused on student success. Successful candidates will have a strong commitment to promoting diversity and have respect for our diverse student population.

Responsibilities: Teach 24 credits each academic year in the online and hybrid format at the graduate level. Advise graduate students. Design curriculum and design and coordinate curriculum in area of specialty/expertise. Devote efforts to scholarly activities and professional development. Provide service activities to the department, college, university, community, and/or profession. Other academic duties as assigned. Maintaining active practice is required to teach graduate level clinical courses. This is a hybrid position requiring on-campus time each month for meetings, and some days each semester for graduate student laboratory requirements.

Minimum Qualifications: Earned graduate degree in family nurse practitioner and/or psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner from a regionally accredited university. Unrestricted APRN license or eligible for licensure in Maryland. We are seeking applicants with recent clinical nursing practice and/or considerable professional development related to clinical nursing practice.

The successful candidate will display evidence of leadership skills and excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications: Earned or in progress doctoral degree in nursing or related field. Dual certification in family and psychiatric nurse practitioner.

About the University: A member institution of the University System of Maryland, Frostburg State University is a public, comprehensive, largely residential regional university offering programs in the sciences, education, business, the arts, and humanities at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. FSU prides itself on being a dynamic, learning-centered institution that emphasizes teaching with opportunities for professional development and research. More than 4,000 students enroll yearly.

About the Area: FSU is located on a scenic 260-acre campus in the mountains of Western Maryland, a region rich in history, quaint shopping areas and eclectic cafes and food choices. The Western Maryland region is considered a four-season outdoor hub of recreational experiences offering activities such as hiking, mountain biking, water sports, snowboarding, skiing, golfing, climbing, etc. Frostburg offers a family-friendly college town feel with easy access to major cities like Pittsburgh, Washington, and Baltimore. If you are looking for insightful colleagues, energetic students, and a great place to work and call home in a region with unlimited adventure seeking opportunities, FSU is for you!

To Apply: Please visit https://marylandconnect.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/FSU_Careers

Along with your application, please provide the following: 1) curriculum vitae; 2) a cover letter specifically addressing the requirements in this advertisement; 3) a brief statement on your teaching philosophy; 4) a brief statement outlining your commitment to inclusion and diversity; 5) contact information for three professional references; and 6) unofficial transcripts of your graduate work. Please note: the contributions to diversity, equity and inclusion statement should describe your past experience, activities, and future plans to advance diversity, equity and inclusion, in alignment with FSU’s mission to reflect the diversity of our campus and to meet the educational needs and interests of our diverse population. Some faculty candidates may not have substantial past activities. If that is the case, we recommend focusing on future plans in your statement.

This position is open until filled.

Pay: $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,000