What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lecturer, Nursing position at Gonzaga University Institute for Climate, Water, and the Environment?
Title: Lecturer, Nursing
Area: School of Health Sciences
Department: Nursing
Telework Availability: On-campus Position (remote work may be considered)
Employee Classification: Non-Tenure Track Faculty (Part-time)
Appointment Percentage: 50
Months per year: 9
Salary Range: The budgeted annual salary that the University reasonably expects to offer for this position is $40,270 for Lecturer-IR (w/o terminal degree) or $44,134 for Lecturer-AT (w/terminal degree). The internal salary range for this position is $40,270 - $42,955 for Lecturer-IR (w/o terminal degree) or $44,134 - $47,077 for Lecturer-AT (w/terminal degree).
Review Date: Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Is this position eligible for relocation reimbursement or a signing bonus?: No
At this time, the University has suspended all new H1B visa sponsorships.
Job Purpose
Gonzaga University’s Department of Nursing seeks to fill one 50% FTE, non-tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Lecturer beginning fall semester 2026. The department is seeking applicants to teach in the Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) program, teaching graduate nursing students in online didactic courses, including on campus immersions held 1-2 times per semester based on course and on weekends.
The Gonzaga MSN and DNP didactic courses are offered online; the practicum courses for the Graduate program are arranged in students’ home communities and include intensive on-campus sessions. Graduate programs are offered on a 12-month basis, summer contracts are optional and offered in addition to the 9-month position.
For more information on our mission, please visit: https://www.gonzaga.edu/about/our-mission-jesuit-values/mission-statement
Essential Functions
Educational Requirement
Master's Degree
Physical & On-Campus Requirements
In-Office Presence - Ability to work on-site in typical office setting and participate in in-person meetings with colleagues: 5 days/week
Standing/Sitting - Ability to remain in a stationary position for a prolonged period: Daily (>75% of time)
Walking - Ability to move about on foot to accomplish tasks: Daily (>75% of time)
Lifting/Carrying - Ability to move or transport objects up to a specified weight: Often (50%-75% of time)
Attention to Detail - Ability to focus on detailed tasks for extended periods: Daily (>75% of time)
Problem-Solving - Ability to identify and resolve issues effectively: Daily (>75% of time)
Required Application Materials: Applicants must complete an online application and electronically submit the following required materials:
Area: School of Health Sciences
Department: Nursing
Telework Availability: On-campus Position (remote work may be considered)
Employee Classification: Non-Tenure Track Faculty (Part-time)
Appointment Percentage: 50
Months per year: 9
Salary Range: The budgeted annual salary that the University reasonably expects to offer for this position is $40,270 for Lecturer-IR (w/o terminal degree) or $44,134 for Lecturer-AT (w/terminal degree). The internal salary range for this position is $40,270 - $42,955 for Lecturer-IR (w/o terminal degree) or $44,134 - $47,077 for Lecturer-AT (w/terminal degree).
Review Date: Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Is this position eligible for relocation reimbursement or a signing bonus?: No
At this time, the University has suspended all new H1B visa sponsorships.
Job Purpose
Gonzaga University’s Department of Nursing seeks to fill one 50% FTE, non-tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Lecturer beginning fall semester 2026. The department is seeking applicants to teach in the Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) program, teaching graduate nursing students in online didactic courses, including on campus immersions held 1-2 times per semester based on course and on weekends.
The Gonzaga MSN and DNP didactic courses are offered online; the practicum courses for the Graduate program are arranged in students’ home communities and include intensive on-campus sessions. Graduate programs are offered on a 12-month basis, summer contracts are optional and offered in addition to the 9-month position.
For more information on our mission, please visit: https://www.gonzaga.edu/about/our-mission-jesuit-values/mission-statement
Essential Functions
- Teach 6 credits per semester (Fall & Spring)
- Participate in departmental councils/committees, as well as School of Health Sciences committees
- Participate in curriculum review/revision
- Advise students, guiding them in meeting degree requirements and career goals
- Pursue relevant professional development
- Master of Science degree in nursing.
- Active, unencumbered Washington state RN (or MSL) and Washington state ARNP license with FNP
- Minimum 2 years current practice as an FNP.
- Previous teaching experience with undergraduate and/or graduate nursing students including didactic
- Record of supporting students with diverse backgrounds.
- Demonstrated knowledge about cultural competence in academic and health care settings.
- Terminal degree (DNP/PhD) in nursing
- Experience teaching online courses.
Educational Requirement
Master's Degree
Physical & On-Campus Requirements
In-Office Presence - Ability to work on-site in typical office setting and participate in in-person meetings with colleagues: 5 days/week
Standing/Sitting - Ability to remain in a stationary position for a prolonged period: Daily (>75% of time)
Walking - Ability to move about on foot to accomplish tasks: Daily (>75% of time)
Lifting/Carrying - Ability to move or transport objects up to a specified weight: Often (50%-75% of time)
Attention to Detail - Ability to focus on detailed tasks for extended periods: Daily (>75% of time)
Problem-Solving - Ability to identify and resolve issues effectively: Daily (>75% of time)
Required Application Materials: Applicants must complete an online application and electronically submit the following required materials:
- a letter of application that addresses the required functions and requirements of the position
- curriculum vitae (CV)
- a one-page statement of teaching and advising philosophy
- graduate transcripts
- Names and contact information for at least three (3) professional references will be collected from advancing candidates during
- Successful applicants will have read the Mission Statement and engaged with it in their application materials.
- Please direct inquiries to owensj@gonzaga.edu.
- For assistance with your online application, call 509.313.5996.
Salary : $40,270 - $42,955