Full-time Nursing Faculty (Open Rank)

About McDaniel College:

McDaniel College is a four-year, independent college of the liberal arts and sciences offering over 100 undergraduate and graduate programs. One of the original "Colleges That Change Lives," McDaniel emphasizes experiential learning and student-faculty collaboration to develop the unique potential in every student. Represented by the Green Terror, over 20 athletic teams compete in the NCAA Division III Centennial Conference. A student-centered community of 1,600 undergraduates and 1,400 graduate students offers access to both Baltimore and Washington, D.C., plus a European campus in Budapest, Hungary.

At McDaniel College we value our employees by offering our full-time employees tuition remission, 403B retirement accounts, paid time off, medical insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and paid maternity and parental leave. For more information about the college's benefits, please click here to review the 2025 benefits guidebook and click here to view 2025 premium rates. The lecturer salary for this discipline for current faculty based on experience and years in rank is $85,000. The assistant professor salary rate for this position is $90,000.

Job Description:

McDaniel College invites dedicated, student-centered nursing educators to join our Department of Nursing as Full-Time Faculty (Open Rank). We seek a collaborative and mission-driven colleague who will bring passion, expertise, and innovation to our Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program.

The successful candidate will contribute to the continued growth and excellence of our program by teaching across classroom, simulation, laboratory, and clinical environments, while advancing academic quality through the Systematic Evaluation Plan. This 12-month faculty position plays a central role in preparing future nurses to provide compassionate, evidence-based care and to excel as leaders in a dynamic healthcare environment.

At McDaniel, faculty thrive within a close-knit liberal arts community that values excellence in teaching, service, and scholarship. Our Nursing faculty are deeply engaged in mentoring students, shaping curriculum, and contributing to accreditation and program development. We welcome applicants who demonstrate a commitment to inclusive teaching, professional integrity, and a student-first approach that reflects McDaniel's culture of care and academic rigor.

Responsibilities:

• Teach a full-time academic load across classroom, simulation, nursing skills lab, and clinical settings.
• Develop, deliver, and assess course materials, assignments, and exams aligned with program learning outcomes.
• Maintain current and accessible instructional content in collaboration with nursing faculty colleagues.
• Evaluate student learning and provide feedback that supports progression, retention, and professional growth.
• Participate in curriculum planning, evaluation, and continuous improvement through the Systematic Evaluation Plan.
• Teach and assess clinical judgment and decision-making consistent with nursing curriculum standards.
• Oversee precepted clinical experiences and ensure compliance with clinical site requirements.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate nursing students in academic and professional development.
• Participate in departmental and college service, including committee work and governance activities.
• Support program accreditation, compliance with the Maryland State Board of Nursing, and related reporting.
• Contribute to the recruitment, orientation, and mentorship of nursing students and faculty.
• Maintain clinical competence and engage in scholarly and professional development activities.
• Participate in faculty evaluation processes and maintain documentation required by the College.
• Partner with the Office of Admissions and the Nursing Program Director to represent the program at recruitment events, class visits, and outreach activities.
• Reflect McDaniel's values through proactive, caring, and responsive engagement with students and colleagues.

Requirements:

• Master's degree in Nursing required; Doctoral degree preferred.
• Active, unencumbered Maryland RN license or multistate privilege to practice registered nursing.
• Minimum of two years of current clinical experience as a registered nurse.
• Expertise in nursing practice relevant to assigned teaching areas.
• Two or more years of college-level teaching experience preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in nursing practice, teaching strategies, and curriculum development.
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with students, faculty, and clinical partners.
• Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and commitment to inclusive pedagogy.
• Proficient in the use of technology.
• Understanding of accreditation and regulatory requirements in nursing education.
• Valid driver's license and proof of automobile insurance.

Candidates must comply with all related federal, state, and local regulatory guidelines including, but not limited to, FERPA and Title IX.

Additional Information:

McDaniel College, in compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate in the recruitment, admission, and employment of students, faculty, and staff in the operation of any of its educational programs and activities. McDaniel College will not tolerate any discrimination or harassment on basis of any protected status including protective hairstyle, race, religion, color, ancestry or national origin, disability, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military status, genetic information, marital status, veteran's status, or any other actual or perceived legally protected characteristics.

Application Instructions:

Please click the Apply Now button below to begin your application.

To apply, visit: https://employment.mcdaniel.edu/

Applications must be submitted via this online process to be considered. Applications must include the following:

• Letter of interest
• Curriculum Vitae
• A statement of teaching philosophy, including a statement of experience with, and commitment to, teaching a diverse student body

At the time of application, letters of reference are encouraged but not required. All complete applications with or without reference letters will be reviewed. For candidates who are short-listed for phone interviews, three letters of references will then be solicited. To submit letters of reference at the time of application, please arrange for three letters to be sent to Provost@McDaniel.edu.

Review of applications will begin in November 2025 and continue until the position is filled.