What are the responsibilities and job description for the Selma Kendrick Assistant, Associate, or Full Professorship in Nursing position at South Dakota Board of Regents?
Working Title
Selma Kendrick Assistant, Associate, or Full Professorship in Nursing
Posting Number
F01880P
Department
SDSU-Graduate Nursing
Physical Location of Position (City)
Rapid City
Posting Text
The endowment holder for the Selma Kendrick Endowed Professorship in Nursing in the SDState College of Nursing will partner with the college’s Native American Nursing Education Center with the goal of growing research and scholarly activities to impact the health of Native American Communities in South Dakota. The College of Nursing prides itself in commitment to excellence in education, research, and clinical practice. The College of Nursing is especially interested in candidates who have significant potential to build extramural funding to support the goals of improving health in Native American communities. This position is located in Rapid City, South Dakota. This position is a 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position.
The SDSU College of Nursing, located in Brookings, Rapid City, and Sioux Falls, has a long history of exceptional nursing education and this is recognized through its designation as a Center of Excellence in Nursing Education by the National League for Nursing. The college’s fully accredited Healthcare Simulation Center encompassing all three sites is further evidence of our commitment to high quality education for all students. SDSU Nursing’s history of excellence, innovation and achievement across its graduate and undergraduate programs provides an excellent foundation for growth and innovation.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Embedded in the SDSU College of Nursing’s Native American Nursing Education Center (NANEC), this endowed professorship will fulfill a collaborative role with the advising and mentoring team in NANEC to:
- Build supportive relationships with Native American Students across the college.
- Develop collaborative relationships with tribal communities across South Dakota.
- Develop teams responsible for innovative health research that impacts the health and well-being of indigenous populations across South Dakota.
- Grow a body of health research that informs health policy, population well-being, and healthy communities.
- Develop consistent extramural funding to support the research endeavors to support NANEC and the innovative research focus for Native American populations.
- Support teaching teams and NANEC in development of pedagogically sound educational offerings.
BENEFITS:
SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.
QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, completed by application date;
- Graduate Degree in Nursing, completed by application date;
- A Ph.D. in nursing or related field, completed by start date;
- Teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate levels;
- A history of successfully funded research and relevant clinical practice;
- Licensed by the South Dakota Board of Nursing or eligible for licensure as a registered nurse as evidenced by current licensure in another state;
- Hold a national and/or international reputation for scholarship in Indigenous and rural health, community engaged research, and interdisciplinary approaches that inform health policy, strengthen educational practices, and improve population health outcomes, and/or aligned areas of value that will advance the strengths of the college.
- Experience developing collaborative partnerships across academic, government, industry, and nonprofit sectors;
- Effective written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills;
- Valid driver’s license, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire, and willingness to travel.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Active program of research and dissemination, preferably related to Native American health and well-being;
- Experience with simulation technology and distance delivery;
- Demonstrated potential or ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams;
- Evidence of service to the nursing profession.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, curriculum vitae, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact SDState Human Resources at (605) 688-4128 if you require assistance with this process.
Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.
SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.
Posting Date
08/19/2026
Closing Date
09/09/2026
Open Until Filled
No
First Consideration Date
Advertised Salary
Salary and rank are commensurate with qualifications and experience; Assistant Professor minimum salary starts at $97,000.
Duration of the Term
12 months
If Other, describe duration
Appointment Percent
100
Tenure Status
Tenure Track
Proposed Rank
Assistant Professor
Work Hours
Typical Hours Worked Per Week
Appointment Type
Regular
Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)
If internal, define scope of search
Department Description and Cultural Expectations
SDState is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $94 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128.
Contact Information
For questions on the position, contact Christina Plemmons at Christina.Plemmons@sdstate.edu.
Salary : $94 - $97,000