Full-Time, 9-month Nursing Faculty Tenure Track (Open Rank) – Nursing

Duquesne University School of Nursing (SON) is a widely recognized pioneer in nursing education, having created Pennsylvania’s first BSN program in 1937 and the nation’s first online nursing PhD program in 1997. Today, our school is endorsed by the American Holistic Nurses Credentialing Corporation (AHNCC), and our graduate programs have been ranked nationally by US News & World Report. Our nursing faculty are dedicated to creating an educational environment grounded in the practice of ethical, holistic, and culturally competent and congruent care for vulnerable populations.

Due to unprecedented growth, the SON is currently seeking one Full-Time faculty for a 9-month, tenure track position at any rank (assistant professor, associate professor or professor) starting August 2026. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to teach mainly in the undergraduate program and multiple levels of the curriculum and engage in collaborative scholarship and research.

Minimum Qualifications:

• PhD in Nursing or related field
• Licensure or eligibility for licensure as a registered nurse in Pennsylvania
• Teaching philosophy commensurate with Duquesne University's mission and values
• Tenured candidates must present a record of publication and external funding

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD in nursing or related field
• Successful teaching experience at the university or college level – to include both in-person and online instruction
• Demonstrated commitment to the profession as evidenced in record of professional leadership or public service, research and scholarship
• Clinical and or scholarly expertise and/or nursing education preferred.

Alternatively, the applicants may possess any equivalent combination of experience and training, which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the University Community. Ability and willingness to contribute actively to the Mission of the University and to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University. The Mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an ecumenical campus community.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter, a letter of intent that addresses reasons for application to the position, philosophy of teaching and statement on scholarship, resume/CV, and contact information for a minimum of three professional references.