Instructor/ Assistant Professor (Non-Tenured) (Masters Direct Entry)

The faculty & staff of Columbia University School of Nursing welcome you to a tradition of excellence in nursing education, clinical practice & research that spans more than a century. We represent the very best in quality & innovation within an academic environment. Our focus is on building evidence for effective practice and translating that evidence-based knowledge to practice & policy environments.

Located in New York City, Columbia University offers rich opportunities with an infrastructure that provides the foundation for scholarly success.  Columbia Nursing is a close-knit & collaborative team that partners on research, education & clinical experiences and shares a vision for the future of healthcare in this country. We are internationally known & clinically unrivaled with recognition for excellence in research & curricular advancements as part of one of the world’s most renowned medical centers. Our faculty thrive in our new state-of-the-art building that includes a two-story simulation center.  A career with Columbia Nursing has never been so inviting!

We are currently recruiting for faculty member to teach in the prelicensure Masters Direct Entry Program (MDE) with a primary focus on medical-surgical nursing. This faculty member will contribute to teaching across the prelicensure curriculum, supporting students' development of clinical reasoning, professional identity, and readiness for practice.

The successful candidate will engage in classroom, clinical, and/or laboratory instruction, working collaboratively with faculty, staff, and clinical partners to ensure high-quality learning experiences. This role requires a commitment to student success, inclusive teaching practices, and the preparation of graduates who are practice-ready and aligned with professional standards.

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limted to :

• Teaching in the prelicensure nursing program with a primary focus on medical-surgical nursing across didactic and clinical settings
• Facilitating student learning to promote clinical judgment, critical thinking, and application of evidence-based practice
• Supervising and evaluating students in clinical settings to ensure achievement of course and program outcomes
• Collaborating with faculty to design, implement, and evaluate course content and student assessments
• Providing timely, constructive feedback and academic support to promote student progression and success
• Preparing students for success on the NCLEX through integration of test-taking strategies, clinical judgment frameworks, and NCLEX-style assessment throughout the curriculum
• Participating in curriculum development, evaluation, and continuous quality improvement initiatives
• Engaging in scholarly and service activities, including publications, presentations, and contributions to the advnancement of nursing education and practice, as well as active participation within the School of Nursing and broader academic and clinical communities
• Supporting a learning environment that reflects principles of equity, inclusion and professionalism

Columbia University offers a competitive salary & outstanding benefits package.The selected individual will receive an academic appointment commensurate with credentials & qualifications.(This is a non-tenured faculty position.)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master?s degree in Nursing from an accredited institution and enrollment in a doctoral program
• Active, unencumbered RN license
• Minimum of 3 years of clinical nursing experience, with a strong background in medical-surgical nursing
• Demonstrated ability to teach and support diverse learners
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Earned doctoral degree (PhD, DNP, EdD, or equivalent)
• Prior teaching experience in a prelicensure nursing program
• Experience in curriculum development and evaluation
• National certification in a relevant clinical specialty