The Department of Nursing at Illinois College invites applications for a full-time faculty position in the traditional BSN program, with
specialization in high-acuity nursing, to start January or August 2027.
The successful candidate will have deep knowledge of and
passion for the nursing profession as well as dedication to the education of future nurses. In addition to the area of specialization,
teaching duties may include all levels of the traditional BSN program, including both classroom and clinical teaching. Faculty members are
expected to engage in continuous improvement through assessment at the course and program levels, as well as in ongoing professional
development as a practitioner and instructor.
Nursing program offerings at Illinois College include the traditional BSN and the MSN
(online). Both the traditional BSN and MSN (online) programs are CCNE accredited.
Illinois College seeks candidates who have a
commitment to working closely with a wide range of students. Currently, our population is approximately one-quarter students of color and
40% first-generation college students. Eagerness and ability to work with these populations is essential. Equally important is excellence in
pedagogy and an openness to student-centered teaching approaches.
Founded by abolitionists, Illinois College was the first in
Illinois to graduate students and hosts a chapter of Phi Beta Kappa. The College is student-focused, offering numerous opportunities for
faculty-student interaction beyond the classroom, including collaborative research, international study-travel, and mentoring. Located in
historic Jacksonville, Illinois-just 30 miles from Springfield and 70 miles from St. Louis-Illinois College has been transforming lives
since 1829.
Position Requirements:
- Master's degree in Nursing (doctorate
preferred) - Unencumbered Illinois RN license in Illinois or the ability to get an Illinois RN license
- Minimum of two years
clinical practice experience in the related specialty area - Successful college teaching experience strongly preferred; enthusiasm for
working toward pedagogical excellence required - Intercultural competence and the ability to work with diverse
populations - Evidence of strong clinical skills and the ability to facilitate student learning in a clinical setting
Applicants should submit the following materials in PDF format:
- Cover letter addressing the candidate's
interest in undergraduate nursing education and interest in contributing to the mission of a student-focused institution. - Curriculum
Vitae. - Contact information for three references.
Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until the
position is filled.
This position has a salary range of $64,000-74,000 for the nine-month academic year with individual offers
depending on field, experience, and education.