"Nursing Adjunct - Spring 2026"

Job Details

Appointment Type: Temporary/Contractual

Bargaining Unit: AFT

Employment Type: Part-time

Expected Term: Start Date - End Date

Compensation: Adjunct Rate per Faculty Weighted Hours (FWH)

About TCNJ

The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) is a highly selective institution that is consistently recognized as one of the top comprehensive colleges in the nation. Founded in 1855 as the New Jersey State Normal School, TCNJ maintains the eighth highest four-year graduation rate among all public colleges and universities. It is ranked by Money as one of the top 15 public colleges “most likely to pay off financially,” and U.S. News & World Report rates it the No. 1 public institution among regional universities in the northeast.

Position Overview

The Nursing Department seeks a temporary Adjunct Faculty member for the Spring 2026 semester.

Responsibilities

• Actively communicates the department's mission, goals, and values to the community of interest.
• Participates in orientation and ongoing communication with the program coordinator and chairs.
• Complies with all agency requirements and regulatory guidelines.
• Participates in delivering didactic information or clinical instruction/oversight of undergraduate or accelerated students in light of course and clinical objectives and learning goals.
• Ensure student completion evaluations.

Qualifications

• Needs to have med-surg and nursing fundamental skills experience.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate lab instruction upon direction of course leader.
• Previous experience as a clinical instructor.
• Peds or psych experience is encouraged but not required.

Required

• MSN in nursing

Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in order to perform the essential functions of the position. If the requested accommodation(s) cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, the applicant may not be eligible for the position.

Employer Qualifications

Employment at TCNJ is contingent upon the successful completion of an applicable background check, reference checks, and verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States (Form I-9).

Accommodation: Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview should contact hr@tcnj.edu.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should apply online and submit a letter of interest, resume (CV), as well as the names and contact information for three professional references. Applications will be considered until a viable finalist has been found.

The College is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive campus community that respects and uplifts individuals from all backgrounds. We value the varied perspectives, experiences, and talents of all members of our community and strive to create an environment where everyone has equitable access to opportunities for success. As an equal opportunity employer, we comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. We encourage applications from individuals whose lived experiences and professional interests align with our institutional mission of academic excellence, access, and integrity.