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Regular Part-time – (.50 FTE)

The Wehrheim School of Nursing in the College of Science of Technology is accepting applications for a Regular Part-Time Instructor (.50 FTE) to facilitate the learning process in higher education for individuals in pursuit of undergraduate and graduate nursing degrees and certifications through teaching, advising, and mentoring of students; assist with program accreditation; providing service outside the classroom for the University, the community and the PA State System of Higher Education; and advancing knowledge through research and other scholarly activities. Faculty teach in the online and face-to-face RN-BSN, MSN, and DNP programs, with particular emphasis on the Family Nurse Practitioner program. Courses may be taught days, evenings and/or weekends in various modalities (face-to-face or on-line) at Millersville University, online, and possible other off-campus locations. Actual assignments will depend upon department needs.

Details of the regular part-time (RPT) faculty positions are provided in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (2023-2027 CBA, Article 44, Regular Part-time Faculty). Regular part-time faculty members in the Wehrheim School of Nursing have the same roles and responsibilities of regular faculty members, pro-rated to the proportion of their workload, this includes attending meetings and engaging in other department, college, and university activities. In addition, regular part-time faculty within the Wehrheim School of Nursing will participate in activities related to academic advisement and maintaining accreditation; these activities may include but are not limited to, advising nursing undergraduate and/or graduate students, assisting in data collection, assisting in preparation of self-study and associated documentation, and participating in accreditation site visits. The position is being offered at the (.50 FTE) level, which guarantees a minimum of 6 load hours of instruction in both the Fall and Spring semesters (half-time), but there will likely be opportunities to teach beyond minimums in Fall/Spring terms, as well as opportunities to teach during the the Summer and Winter terms.

A complete application will include:

• Cover letter describing qualifications for the position.
• Current curriculum vitae or professional resume.
• Copies of registrar-issued transcripts for all degrees conferred and in progress.
• Two letters of professional reference dated within the last 12 months.

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to submit their application materials far enough in advance of the closing date to allow time for their references to respond. If you choose to provide additional documentation, please upload these items as optional documents.

Please do not link your application to the position until you have uploaded all of the required documents and any optional documents you want to provide. You will not be able to change the materials submitted or upload any new additional materials, after the application process has been completed and you receive a confirmation number.

Salary and Benefits

Position Salary: Salary and rank are commensurate with qualifications as well as aligned with the details contained in the Collective Bargaining Agreement and the Millersville University Promotion Statement.

Plus a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and future:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• Retirement Plans – Choose from two excellent options
• Tuition Waiver – Invest in your education or your family's
• Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick leave, and holidays to recharge
• Full Benefits Summary (PDF)

Required Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Nursing.
• Prior teaching experience at college/university level.
• Currently holds RN in PA (or be eligible for).
• CRNP-FNP (family nurse practitioner).
• National certification as an FNP (ANCC or AANP).
• Evidence of:
• Commitment to publication, research and clinical practice.
• Excellence in teaching (as documented by at least two letters of recommendation) and communication skills.
• Excellent oral, written, interpersonal communication skills.
• Commitment to working with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Valid driver's license
• Successful interview and teaching demonstration.
• Successful completion of three background clearances.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Earned doctoral degree in Nursing or closely related field.