School of Nursing, Clinical Instructor/Clinical Assistant Professor/Clinical Associate Professor (Psychiatric-Mental Health NP) (Non-Tenure Track, 0.80 - 1.0 FTE) 1-2 Pos

Job Description:

The Stony Brook University School of Nursing invites applications for 1–2 clinical faculty appointments ranging from 0.8–1.0 FTE (academic year) within the School of Nursing. This is an exceptional opportunity for experienced Psych-Mental Health Nurse Practitioners to play a key role in educating the next generation of advanced practice nurses while contributing to the continued development and growth of nurse practitioner education within a nationally recognized academic health center.

We seek dynamic clinician–educators with recent Psych-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner clinical experience who demonstrate excellence in advanced practice and a commitment to graduate nursing education. Candidates with experience precepting nurse practitioner students and/or teaching in upper division or graduate nursing programs are strongly encouraged to apply.

Faculty in the School of Nursing are part of a collaborative academic community committed to advancing health, preparing the next generation of nurse leaders, and improving healthcare through excellence in education, scholarship, and clinical practice.

Faculty Role and Impact

As a Clinical Instructor, Clinical Assistant Professor, or Clinical Associate Professor, the successful candidate(s) will contribute to the educational, scholarly, clinical, and community service missions of the School of Nursing. Our clinical faculty lead innovative, student-centered teaching and experiential learning that prepares graduates with the advanced clinical reasoning, leadership, and practice competencies needed to thrive in today’s complex healthcare environment.

The successful candidate(s) will contribute to teaching and curriculum development within the Psych-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner program and related graduate courses. Faculty members are encouraged to bring creativity and innovation to their teaching and are supported in advancing the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning, including the development, evaluation, and dissemination of innovative educational practices.

Faculty appointed at the Clinical Assistant and Clinical Associate Professor levels are also expected to contribute to the broader mission of a major research-intensive university through scholarship, practice, and professional service.

Opportunities to maintain clinical practice may be available, supporting continued engagement and enhancing the connection between clinical practice and teaching.

Mentorship and Academic Community

The successful candidate(s) will mentor and inspire students as future nurse leaders while preparing them to deliver compassionate, culturally responsive, patient-centered care to individuals, families, and communities. Faculty are active members of a collegial academic community that values collaboration, mutual respect, and meaningful engagement across disciplines. The candidate will also help cultivate a supportive learning environment that welcomes varied perspectives and prepares graduates to provide high-quality care to diverse patient populations.

Why Stony Brook?

Stony Brook University is part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system and is a flagship public research institution located on Long Island, New York. The School of Nursing is closely affiliated with Stony Brook University Hospital and Stony Brook Medicine, providing rich opportunities for clinical collaboration, innovation, and interdisciplinary engagement.

Faculty benefit from close collaboration with Stony Brook University Hospital and Stony Brook Medicine’s acute and critical care specialty services, creating opportunities for clinical partnership, student placement, and continued engagement in advanced practice within a leading academic health system.

Joining Stony Brook means becoming part of a vibrant academic community committed to excellence, discovery, and improving the health of the communities we serve.

About Stony Brook University School of Nursing

Stony Brook University School of Nursing is a destination of choice recognized for excellence and innovation in education, leadership, research, advocacy, and practice within a supportive and inclusive environment.

• #1 Public University in New York State.
• Top 35 Public College in the US.
• Conveniently located 44 miles from New York City.
• Affiliation with a world class academic medical center.
• Ranked in the Top 10 for best online Masters Programs for the past 5 years.
• Stony Brook University is an R1 Research Institution.
• Stony Brook University is one of the two Flagship Universities in New York State.
• Top 10 University for diversity and internationalization.
• Stony Brook University School of Nursing NCLEX rates consistently above 90%.

Rank and salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Required Qualifications:

• Valid Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) NYS and National Certification
• Valid NY State Professional Nurse License
• Recent Nurse Practitioner Experience in Psych-Mental Health

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctoral Degree (or foreign equivalent - Earned or In Progress)
• Upper Division Teaching Experience
• Experience Precepting Nurse Practitioner Students

All application materials must be submitted online. Please use the Apply Now button to begin your application. For technical support, please visit Interfolio's Support Site (https://support.interfolio.com/) or reach out to their Scholar Service Team at help@interfolio.com or (877) 997-8807.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Angelea.Laccesaglia@stonybrook.edu, Business Administrator.

Special Notes

Non-Tenure track position. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. To qualify for a senior faculty appointment, the candidate must meet the criteria established by the School of Nursing (School of Nursing's Criteria for Appointment, Promotion and Tenure).

Anticipated Start Date: August 2026