"Visiting Assistant or Associate Professor, Family Nurse Practitioner Program (F00631)"

Job Summary

Mercy University invites nominations and applications for a 9-month or 12-month Visiting faculty position for the Family Nurse Practitioner Program at our Westchester campus (Dobbs Ferry, NY). This is an opportunity to join an engaged team of professional and dedicated colleagues in a CCNE-accredited program that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. We welcome dynamic educators to our team who want to make a difference in the lives of our diverse student body and in their profession.

Mercy University is a nonsectarian, nonprofit New York metropolitan area institution offering over 90 undergraduate and graduate programs. Mercy University proudly serves a diverse student body of approximately 9000 and is a Federally designated Hispanic-serving institution. We seek faculty who prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion. Mercy University is dedicated to providing students with access to a transformative education through academic quality and robust student support. To encourage faculty growth, we offer a host of professional development opportunities to deepen their knowledge of evidence-based practices.

Applicants must submit a complete application consisting of a cover letter addressing the applicant’s qualifications, curriculum vitae, and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email contacts for at least three professional references. The initial review of completed applications will begin immediately and will continue until the positions are filled.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities

This position requires the ability to teach in a variety of courses. Responsibilities include teaching with an emphasis on high impact teaching practices, inclusive pedagogy, and active learning.

Required Skills & Experience

• Teaching experience – minimum two years.
• Unencumbered NYS License.
• Experience teaching in an online format.
• Experience in clinical practice for FNP formation.
• Experience working with diverse student populations.

Education Requirements

• Doctoral degree (PhD, DNP, EdD, DSci) is required with national certification in a NP specialty (family, adult or pediatrics).

Physical/Other Requirements

• Must be able to push, pull, move, or lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to meet all general health requirements for the position as per university policies.