Posting DetailsClassification Information
Classification Type EHRA
Position Overview
Primary Purpose of PositionThe School of Nursing, within the Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, is seeking an Associate Professor/Director- Doctor of Nursing Practice program whose teaching and scholarly research agenda is focused on Nursing leadership or Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing. The primary purpose of this role is to supervise the DNP program and provide student-centered teaching and clinical instruction of undergraduate and graduate-level courses. Faculty in this role will oversee the DNP program, provide student advising, student mentoring, recruitment, curriculum development, program assessment accreditation-related procedures, and DNP faculty research/scholarship mentoring. The ideal candidate will be expected to: (i) establish and sustain a strong externally-funded research program in their field of expertise; (ii) produce an excellent record of scholarly publications; (iii) incorporate modern pedagogical skills in teaching nursing courses to undergraduate and graduate courses; (iv) supervise and support DNP student projects; and (vi provide service to the SON, the college and university as well as to appropriate community and professional organizations.
This is a 12-month, tenure/tenure-track position.
Minimum Requirements - Applicants must hold a terminal degree in nursing or other related healthcare disciplines.
- Applicants must be eligible to hold RN or ARNP unencumbered licenses in the related areas in North Carolina.
- Experience in progressive academic leadership and exhibited strength in teaching in nursing.
- A sustained research record in nursing science or closed-related health care fields with external research funding potential.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education - Prior accreditation or reporting experience of the DNP program
- Prior teaching experience in baccalaureate and/or graduate nursing programs or credentials to meet the North Carolina Board of Nursing's educational requirement is required.
- Three years of experience in academic leadership
- Three years of clinical experience related to the concepts and theories essential in providing nursing care.
- Nurse Educator Certification
Required License or Certification Must hold a current unrestricted license as a registered nurse in North Carolina or have eligibility to obtain a North Carolina Registered Nurse License if a candidate is an Advanced Practice Nurse, must hold national certification.
Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.Position Information
Working Title Associate Professor/ Director- Doctor of Nursing Practice
Position Number 007509
Recruitment Salary Range commensurate with education and experience
FLSA Exempt
Appointment Type Permanent - Full-time
Tenure Track Yes
FTE 40 hours/week, 12 months
If Time Limited, Appointment LengthOrganizational Division School of Nursing
Organizational Location College of Health and Human Sciences
Organizational Unit School of Nursing
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number EPA2956
Open Date 01/30/2026
Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until FilledOpen Until Filled Yes
Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the searchDate Position Available August 2026
Special Instructions to Applicant You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application.
Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;- Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
- Community Service Leave
- Aetna - State Health Benefits of North Carolina
- NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
- Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Campus Recreation Center Discount
- University Bookstore Discount
- and more
This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.Quick Link https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/39467
