Associate Professor/ Director- Doctor of Nursing Practice

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University

$75K — $95K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Terminal degree in nursing or related healthcare discipline.
  • Eligible for RN or ARNP unencumbered licenses in North Carolina.
  • Experience in progressive academic leadership and proven teaching strengths.
  • Sustained research record in nursing science or related fields with potential for external funding.
  • Prior accreditation experience for DNP programs (preferred).
  • Minimum three years' experience in academic leadership (preferred).
  • Three years' clinical experience relevant to nursing care concepts (preferred).

Responsibilities

  • Oversee and supervise the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program.
  • Provide student-centered teaching and clinical instruction at undergraduate and graduate levels.
  • Conduct student advising and mentoring to support academic success.
  • Develop and assess curriculum related to the DNP program.
  • Mentor faculty research and scholarship within the nursing department.
  • Establish and maintain a strong externally-funded research program.
  • Engage in service activities for the School of Nursing, college, and community.

Benefits

  • Accrued vacation and sick leave for eligible employees.
  • Community service leave paid time off.
  • Comprehensive health benefits through Aetna - State Health Benefits of North Carolina.
  • Vision, dental, and flexible spending options through NCFlex.
  • 12 paid holidays per year.
  • Retirement benefits through the Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS).
  • Optional supplemental retirement plans including 401k and 403b.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for support services while employed.
  • Discounts at Campus Recreation Center and University Bookstore.
Full Job Description
Posting Details

Classification Information

Classification Type
EHRA

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of Position

The 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 Length

Organizational 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 Filled

Open 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 search

Date 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

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