Job description

Mercy University invites nominations and applications for 12-month faculty positions in the nursing program. 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 students’ lives and in their profession. For the undergraduate program the positions include teaching a variety of nursing courses, with particular needs in medical-surgical, health assessment, and fundamentals. Undergraduate programs are on the Dobbs Ferry and Bronx campuses. Responsibilities include teaching with an emphasis on high impact teaching practices and active learning.

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:

• At least 3 years’ experience in an academic setting preferred.
• Unencumbered NYS License
• Experience teaching in an online format
• Experience working with diverse student populations

Education Requirements:

• Education MS in Nursing (required). DNP, PhD, or EdD preferred.

Physical/Other Requirements:

• Must be able to perform tasks that may involve pushing, pulling, moving, or lifting up to 50 lbs., with reasonable accommodations as needed.
• Must meet all role-specific general health and safety requirements in accordance with university policies and guidelines upon hire with reasonable accommodations provided as needed.

How to apply

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Mercy University actively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups, and strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, marital status, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Mercy University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/Veteran/Disabilit