Job description

The William Preston School of Nursing is seeking applications for a full-time tenure track assistant professor position beginning Fall 2026.

Minimum requirements: Terminal Degree (PhD, EdD, or DNP). Experience in mental health nursing is required. A valid driver’s license and safe driving history are required. BLS certification required.

Responsibilities: The School of Nursing is seeking creative, engaging, and innovative faculty to provide the following: Effective classroom and clinical instruction. Student recruitment and advising. Participation in curriculum development and program evaluation. Demonstrated evidence of research/creative/professional activities. Service to the institution through School of Nursing and University committees. Participation in School of Nursing and University programs and activities.

How to apply

Closing Date: Application deadline 3/1/2026, or until filled.

How to Apply: All applicants should submit a cover letter clearly stating the candidate’s experience and address the expectations of the position as stated above. A current curriculum vitae/resume, and three references must be provided. Provide a telephone and email for each reference. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Electronic submissions are required and should be e-mailed to Dr. Julie Crawford, [email protected].

Hire range: $60,000-$65,000.

Work hours: This position is a Monday-Friday position, 37.5 hours per week.

Contract dates: August 10 –May 10 (9-months)

Diversity or Affirmative Action Statement: Lander University is a tobacco-free campus. All final candidates are subject to successfully completing background requirements. Lander University is committed to equal opportunity employment and being an employer of choice. Lander believes that corresponding differences within the faculty and staff, whether based on ethnicity, race, gender, religion, age, or other experiences, are tremendous assets to the role of Lander as an educational institution and within the community, region, and state. Moreover, Lander is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. As a result, it is the policy and commitment of Lander that it will not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or other protected characteristics. AA / EOE / ADA / Title IX