Lecturer of Nursing

Lecturer of Nursing
Lander University

Description: The School of Nursing is seeking applications for a full-time non-tenure track Lecturer position in the William Preston School of Nursing to begin August 2023. This is a 9-month contract that is renewable every academic year. This position includes teaching, advising, and service.                                                                                                                     

Minimum requirements:  Candidates must hold an unencumbered South Carolina registered nurse license with a minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Registered Nurse.  The minimum education requirement for appointment to this position is a Master of Science in Nursing.  Experience in nursing practice within the last 5 years is required. Preferential consideration given to those with nursing education and/or public health experience.  Candidates must possess a current BLS certification.  Must have strong skills in providing excellent customer service and demonstrate strong ethics. A valid driver's license and safe driving history are required.   Teaches assigned courses according to the needs of the School of Nursing.

School of Nursing.  Promotes student learning by communicating course content through a variety of teaching strategies, facilitating student engagement across all learning environments (on-campus, online), using the learning management system (LMS) and other technologies to enhance instruction.  Aligns activities and assessments with course objectives and student learning outcomes.  Provides timely feedback that promotes continuous improvement; uses student evaluations for ongoing assessment and instructional improvement; adheres to accepted standards of professional   behavior, civility, and service excellence.   Evaluates the effectiveness of course materials and teaching strategies for continuous improvement.   Posts and maintains regular office hours for mentoring, advising, and academic support Participates in service to the School of Nursing and the University.  Conforms to all state and federal laws pertaining to students’ rights in higher education.

Knowledge, skills and abilities: Excellent communication and people skills; demonstrated skill in the use of computer technology to conduct and support administrative, teaching, and advising activities.

Closing Date: Application deadline is March 20, 2023.                                                                                                        

How to Apply: All applicants should submit a cover letter clearly stating the candidate’s teaching and practice experience and interests that addresses the duties and qualifications articulated in the position description, a current curriculum vitae or resume, and three references including their telephone and email contact information. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Electronic submissions are required and should be e-mailed to Paula Haynes                                                     

Hire range: $45,000 - $47,250                                                                                                                                 

Work hours: This position requires 37.5-hours per week, occurring Monday-Friday.                                 Contract dates: August 15 –May 15 (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