Washington State University·Spokane, Washington
Instructors will work collaboratively with students, faculty, and staff within the College of Nursing. They will be responsible for teaching nursing courses based on their specialty and experience.
Online applications must be received before 11: 59pm on:
December 31, 2026
If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.
Business Title: Lecturer/Adjunct Faculty Pool | College of Nursing (Spokane, WA)
Faculty: (Fixed Term)
This recruitment is open until filled and will be used to establish a pool of applicants for the 2026-2027 Academic Year. The pool is continuously accepting applications to be reviewed throughout the academic year.
This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions at the Adjunct or Lecturer-Career level.
Washington State University and the College of Nursing invites applications for caring, committed nurses to work as part-time instructors in the nursing program on the Spokane campus. This is an exceptional opportunity for a person who wants to make a significant difference working collaboratively with students, faculty, and staff within of the College of Nursing across all campuses and WSU Health Sciences, as it continues to create both knowledge and community impact across the state of Washington and beyond.
This is a non-tenure track position with the opportunity for a 4.5-month or 9-month appointment, depending on availability and need. Successful candidates will be assigned to one of the following departments within the College of Nursing, based on specialty and experience, unless a specific department preference is provided in the application materials. Please take a few moments to read more about each department:
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FTE: Variable
4.5 months or 9 months depending on availability and need (typical schedule is during the academic year, August 16 - May 15)
Salary to be pro-rated based upon FTE and appointment length at time of offer.
Commensurate with experience and qualifications.
In accordance with RCW 49.58.110 [https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=49.58.110], the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.
WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for Faculty [https://wpcdn.web.wsu.edu/wp-hrs/uploads/sites/2/2025/12/2026-Benefit-Overview-for-Faculty-and-AP.pdf] and Total Compensation [https://hrs.wsu.edu/managers/recruitment-toolkit/total-compensation/]. [http://hrs.wsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Total-Compensation-Package-Fac-less-than-12-mth-worksheet-01.2025.xlsx]
• Previous experience as an educator or preceptor.
Not eligible for work visa sponsorship.
About College of Nursing [http://nursing.wsu.edu/] - For more information about the great work we are doing and to find our mission and values, please visit our website linked above.
Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.
1) Resume 2) Cover Letter
Finalist(s) will be asked to provide official transcripts by the time of hire.
External candidates, upload all documents in the “Application Document” section of your application. Current WSU Employees (internal candidates), before starting your Workday application, please use these instructions to update your education and experience in your worker profile in Workday [https://jira.esg.wsu.edu/servicedesk/customer/kb/view/156962755]. Internal candidates, upload all documents in the “Resume/Cover Letter” section of your application.
Documents may be submitted as one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible.
Reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process through Workday.
This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34 [https://apps.leg.wa.gov/rcw/default.aspx?cite=74.34], engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.
Time Type: Part time
Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities.
WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu [https://hrs@wsu.edu/].
Notice of Non-Discrimination
In matters of admission, employment, housing or services, or in the educational programs or activities it operates, WSU does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, physical disability, mental disability, sensory disability, use of a trained service animal, age, religion, creed, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, honorably discharged veteran, member of the military, or immigration or citizenship status except as authorized by federal or state law, regulation, or government contract.
Inquiries about the application of federal and state laws and regulations (including inquiries regarding the application of Title IX, ADA/Section 504, and implementing regulations), as well as reports and complaints of discrimination and harassment, can be made verbally or in writing to WSU’s Compliance and Civil Rights, the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights, or both.
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Candidates must have a Master's Degree in Nursing or be enrolled in an approved Nursing Master's program. Licensure or eligibility for licensure as a registered nurse in Washington State is also required.
Market context
Washington nursing programs often recruit adjunct and lecturer faculty to support clinical instruction and student enrollment needs, making qualified candidates relevant in a steady market. These roles are competitive because they typically require a master’s degree in nursing or current enrollment in an approved program, plus Washington RN licensure or eligibility. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your licensure status and teaching availability before applying.
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