Assistant Professor, School of Nursing (AA27017, AA27016, AA27018, AA27019)

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• Title: Assistant Professor,
• School of
• Nursing (AA27017,
• AA27016,
• AA27018,
• AA27019)
• Institution:
• Minnesota
• State
• University,
• Mankato
• Classification
• Title:
• State
• University
• Faculty
• Bargaining
• Unit /
• Union: 209:
• Inter
• Faculty
• Organization
• City:
• Mankato
• FLSA:
• Job
• Exempt
• Full
• Time /
• Part
• Time:
• Full time
• Employment
• Condition: Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

Salary Range

$64,963.00 - $188,620.00 *4 OPEN Positions: PRF#s: AA27016, AA27017, AA27018, AA27019

Salary Range

Assistant Professor: $64,066 - $186,015 Salary Type: Depends on qualifications Position: Tenure-Track (Probationary*) Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin on November 17, 2025 and continue until the position is filled.

Job Description

The successful candidate will enhance student access, success, and degree completion by teaching undergraduate courses with a primary focus in the prelicensure baccalaureate program within the School of Nursing through a lens of racial equity and social justice; advising and mentoring students using a welcoming, equitable and inclusive approach; engaging actively in scholarship and continued professional development; and participating in service to the discipline, department, university, and community. Must have an active, unrestricted Minnesota registered nurse license at the time of appointment. A typical faculty workload responsibility may include up to twenty four (24) credits of instruction per academic year. May need to teach in other areas as assigned and qualified. The successful candidate will be expected to teach in the pre-licensure program on the main campus in Mankato, at clinical sites as assigned, and develop/instruct online coursework. The successful candidate will collaborate with colleagues in curriculum design, instruction and evaluation, and help create innovative strategies for student recruitment, retention, and completion, and expectations as listed in Appendix G of the IFO Master Agreement. All faculty members are expected to engage in scholarly or creative activity or research, in continuing preparation and study, in contributing to student growth and development, and in providing service to the university and community (see Article 22 and Appendix G of the IFO Master Agreement).

Minimum Qualifications

Demonstrated ability to serve a diverse population and apply an equity lens, including social justice and/or anti-racism, to the role. Doctorate in nursing or closely related field (Conferred by the time of application or conferred by the time of application for tenure.) Graduate degree in nursing (Conferred on an official transcript at the time of hire) Active unrestricted Registered Nurse licensure; active unrestricted Minnesota Registered Nurse license at the time of appointment. Demonstrated ability to serve a diverse population and apply an equity lens to this position, including social justice and/or anti-racism. Ability to travel to clinical sites weekly or as necessary to facilitate student learning. Preferred Qualification Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment. Demonstrated effective written, oral communication and/or presentation skills. Teaching experience at the undergraduate and/or graduate level. Clinical experience in last 1-3 years. Experience developing and facilitating student learning during low, medium, and high-fidelity simulation. Evidence of or potential for nursing scholarship. Other Requirements Work safely at all times, which includes but is not limited to, participating and completing all required safety trainings, as well as performing all job tasks in accordance with Minnesota State University, Mankato policies and procedures utilizing appropriate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment. The Minnesota State University, Mankato Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available for your review. This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the University. The policy statements address the school’s policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security. Three years’ worth of statistics are included for certain types of crimes that were reported to have occurred on-campus, or in other University affiliated locations. This report is available online at: http://www.mnsu.edu/safety/. You may also request a paper copy from University Security at 507-389-2111, or by emailing security@mnsu.edu. Additional Information Additional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at: www.mnsu.edu *The salary range denoted above is the contractual range; however, salary upon hire is dependent upon qualifications and experience. About The School of Nursing is a welcoming, equitable, and inclusive environment offering innovative, family- and society-focused, technology-enhanced curricula for graduate and undergraduate students. We offer two programs leading to a Bachelor of Science degree which are the Pre-licensure and RN Baccalaureate of Science programs. The RN Completion program is 100% online with an enrollment of approximately 700 students. The Pre-licensure program is offered at the Mankato campus and is an upper-division, four-semester major with about 270 students enrolled. Courses are primarily offered face-to-face on the Mankato campus, with learning activities in our Maverick Family Nursing Simulation Center as well. The BSN-DNP/FNP program is offered at the MSU Mankato Center for Graduate and Professional Studies located in Edina and has an enrollment of approximately 50 students. A new Advanced Professional Nurse MS Degree Program is 100% online with approximately 100 students. A supportive environment encourages interdisciplinary research, development of teaching skills, and community service. The Glen Taylor Nursing Institute for Family and Society, associated with the School of Nursing, provides opportunities for scholarly activity. Opportunities for professional growth are contractually funded through improvement grants, research grants and incentives, and sabbatical leaves. Additional information about the School of Nursing can be found at: http://ahn.mnsu.edu/nursing/. University Demographics Minnesota State University, Mankato is a member of the Minnesota State system. Minnesota State has established a strategic vision, Equity 2030, which aims to close the educational equity gaps across race and ethnicity, socioeconomic status, ability, and geographic location by the end of the decade at every Minnesota State college and university and to provide an opportunity for all Minnesotans to create a better future for themselves, for their families, and for their communities. The focus of the work includes: · Enhancing access and student success. · Providing Minnesota with the talent it needs. · Anchoring the communities and regions we serve. Equity 2030 seeks to bridge efforts occurring within divisions and institutions, creating an intentional statewide culture of equity-minded collaboration and resulting in equitable practice embedded throughout our institutions. The full Equity 2030 plan is linked here: https://www.minnstate.edu/Equity2030/index.html. Destination 2030, the University’s strategic plan announced by President Edward Inch in August 2023, commits the University to making transformative strides in four main areas: being a lifelong provider of access to an equitable and affordable education; being a leader in transformational learning generating inspired action; being a nimble and innovative steward of resources; and being a community of care built upon diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We seek to attract teacher-scholars who will be culturally and academically diverse faculty members, and staff with a demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. Minnesota State University, Mankato, is student-centered and focuses on applied research that expands knowledge; improves learning; and serves the region, state, and nation. Founded as a Normal School in 1868, Minnesota State University, Mankato is now the second largest university in Minnesota with a tradition of combining big-ideas with real-world thinking to find solutions for pressing problems in the state, region, and global society. Mankato, Minnesota, is a community of nearly 44,500 people, about 85 miles southwest of the twin cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul. The University acknowledges the land and the tribal nations upon this land whose work is being accomplished. We acknowledge that we are on Dakota land. We also take the opportunity to recognize that we live, work, and learn in the homeland of the Dakota people, whose language frames our name—Minnesota State University, Mankato. Serving approximately 17,900 students annually, the University is an applied research institution, with more than 200 academic programs, from bachelor’s through doctoral degrees. The University is a diverse and global campus with 18% students of color and1,175 + international students from 95 countries, cutting-edge information technology solutions and extensive partnerships, with 1,600 faculty and staff, including 700 teaching faculty. The University has additional locations and a growing number of on-line programs to accelerate educational access and opportunity. These locations include partnerships in northern Minnesota’s the iron range region. Fast facts about the university can be found here: https://mankato.mnsu.edu/about-the-university/fast-facts/. Application Procedures: A complete online application will include the following attachments. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the search committee. Cover Letter Non-Photo Resume/Curriculum Vitae Contact Information for three (3) references Unofficial Transcript(s) of your highest completed degree A brief (no more than one-page) diversity statement defining diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and describing your views and actions toward advancing DEI including dimensions of social justice and racial equity related to race, gender, ability and culture. How would your views and prior actions regarding diversity, equity and inclusion align with Minnesota State University, Mankato’s goals? CONTACT INFORMATION: Dr. Laura Schwarz, Search Committee Chairperson School of Nursing Minnesota State University, Mankato 7700 France Avenue South, Suite 500 Edina, MN 55435 Phone: 507-389-1583 TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711 Email: laura.schwarz@mnsu.edu *Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization which can be found at:https://admin.mnsu.edu/human-resources/our-benefits/bargaining-units-and-personnel-plans/. NOTICE: In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MN State’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check. Benefits Information: At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously. Desired Start Date: 08-15-2026 Position End Date: Open Date: 10-28-2025 Close Date: 06-30-2026 Posting Contact Name: Sarith Phan Posting Contact Email: sarith.phan@mnsu.edu Announcement – Please be Advised Minnesota State Career Site URL Update Our candidate career site URL will change on April 25, 2026. 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