Johnson & Wales University·Providence, Rhode Island
members are responsible for providing students with a rich academic experience through teaching, curriculum development, and student advising. They also engage in professional development, assess student outcomes, and participate in university service and events.
members are responsible for providing students with a rich, relevant and engaging academic experience. The faculty role encompasses teaching, student outcomes assessment, curriculum development, student advising, and university service. Faculty continuously engage in professional development while maintaining current expertise in the applicable content area and developing students through effective and innovative teaching and learning practices.
Essential Job Functions
Demonstrates specialized knowledge and maintains expertise in the theory, skills, and pedagogy of the applicable discipline or profession
Uses strategies and skills necessary to support student learning and prepares and delivers current and relevant course material in an understandable and motivating manner
Continually assesses course objectives and instructional methods to improve teaching and learning
Uses formative and summative assessments of student learning within assigned courses to inform instruction and improve student attainment of course objectives and program outcomes
Supports the university's outcomes initiatives by working to refine and revise course assignments and evaluation tools and leading or participating in data analysis discussions to make program and course improvements
Facilitates development and revision of programs and courses, assuring alignment within the program description and outcomes, course objectives and content, as well as university curriculum standards
Attends commencement, convocation, faculty meetings, department meetings, committee meetings, professional development programs, and other university events, as applicable
Supports student enrollment and retention by participating in university events, advising student clubs and organizations, and assisting with admissions activities
Adheres to and fulfills the responsibilities of all faculty members as outlined in the faculty manual
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualified candidates must live or relocate to live within a daily commuting distance of the Providence Campus location upon hire.
College/university transcripts are required upon hire.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until job posting is closed.
For more information about this position you may contact Kiley Medeiros, Nursing Program Director at kiley.medeiros@jwu.edu [kiley.medeiros@jwu.edu].
Johnson & Wales University is an equal opportunity employer. The university does not illegally discriminate on the basis of any protected class. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnic and national origin, familial status, gender or gender identity, genetic information, military service, national origin, pregnancy and related conditions, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected class.
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in nursing or a related field and possess a valid registered nurse license in Rhode Island. Preferred qualifications include clinical experience in pediatrics, nursing education experience, and an earned doctorate or progress toward one.
Market context
Nursing faculty roles in Rhode Island are typically shaped by ongoing demand for qualified educators who can support nursing programs and clinical training. These positions are competitive because schools often look for a master’s degree, a valid Rhode Island RN license, and preferred clinical or teaching experience, with a doctorate or progress toward one strengthening candidacy. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and confirm your license status and teaching or pediatric experience before applying.