Lewis-Clark State College·Nez Perce County, Idaho
The faculty member will teach face-to-face and online nursing courses for undergraduate and graduate programs. Additional duties include curriculum design, academic advising, scholarship, and student recruitment and retention efforts.
LC State invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor.
Salary and rank based on experience and qualifications: $63,000 - $66,000 Degree Required: Master's degree in Nursing from a regionally accredited college or university Required Qualifications: Active, unencumbered ID RN license or eligible to attain.
Must have current healthcare provider CPR certification and be able to meet health and immunization requirements.
Current clinical nursing experience in areas such as population/community health, nursing leadership, and healthcare policy.
Detail-oriented, resourceful, excellent interpersonal oral and written communication skills, and able to work autonomously within a collaborative and dynamic faculty group.
Ability to use computers, Microsoft Office applications, Canvas Learning Management System, TEAMS, and other instructional technologies.
Doctorate from a regionally accredited college or university. Experience teaching in an undergraduate or graduate nursing program. Experience with curriculum development. Demonstrated ability to advise and mentor students. Experience with online and/ or distance instruction of nursing courses.
This 9-month, full-time, tenure-track faculty member will be responsible for teaching face-to-face didactic and clinical nursing courses as assigned for pre-licensure BSN students, for teaching online coursework for RN-BSN students, and/or for teaching online courses for the nursing graduate program. The teaching assignment is a 9-month contract with pay and benefits over 12 months. The successful candidate will participate in curriculum design, implementation, evaluation, and revision and will provide support to enrolled program and pre-program students. Additional responsibilities include academic advising, scholarship/professional development, and service activities. Additional duties include direct and indirect activities to support recruitment and retention of students. Application Procedure: Please upload all of the following documents or your application may not be considered for review. Cover Letter/Letter of Interest Resume/Curriculum Vitae Contact Information or Letters for three (3) Professional References Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts requested upon hire) This position is open until filled; however, applications received on or before September 1, 2026, will receive first consideration. Posting will remain open until a suitable pool of candidates is identified. This position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background check and may also be subject to an education verification. LC State is an EEO/VETS employer.
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Nursing and possess an active, unencumbered ID RN license. Applicants are also required to have current CPR certification and clinical nursing experience.
Market context
Assistant Professor openings in Idaho nursing programs often reflect steady demand for faculty who can teach while bringing current clinical experience into the classroom. These roles are competitive because schools typically look for a master’s-prepared nurse with an active, unencumbered Idaho RN license, current CPR certification, and relevant practice experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license status and teaching or clinical background before applying.