Position Title
Faculty, Nursing, tenure track eligible
Responsibilities
Georgia Baptist College of Nursing of Mercer University invites applications for a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track eligible faculty position. Primary academic responsibilities will be in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program (Traditional Track). The faculty member may have additional responsibilities in other degree programs. In addition to teaching, faculty have responsibilities associated with research, scholarship, and service. This position requires on-campus presence and is not a virtual appointment. Rank and salary are commensurate with professional qualifications and experience.
Candidates for consideration at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor (tenured or tenure-eligible position) must have an earned doctoral degree, an established area of sustained research and scholarship, as well as demonstrated record of excellence in teaching. Qualifications
Required qualifications:
- Minimum of earned Master's degree in Nursing at the time employment begins
- Unencumbered license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Georgia
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Displays a philosophy commensurate with Mercer University's mission and values
The ideal candidate:
- A minimum of two years full-time academic appointment experience (five years preferred)
- Holds evidence of scholarly productivity in area of expertise
- Holds experience in a specialty area which allows for teaching in Adult Health, Foundations, or Nursing Research
- Evidences experience with CCNE accreditation standards
- Doctoral degree in nursing or related field
Background Check
Selection of the final candidate is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.
Pay Rate
Commensurate with experience
Required Documents
CV, Cover Letter, References, Diversity Statement (Other)
Special Instructions to Applicants
Submission materials include:
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Minimum of three references (two references which address teaching abilities; one reference which addresses scholarly research experience)
- Statement describing past, present, and future (planned) contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion EEO Statement
AA/EEO/Veteran/Disability
Mercer University recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds.
COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate
All faculty and staff, excluding student employees, on-call staff and adjunct faculty teaching online only, are required to have the COVID-19 vaccine or an approved medical or religious exemption by the University. New hires will be required to provide their COVID-19 vaccination card or receive approval for a medical or religious exemption by the University before their first day of employment.
