NTL Faculty in SMC, Clinical Assistant Professor or Clinical Associate Professor

Posting Information

Posting Information

Position Title NTL Faculty in SMC, Clinical Assistant Professor or Clinical Associate Professor Job Posting Number 2026124NTL Job Location San Marcos College/Division College of Health Professions Department/School St. David's School of Nursing Position Description

The St. Davids School of Nursing at Texas State University is seeking a clinical nursing faculty (2 positions) at the Clinical Assistant Professor or Clinical Associate Professor level for a nine-month appointment with potential for summer employment. The School of Nursing is one of eight academic programs within the College of Health Professions.

We are looking for a collaborative and student-centered educator who values shared governance, contributes positively to team culture, and actively engages in a collegial academic environment that supports faculty, staff, students, and community partners.

The role includes teaching primarily in the undergraduate nursing program across both clinical and didactic settings, providing clinical instruction in general and specialty areas, and facilitating engaging, inclusive, evidence-based didactic learning experiences. The faculty member will also deliver simulation and skills lab instruction that supports student development, collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development, evaluation, and continuous program improvement, and actively contribute to a supportive, respectful, and collaborative faculty culture through participation in meetings, committees, and shared governance. Additionally, the position involves engaging in service to the school, college, university, and community, including fostering partnerships with clinical agencies.

Rank and salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. The selected candidate will be given the appropriate rank and title based on college and university policy and established standards. This position will be located in San Marcos, Texas.

Required Qualifications

For the rank of Clinical Assistant Professor:

• Masters degree in nursing or a related field with at least 3 graduate credit hours in nursing education.
• Minimum of five years of clinical experience as a registered nurse.
• Eligible for Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in Texas.
• Minimum of two years of demonstrated teaching experience in a professional school of nursing, or equivalent.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching and learning aligned with the programs vision, mission and goals, demonstrated through a teaching presentation during the campus visit with faculty.
• Evidence of ability to work effectively and collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and clinical partners, contributing to a positive team environment.

For the rank of Clinical Associate Professor, in addition to those required above:

• Minimum of five years of demonstrated teaching experience in a professional school of nursing, or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

For both ranks:

• Current doctorate or enrollment in a doctoral program.
• Experience in curriculum design, program development, simulation, informatics, or communications technologies in nursing education.
• Record of scholarly/creative activities, including grantsmanship or funded projects.
• Experience with accreditation, program evaluation, and assessment processes.
• Certification in a nursing specialty or nursing education.
• Experience with online or hybrid teaching modalities.
• Experience with Standardized Patient programs.
• Demonstrated collegial leadership including mentoring peers, contributing to inclusive excellence, and supporting innovation through teamwork.
• Experience building and sustaining community and clinical partnerships.
• Evidence of fostering collaborative team development, conflict resolution, and peer support in academic or clinical settings.

Application Procedures

Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/56474.

The position will stay open until filled.

To ensure full consideration, please submit the following materials:

• Cover letter addressing the required and preferred qualifications.
• Curriculum Vitae.
• Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document).
• Licensure and /or Certifications
• Contact information for three references, including two letters of recommendation.

The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts from all degree-granting universities.

Type of Position Full-Time Proposed Start Date 08/16/2026 Posting Date 05/12/2026 Review Date 05/29/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled? Yes Legal Notices

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Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

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Record Checks and Verifications

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Eligibility for Employment

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.

Why Work at Texas State?

Texas State University is a large, student-centered public research institution serving more than 40,000 students across undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in San Marcos and Round Rock. Classified as a Carnegie Doctoral University with High Research Activity (R2), TXST is actively advancing its ambitious Run to R1 strategy, demonstrating sustained growth in research activity, doctoral education, and scholarly impact.

Faculty at TXST join a vibrant academic community of over 5,000 faculty and staff committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service. The university offers a collaborative, supportive environment, and interdisciplinary scholarship. Outstanding faculty are drawn to TXST for the opportunity to make a meaningful impactadvancing research, mentoring a growing student body, and helping shape the future of a rapidly growing research university.

Quick Link https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/56474 Special Instructions Summary

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document)
• Licensure
• Certifications
• List of References

Optional Documents

• DD 214/DD1300
• Veteran's Preference
• Letter of Recommendation #1
• Letter of Recommendation #2

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you hold a BSN degree AND a Masters degree in Nursing (or a Masters in a related field with at least 12 hours of graduate nursing education course work)?

• Yes

• No

• • Please select the rank you are applying for.

• Clinical Assistant Professor

• Clinical Associate Professor

• How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

• The Chronicle of Higher Education

• InsideHigherEd.com

• HigherEdJobs.com

• Diverse Issues in Higher Education

• InsightintoDiversity.com

• Texas Workforce Commission-Work in Texas

• Colleague, friend, and/or personal referral

• Other (Please Specify in follow up question below)

• Please Specify: (enter "NA" if not applicable)

(Open Ended Question)

• Official transcripts are required for all degrees that provide evidence of a faculty member's credentials and qualifications. Foreign/International transcripts for all degrees must undergo a credentialing evaluation for U.S. equivalency by an organization that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). If selected for hire, I will provide official transcripts and/or evaluations for all degrees earned.
• Yes
• No