Assistant Professor of Nursing

About the Role

California State University, Stanislaus invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Nursing position. The School of Nursing is expanding its reach with a new, state-of-the-art facility in Stockton, featuring cutting-edge simulation laboratories on both the Turlock and Stockton campuses. These immersive, high-fidelity environments mirror real-world healthcare settings, empowering students and faculty to develop critical thinking, teamwork, and clinical excellence.

The selected candidate will teach across all programs within the School of Nursing, including didactic, laboratory, simulation, and/or clinical courses. Responsibilities also include engaging in research, creative activities, and service to the University, all essential for retention, promotion, and tenure.

Responsibilities

• Teach didactic, laboratory, simulation, and/or clinical courses across the School of Nursing’s programs.
• Engage in research and creative activities to support retention, promotion, and tenure.
• Contribute to service activities for the University and broader community.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in nursing.
• At least one year of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse (RN) in direct patient care within the last five years.
• One year of experience teaching nursing or a course that included practice in teaching nursing.
• Eligibility for RN licensure in California.
• Ability to meet health policies and other requirements imposed by clinical agencies.
• Ability to teach across the nursing curriculum.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. or DNP in nursing or a related field from an accredited program.
• BSN or MSN if the doctoral degree is not in nursing.
• Experience teaching in an online mode or with laboratory simulation instruction.
• Successful research, publications, or experience in outcomes assessment and/or service learning.
• Evidence of potential to produce scholarly work.

Pay

Anticipated hiring range is $7,331–$7,481 per month for Assistant Professor (12 monthly payments per academic year). Compensation is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Benefits

As a member of the 23-campus CSU System, the university offers an extremely competitive benefits package.

About the Department, College, Campus, and Area

California State University, Stanislaus serves the San Joaquin Valley and is a critical educational resource for a six-county region of approximately 1.5 million people. The University is fully committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture and is recognized as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI).

Stanislaus State offers 43 undergraduate majors, 16 master’s programs, 7 CSU post-graduate credentials, and a doctorate in education, serving over 10,000 students. The University has 662 faculty members, 94% of whom hold doctorates or terminal degrees in their fields. New instructional facilities support professional programs, laboratory sciences, and performing arts.

The University has received national recognition, including top rankings by U.S. News & World Report and Washington Monthly for its value and impact. The campus is located in Turlock, with a new state-of-the-art facility in Stockton, fostering innovation in nursing education.

Application screening begins September 2026. The position starts on August 19, 2027. For questions, contact Dr. Jennifer Peltier, Committee Chair, at jpeltier@csustan.edu.