Clinical Assistant Faculty - School of Nursing
Eastern Washington University and the College of Health Science and Public Health invite applications for a nine-month, full-time Clinical Assistant Faculty position in the School of Nursing, beginning August 16, 2026.
About the role
Clinical Assistant Faculty report to the School of Nursing Director and are responsible for teaching in classroom, clinical, laboratory, and simulated learning environments. While primarily focused on teaching, faculty may also engage in service to department, college, university, and professional committees; research, grant writing, and professional presentations; mentoring student projects; and community outreach. Faculty follow all guidance from the collective bargaining agreement regarding their position.
The School of Nursing emphasizes clinical competence, compassionate practice, and holistic care of individuals, families, and communities. We strive to create a community of learning that fosters open dialogue, mutual respect, and the exchange of diverse ideas, aiming to educate highly sought-after professional nurses to serve Eastern Washington.
Responsibilities
- Teach in classroom, clinical, laboratory, and simulated learning environments
- Serve on department, college, university, and professional committees
- Engage in research, grant writing, and professional presentations
- Mentor student projects
- Participate in community outreach
Requirements
- Master’s degree in nursing
- Unencumbered Washington Registered Nurse license, or eligible for licensure
- Current healthcare provider CPR certification
- At least three (3) years recent clinical experience in assigned clinical area
- Prior teaching experience in a clinical, laboratory, or simulated learning environment
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills with students, faculty peers, patients, and clinical partners
- Experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and identities
- Demonstrated ability to apply a culturally responsive and flexible approach supportive of diverse needs, including universal access
- Available to start by August 16, 2026
Preferred Qualifications
- Terminal degree in nursing or a health or education-related field
- Five (5) or more years recent clinical experience
- One (1) or more years of prior experience teaching in a clinical, laboratory, or simulated learning environment
- Experience working with Canvas or another learning management system
- Demonstrated experience working with or interacting with diverse communities across race, class, ability, sexuality, and gender
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, life, and disability insurance
- Retirement benefits
- Tuition waiver for employees and eligible family members
- Discounted EWU sports tickets
- Access to campus workout facilities at a minimal fee
- Free transportation through STA buses
Pay
Expected salary upon hire: $72,419.
Schedule
Nine-month academic year appointment (mid-August through mid-May), 100% full-time during the academic year. Schedule varies by semester to fulfill position responsibilities.
This position requires a background check and proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR before beginning work. Waivers are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.