Non-Tenure: Clinical Faculty

About the role

Texas A&M University College of Nursing is seeking up to ten part-time faculty members with experience in academic nursing education to serve at clinical sites in and around the Bryan, McAllen, and Round Rock campuses. The primary responsibility is the education of students in the clinical setting, teaching undergraduate or graduate clinical courses as dictated by college needs and the candidate’s experience and qualifications. Appointees will be considered for the non‑tenure track title of Clinical Faculty. The position entails a 4‑month spring or 2.5‑month summer contract, with an anticipated start date as early as January 1, 2027.

The College of Nursing offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Traditional, Second degree, and RN to BSN), MSN‑Family Nurse Practitioner, MSN‑Nursing Education, MSN‑Forensic Nursing, DNP‑Leadership, a graduate certificate in Forensic Health Care, and post‑graduate certificates in FNP, PMHNP, and AGACNP. Future plans include a PhD program, a DNP in Extreme Environment Nursing, and additional graduate and post‑graduate certificate programs. The college provides academic programs, certificates, and continuing education in Bryan‑College Station, McAllen, Round Rock, and online, and is one of five colleges comprising the Texas A&M Health Science Center. Texas A&M University, located in the twin cities of Bryan and College Station, TX, enrolls over 70,000 students and is a member of the Association of American Universities.

Responsibilities

• Develop new courses according to curriculum and accreditation standards.
• Prepare course materials and examinations that are current, evaluated, and revised to improve student learning.
• Teach effectively in the classroom, clinical settings, and/or online environment.
• Select and manage quality clinical learning experiences in a variety of settings.
• Provide competent clinical supervision of students.
• Evaluate student performance effectively.
• Advise and mentor students for academic success.
• Maintain posted office hours.
• Collaborate with and mentor faculty peers.
• Maintain clinical currency and relevant certifications.

Requirements

• Required Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and currently enrolled in a master’s degree in nursing program with at least 50% of coursework completed; OR a BSN and a master’s degree in another field with appropriate graduate‑level nursing coursework (e.g., advanced nursing practice, nursing education, nursing research, or clinical specialty courses).
• Required Registrations, Certifications and Licenses: Candidate must be eligible for a Texas RN and/or APRN license depending upon credentials.

Qualifications

• Experience providing clinical instruction at the baccalaureate level or higher.
• Two or more years of nursing practice experience.
• Demonstrated clinical expertise in nursing.

Skills

• Master of Science in Nursing is preferred.
• Use of simulation in nursing education.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas: Community Health, Medical Surgical, Obstetrics, Pediatrics, Mental Health.
• Professional certification in a nursing specialty area.
• Experience providing didactic instruction at the baccalaureate level or higher.
• Strong educator with 5 years or more teaching experience at the baccalaureate or higher.
• Certification in simulation.