Faculty Associate: DNP Program

The ASU Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation is seeking part-time, non-tenure track Faculty Associate positions. Faculty Associates are one-semester, non-benefits-eligible, fixed-term appointments with no tenure implications, not to exceed an average of 0.40 FTE per semester. The number of courses is contingent upon unit needs, funding, and sufficient enrollment. Salary is based upon qualifications and assigned teaching load. Faculty Associates may not hold multiple, non-benefits-eligible appointments at Arizona State University.

Faculty Associates will be assigned to our doctoral nursing programs. Responsibilities may include didactic, clinical, or lab/experiential/simulation teaching.

For clinical teaching positions, preference will be given to candidates with relevant clinical practice experience.

Essential Functions

Instruction & Curriculum Development

• Teach graduate-level courses in advanced practice nursing, including health promotion, disease prevention, acute and chronic conditions, and management of complex health alterations and other topics in the DNP curriculum.
• Design and deliver evidence-based instructional content using traditional, digital, and AI-supported teaching methods.
• Develop and refine course materials, syllabi, and manage course Canvas learning activities aligned with program and accreditation standards
• Demonstrates expert knowledge in the field and the ability to transmit and extend that knowledge to students and others through dynamic, stimulating, and creative strategies.
• Demonstrates the ability to develop critical, creative thinkers through continuous planning, analysis, evaluation, and revision of courses and workshops.
• Demonstrates current knowledge in the field and sustained effectiveness in teaching in the classroom and clinical area.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates innovative teaching methods.
• Prior to teaching a clinical course:  Faculty must demonstrate compliance with health and safety requirements of clinical agencies, including background clearance, Department of Public Safety Level 1 Fingerprint clearance, current Basic Life Support Health Care Provider certification, current ACLS (as applicable), immunizations, and drug screening as required per clinical agencies.

Student Mentorship & Success

• Advise and mentor graduate nursing students, fostering professional development, academic success, and transition to advanced clinical practice.
• Provide timely feedback and guidance on clinical and scholarly projects.
• Identify and address student issues, promoting academic resilience and achievement.

Assessment & Evaluation

• Design and implement student learning assessments that measure achievement of course and program outcomes.
• Use AI-assisted analytics and traditional evaluation methods to assess learning outcomes and inform instructional adjustments.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement of program assessment processes.

Clinical & Professional Expertise

• Maintain active certification and clinical expertise.
• Integrate current evidence-based practices and clinical experiences into teaching.

Required Qualifications:

• An earned doctoral degree in nursing or a related field from an accredited institution by the time of appointment
• Hold an active and unencumbered license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Arizona.
  • Must provide evidence/ receipt of an Arizona RN license and an Arizona APRN license prior to employment.
• At least two years of APRN clinical experience
• Current knowledge, competence, and certification as an APRN in the role and population focus consistent with teaching responsibilities.
• DNP non-clinical courses
  • Doctoral degree in a health or related field will be considered

Desired Qualifications:

• Previous experience teaching in an academic program (didactic, clinical, online).
• Experience in coordinating courses, degree programs, clinical placements, or campus sites
• Prior experience teaching using simulation and/or standardized patients (OSCE)
• Demonstrated ability to mentor learners from varied backgrounds

Application deadline is April 10, 2026. Applications will continue to be accepted on a rolling basis for a reserve pool. Applications in the reserve pool may then be reviewed in the order in which they were received until the position is filled. 

1. A letter of interest describing your fit for the position relative to the qualifications listed in this advertisement.
2. Curriculum vitae/professional resume
3. Names, e-mail addresses, and phone numbers for three professional references.

Application material will be accepted through the following link:  https://apply.interfolio.com/183571 

Additional queries can be sent to [email protected]