Job Description

Req Id: 39117
Job Title: Clinical Assistant Professor
City: West Lafayette

Job Summary

The School of Nursing at Purdue University West Lafayette Campus is seeking to fill an Assistant Clinical Professor position. This is a full-time academic year appointment with a desired start date of August 17, 2026. Individuals in this role will contribute to the clinical teaching, engagement, and service missions of the University, College of Health and Human Sciences, and School of Nursing. Depending on departmental needs, this posting may be used to fill multiple positions.

Purdue School of Nursing graduates impact health and influence healthcare delivery worldwide. The School of Nursing (SON) is a leader in clinical education, offering undergraduate (BS) and graduate (MS, DNP, PhD, Post-Master’s Certification) programs.

• The undergraduate program is ranked top 8% nationally

• The MS program is ranked top 4%

• The DNP program is ranked top 9% (U.S. News & World Report)

The SON has a diverse faculty of 40 clinical and 14 research/tenure-track members, recognized for innovative educational approaches including high-fidelity and virtual reality simulation and active learning. The School leads research that advances evidence-based care and provides transformative learning experiences. Nursing clinics include one campus-based and four community-based locations.

In 2027, the SON will move into a new state-of-the-art building designed to support next-generation learning, discovery, and engagement.

Job Duties

The successful candidate will help develop clinical nurse leaders who can transform healthcare. Responsibilities may include:

• Delivering lectures and facilitating learning in undergraduate and/or graduate nursing courses.

• Overseeing students during clinical rotations.

• Teaching hands-on nursing skills in simulation labs.

• Evaluating student performance through exams, assignments, clinical assessments, and practical evaluations.

• Fostering interprofessional education opportunities with other disciplines.

Experience

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing

• At least 5 years clinical experience

• National certification in area of expertise within one year of start date

• RN licensure in the U.S.; Indiana RN licensure by start date

Preferred Qualifications

• DNP/PhD in Nursing or related field

• Previous college-level teaching experience

Application Procedure

Interested candidates should apply here:
https://careers.purdue.edu/job/Clinical-Assistant-Professor/39117-en_US/

Applicants must submit:

• A letter expressing interest and describing relevant experience and qualifications

• Teaching statement

• Curriculum Vitae or Resume

• Names and contact information for three potential references

In the cover letter, candidates should describe how they are prepared to contribute to a climate that values free inquiry and academic freedom.

A background check is required for employment.

Application review begins November 10, 2025, and continues until the position is filled.

Questions:
M. Erin Hoying, Chair of the Search Committee
Email: mhoying@purdue.edu

This job posting represents one (1) vacancy.

Purdue University is an equal opportunity/equal access university.

Posting Start Date: 10/14/25