Lecturer in Nursing

Purdue University

Job Information

  • Req Id: 40162

  • Job Title: Purdue Global Full-Time Faculty ASN, School of Nursing

  • City: Perry, IA

  • Posting Start Date: 01/08/2026

About the Opportunity

The Full-Time Faculty role will provide support to Purdue University Global’s School of Nursing. Building on Purdue University's mission to provide greater access to affordable, high-quality education, Purdue University Global is a public, nonprofit institution offering a world-class online education.

Successful candidates should reside in the Perry, IA area or within commutable distance. The clinical site is located at:
Dallas County Hospital, 610 10th Street, Perry, IA 50220

Job Summary

Full-time faculty may have responsibilities in four areas: teaching, service, scholarship, and professional development. The allocation of time in each area is determined annually, after discussion with the Program Head, and may vary year to year.

  • The workload is based on the needs of the Department and School, consistent with Purdue Global’s mission as a teaching institution.

  • While teaching is typically the primary responsibility, service, scholarship, and professional development activities form part of the annual workload.

Teaching Responsibilities

  • May include both undergraduate and graduate courses

  • Course assignments consider credentials, program needs, number of preparations, and number of students

Service Responsibilities

  • Participate in and/or take leadership roles in Purdue Global department or university-wide governance committees

  • Examples include course lead, mentoring other faculty, student-focused activities, portfolio evaluation, curriculum work, vacation relief for colleagues, and leadership in professional organizations

  • In limited cases, some service activities may receive additional compensation

Scholarship Activities

  • Vary by faculty interest and may not be required

  • Should be developed in consultation with the Dean, Associate Dean, or Program Head

  • Examples include implementing solutions or new approaches to academic/professional challenges, publishing articles, and presenting at academic/professional meetings

Professional Development

  • Minimum 8 hours per year required

  • Additional professional development may count toward workload if approved by Program Head

What to Expect in This Role

  • Provide a student-centered learning environment

  • Report concerns about student progress to Success Coaches or Academic Advisors

  • Assist the University in retention and outreach efforts

  • Maintain open and timely communication via Purdue Global email

  • Participate in institutional assessment and new program development

  • Attend faculty meetings and continuous improvement sessions

  • Remain current with trends, techniques, and technology relevant to the program

  • Maintain accurate and timely reports for student grades

  • Follow university style and branding guidelines for all student materials, ensuring accessibility

Experience and Qualifications

  • BSN minimum requirement, MSN preferred

  • 2–5 years’ experience working as a nurse

  • Minimum 2 years of related teaching experience and/or training (online teaching experience a plus)

  • Active, unencumbered registered nursing license and/or advanced practice license

  • Experience with Brightspace LMS preferred

  • Proficiency in MS Office and Google applications

  • Knowledge of databases, internet, spreadsheet, and word processing software; use of PC, simulation, and basic nursing equipment

  • Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills

  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

  • Valid driver’s license in Iowa and surrounding states

Additional Information

  • Target Salary: $80,000

  • Purdue University Global will not sponsor employment authorization

  • Background check required

  • Remote employees must have a reliable internet connection and a dedicated workspace

  • Applicants must provide unofficial transcript at application and official transcript if hired

  • FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)

  • Purdue Global is an EEO/AA employer

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