Nursing Faculty Opening: Tenure Track Option

The Department of Nursing

Nursing Faculty Opening: Tenure Track Option

The Department of Nursing at Franciscan University of Steubenville (FUS) invites applications for appointment in the undergraduate nursing program at a rank commensurate with degree and experience. Tenure-track option available to terminal-degreed candidates. The preferred candidate has extensive professional experience that can be applied in the academic environment and a commitment to the responsibilities involved with a full-time faculty role. The position begins in August 2026.

Franciscan University, founded in 1946 by friars of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus Province of the Third Order Regular of St. Francis of Penance, integrates excellent academic programs with a dynamic faith environment to serve 2,500 students from all 50 states and 17 countries on campus and an additional 1,000 students online. One of only 18 faithfully Catholic universities in the U.S. endorsed by the Cardinal Newman Society, Franciscan University of Steubenville continues to lead the renaissance of Catholic higher education called for in Ex corde Ecclesiae. The Department of Nursing at Franciscan University of Steubenville facilitates the educational preparation of women and men as generalists on the undergraduate level and advanced practice nurses on the graduate level in the professional practice of nursing. To this end, the program is built on Catholic, Christian beliefs and values and emphasizes the dignity of the human person from conception until natural death. In advancing this mission, the Department of Nursing is centered on nursing as a healing ministry, which is focused on the health of the person in their environment. Faculty at Franciscan University have the unique opportunity to promote learning in a Catholic, Christian setting where faith, morals, professional standards, and evidence-based practice are integrated to support the development of professional, ethical nursing practice in an increasingly complex healthcare setting.

Qualifications:

  1. Minimal master’s degree in nursing from an accredited program; Doctoral degree preferred (e.g., Ph.D., DNP).
  2. Unencumbered registered nurse (RN) license; Additional advanced practice nursing (APRN) preferred.
  3. Evidence of an OH RN license before the first day of employment and the ability to obtain PA and WV RN licensure once hired. Compact licensure is acceptable for OH, PA, and WV.
  4. At least 2 years of clinical practice in clinical nursing (experience across the lifespan accepted) that includes performance of basic nursing skills.
  5. Experience teaching at the collegiate level.
  6. Commitment to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service.
  7. Supports the mission of the University

 

Additional Qualifications Preferred:

  1. Knowledge of online/hybrid teaching methods.
  2. Experience in nursing research, mental health, and/or med-surg.

 

 Responsibilities

  1. Develop, implement, and revise assigned nursing courses to reflect current best practices that align with the University’s mission.
  2. Teach and evaluate students in class, clinical, and lab.
  3. Actively participate in the Department of Nursing and University committees.
  4. Serve as academic advisor for assigned students.
  5. Adhere to faculty responsibilities as outlined in the University Faculty Handbook.
  6. Contribute to ongoing program assessment and growth.
  7. Perform other duties assigned by the Department Chairperson.
  8. Maintain licensures required for the position.
  9. Enhance clinical expertise when time permits.

 

To apply, please submit:

  • a letter of application
  • curriculum vitae
  • evidence of teaching effectiveness, including evaluations if available
  • a statement of teaching philosophy
  • a statement addressing personal and professional fit with the mission of Franciscan University
  • three letters of reference
  • official transcripts

All materials must be submitted electronically to Dr. Amy Myers-Eisnaugle, via [email protected].  Review of completed applications will continue until the position is filled.  For additional information, see https://franciscan.edu/faculty-openings/.  Franciscan University of Steubenville is committed to the principles of equal opportunity and is an equal opportunity employer.

 

 

Rev: 7/04, 6/11, 2/13, 12/15 CSM; 07/23 CTS/AME; 8/24 AME, 4/25 AME, 10/25

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