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Professor of Practice

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Posting Details

Posting Summary

Job Title Professor of Practice
Division Divison of Academic Affairs
Department Nursing Program Department
Work Status Full Time
Position Category Faculty
FLSA Exempt
Pay Range Commensurate with experience
Minimum Commensurate with experience
Maximum Commensurate with experience
Fund Source State Support
Job Duties
The Morgan State University Department of Nursing (MSUDoN) is seeking a qualified Professor of Practice. The incumbent will teach in the classroom and conduct clinical teaching. Research and publications are expected for tenure and promotion. Other areas of responsibility include participation in regulatory and accreditation, curriculum development; participation in departmental and college-wide activities and committees, such as grant writing, assessment, faculty development, mentoring student projects, and academic advisement.

  • Course coordination; instruction of didactic and clinical courses using teaching best practices.
  • Keep abreast of developments in the field
  • Supervise students’ laboratory and clinical work
  • Have knowledge of Nursing Program Student Handbook and nursing program academic policies
  • Evaluate and grade students’ class work, laboratory and clinical work, assignments and papers.
  • Plan, evaluate and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction.
  • Assess clinical education needs and patient and client teaching needs utilizing a variety of methods.
  • Compile, administer and grade examinations.
  • Advise students on academic and vocational, curricula and on career issues.
  • Maintain student attendance, records, grades and other required records.
  • Establish regular office hours (face to face and remotely) at least three days per week in order to advise and assist students.
  • Participate actively in committees at the program level.
  • Active participation in a professional nursing organization.
  • Develop and present on work in areas of specialty.
  • Participate in Nursing Program specific activities specific to successful achievement of program approval (MBON) and accreditation.
  • Maintain clinical practice hours.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Requested Minimum Qualifications
The successful candidate must have a Master’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university. The candidate must hold a current Nursing License or be eligible for an unencumbered license to practice nursing in Maryland, and/or Washington, DC, or a compact state.
Other Preferences for Consideration
  • Doctorate in Nursing or other related area preferred.
  • Evidence of an active record of scholarship and service at the program, department and university levels is preferred.
  • Expertise in Nurse Education.
  • Strong preference will be given to candidates with didactic experience in the main area of teaching at the collegiate level.
  • A strong, demonstrated record of clinical expertise, experience with assessment and evaluation of student learning outcomes is required.
  • Expertise in the primary care throughout the lifespan required. Experience with total program evaluation and accreditation preferred.
Posting Detail Information

Posting Number FA00349
Number of Vacancies 2
Job Open Date 04/29/2024
Application Review Date
Job Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicant
Please enter three professional references in the References page of the application.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Are you a current, past, or retired Morgan State University employee? Are you a current, past, or retired State employee? If YES to current, past, or retired STATE employee, please state the agency. If not applicable, put N/A.

    (Open Ended Question)

  2. * Do you have a Master’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * Do you currently hold a Nursing License or eligibility for an unencumbered license to practice nursing in Maryland, and/or Washington, DC, or a compact state?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * Are you a current, past, or retired Morgan State University employee? Are you a current, past, or retired State employee? If YES to current, past, or retired STATE employee, please state the agency. If not applicable, put N/A

    (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Transcripts (unofficial )
  4. Curriculum Vitae
  5. License
Optional Documents
  1. Peer-Review/Scholarship/Creative Work
  2. Certification
  3. Supporting Document
  4. Reference Letter