Georgia State University
Open Rank-Clinical Instructor/Clinical Assistant Professor/Clinical Associate Pr
Georgia State University, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
Position Information
Posting Number: F00432P
Classification Title: Clinical Open Rank Non-Tenure Track Faculty
Position Title: Open Rank-Clinical Instructor/Clinical Assistant Professor/Clinical Associate Professor of Nursing
GSU Information: Georgia State University is a national model for innovation and opening opportunities for all, among the top five most innovative universities by U.S. News & World Report. It is ranked 1st among public universities in undergraduate teaching, the top nonprofit university to award bachelor’s degrees to African American students, 4th in the country for its first-year student experience, and highly ranked for enabling the social and economic mobility of its students. Georgia State is one of the most diverse universities in the nation, opening global perspectives as the number 1 U.S. public university sending African American students abroad. A regional gateway to higher education, the five suburban Perimeter College campuses provide more than 30 associate degree pathways. The downtown Atlanta campus offers more than 250 degree programs in 100 fields of study at the undergraduate, graduate, and first‑professional levels. With five university‑wide research centers, Georgia State’s interdisciplinary research addresses major health and societal challenges and holds an R1 designation from the Carnegie Foundation. Outgoing research expenditures have doubled in the last decade, topping $1.2 billion over six years. Georgia State also drives the regional economy with a $2.9 billion impact and contributes to Atlanta’s arts and entertainment scene. All faculty are expected to be physically present on campus as needed for in‑person education and to teach in in‑person, online, or blended modalities as directed by their chair or dean.
Department: School of Nursing College: Byrdine F. Lewis College of Nursing and Health Professions Campus: Atlanta Position Type: Full Time Faculty Posting Type: Internal/External
About the Department The School of Nursing at Georgia State University, located in downtown Atlanta, is dedicated to excellence in education, research, and community engagement. It offers comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs that equip students with the knowledge, skills, and clinical expertise needed in today's healthcare landscape. Faculty members are experienced clinicians, researchers, and educators who push the boundaries of nursing science. The school is committed to service and community engagement, partnering with healthcare organizations to address disparities and promote health equity. Through clinical experiences, service‑learning, and outreach, students apply knowledge in real‑world settings. The mission is to prepare compassionate, competent, and culturally competent nurses who lead and transform healthcare locally, nationally, and globally.
Position Description The School of Nursing invites applications for two full‑time, non‑tenure‑track faculty positions at the rank of Clinical Instructor, Clinical Assistant Professor, or Clinical Associate Professor. These are nine‑month appointments with responsibilities that include:
Teaching in undergraduate and/or graduate nursing programs
Participating in scholarly activities
Advising and mentoring students
Contributing to school, university, and community service
Rank will be determined based on prior clinical and/or teaching experience.
Required Experience Candidates for all ranks must demonstrate clinical competence in nursing practice and experience working with diverse patient populations. Clinical Instructor candidates should have at least 1 year of clinical experience; prior teaching experience is preferred but not required. Clinical Assistant Professor candidates need a minimum of 3 years of clinical experience and prior teaching experience in undergraduate and/or graduate nursing programs. Clinical Associate Professor candidates must possess 5 or more years of clinical and teaching experience, a record of scholarly activity, and evidence of leadership in nursing practice or education, including mentorship.
Required Education Clinical Instructor: Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited institution; a doctoral degree (DNP or PhD) is preferred but not required. Clinical Assistant Professor: Master’s degree in Nursing is required; a doctoral degree (DNP or PhD) is strongly preferred. Clinical Associate Professor: Doctoral degree in Nursing (DNP or PhD) is required.
Preferred Qualifications / Experience A doctoral degree (PhD, DNP, EdD, or DNS) in Nursing or a related field is preferred, along with prior teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level. Preferred clinical expertise includes medical‑surgical, psychiatric, obstetrical, and pediatric nursing. Certification as a Nurse Practitioner or Clinical Nurse Specialist with current practice experience is desirable.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong teaching and mentorship skills, ability to engage in scholarly activities, commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and community engagement. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to collaborate effectively in academic and clinical settings.
Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations A current Georgia RN license or eligibility for Georgia RN licensure is required.
Pre‑Employment Requirements Criminal background check.
Work Hours Position may require non‑standard hours, including day, evening, online, hybrid, weekend, and/or other campus locations.
Salary Commensurate with experience.
Search Chair Contact Dr. Terri Hendry – thendry@gsu.edu
Departmental Contact Kevette Woolfalk‑Molet – kwoolfalk1@gsu.edu
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement Georgia State University is an equal opportunity employer.
USG Core Values Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of 26 institutions of higher education. The USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at
usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct . Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at
usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Position Detail Information Number of Vacancies: 2 Desired Start Date: 08/01/2025 Open Until Filled: Yes
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GSU Information: Georgia State University is a national model for innovation and opening opportunities for all, among the top five most innovative universities by U.S. News & World Report. It is ranked 1st among public universities in undergraduate teaching, the top nonprofit university to award bachelor’s degrees to African American students, 4th in the country for its first-year student experience, and highly ranked for enabling the social and economic mobility of its students. Georgia State is one of the most diverse universities in the nation, opening global perspectives as the number 1 U.S. public university sending African American students abroad. A regional gateway to higher education, the five suburban Perimeter College campuses provide more than 30 associate degree pathways. The downtown Atlanta campus offers more than 250 degree programs in 100 fields of study at the undergraduate, graduate, and first‑professional levels. With five university‑wide research centers, Georgia State’s interdisciplinary research addresses major health and societal challenges and holds an R1 designation from the Carnegie Foundation. Outgoing research expenditures have doubled in the last decade, topping $1.2 billion over six years. Georgia State also drives the regional economy with a $2.9 billion impact and contributes to Atlanta’s arts and entertainment scene. All faculty are expected to be physically present on campus as needed for in‑person education and to teach in in‑person, online, or blended modalities as directed by their chair or dean.
Department: School of Nursing College: Byrdine F. Lewis College of Nursing and Health Professions Campus: Atlanta Position Type: Full Time Faculty Posting Type: Internal/External
About the Department The School of Nursing at Georgia State University, located in downtown Atlanta, is dedicated to excellence in education, research, and community engagement. It offers comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs that equip students with the knowledge, skills, and clinical expertise needed in today's healthcare landscape. Faculty members are experienced clinicians, researchers, and educators who push the boundaries of nursing science. The school is committed to service and community engagement, partnering with healthcare organizations to address disparities and promote health equity. Through clinical experiences, service‑learning, and outreach, students apply knowledge in real‑world settings. The mission is to prepare compassionate, competent, and culturally competent nurses who lead and transform healthcare locally, nationally, and globally.
Position Description The School of Nursing invites applications for two full‑time, non‑tenure‑track faculty positions at the rank of Clinical Instructor, Clinical Assistant Professor, or Clinical Associate Professor. These are nine‑month appointments with responsibilities that include:
Teaching in undergraduate and/or graduate nursing programs
Participating in scholarly activities
Advising and mentoring students
Contributing to school, university, and community service
Rank will be determined based on prior clinical and/or teaching experience.
Required Experience Candidates for all ranks must demonstrate clinical competence in nursing practice and experience working with diverse patient populations. Clinical Instructor candidates should have at least 1 year of clinical experience; prior teaching experience is preferred but not required. Clinical Assistant Professor candidates need a minimum of 3 years of clinical experience and prior teaching experience in undergraduate and/or graduate nursing programs. Clinical Associate Professor candidates must possess 5 or more years of clinical and teaching experience, a record of scholarly activity, and evidence of leadership in nursing practice or education, including mentorship.
Required Education Clinical Instructor: Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited institution; a doctoral degree (DNP or PhD) is preferred but not required. Clinical Assistant Professor: Master’s degree in Nursing is required; a doctoral degree (DNP or PhD) is strongly preferred. Clinical Associate Professor: Doctoral degree in Nursing (DNP or PhD) is required.
Preferred Qualifications / Experience A doctoral degree (PhD, DNP, EdD, or DNS) in Nursing or a related field is preferred, along with prior teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level. Preferred clinical expertise includes medical‑surgical, psychiatric, obstetrical, and pediatric nursing. Certification as a Nurse Practitioner or Clinical Nurse Specialist with current practice experience is desirable.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong teaching and mentorship skills, ability to engage in scholarly activities, commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and community engagement. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to collaborate effectively in academic and clinical settings.
Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations A current Georgia RN license or eligibility for Georgia RN licensure is required.
Pre‑Employment Requirements Criminal background check.
Work Hours Position may require non‑standard hours, including day, evening, online, hybrid, weekend, and/or other campus locations.
Salary Commensurate with experience.
Search Chair Contact Dr. Terri Hendry – thendry@gsu.edu
Departmental Contact Kevette Woolfalk‑Molet – kwoolfalk1@gsu.edu
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement Georgia State University is an equal opportunity employer.
USG Core Values Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of 26 institutions of higher education. The USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at
usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct . Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at
usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Position Detail Information Number of Vacancies: 2 Desired Start Date: 08/01/2025 Open Until Filled: Yes
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