Utah State University seeks an accomplished and collaborative nurse educator to join our nursing faculty at the USU Campus located in Tooele. The successful candidate will have a solid background in nursing education and a demonstrated ability to work effectively within teams. Primary duties are teaching (90%) and service (10%).

This is a non-tenure track, nine-month academic year position at the Professional Practice Assistant Professor or Professional Practice Associate Professor level beginning fall semester, 2026. Review of applicants will begin March 9, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. This position is not eligible for remote work.

Additional Information

• Excellent benefit package with generous 401(a)
• Tooele, Utah, offers academic and cultural opportunities without the stresses of urban life
• Be part of a large, nationally recognized University while living in a rural area; Utah State University is one of Utah’s ten largest employers
• Generous professional development support
• Potential teaching flexibility to accommodate one day per week in clinical employment
• Employee Wellness program
• Increase your knowledge with tuition waivers

If you have questions about the position please contact the search committee chair, Lindsay Sundloff at (435) 797-9944 or lindsay.sundloff@usu.edu.

This position fills the role of a faculty member within the USU Nursing Program. The successful candidate will provide concept-based instruction in undergraduate (AAS) courses. Areas of desired expertise include both classroom and online teaching and course management, simulation/lab experience, and a broad range of nursing teaching expertise including leadership and basic pathophysiology. Responsibilities may include curriculum development, teaching, professional engagement, and service. Courses are taught online and in person at USU campus in Tooele, Utah.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Earned Master's of Nursing degree or enrolled in Master's of Nursing program with an expected completion within two years
• A record of excellent teaching in nursing
• Licensed registered nurse in the State of Utah or a Nurse Licensure Compact state
• Evidence of excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability in teamwork, interpersonal, organizational, and technological skills
• Exhibits integrity, honesty, professionalism, strong work ethic, and ability to create and maintain safe and respectful relationships.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A minimum of three years of faculty experience in a higher education nursing program
• Experience in concept-based instruction and student-centered learning
• Experience working within a multi campus system

Along with your online application, please attach:

1. A curriculum vita to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”
2. Contact information for three professional references to be entered in the Candidate Profile
3. Cover Letter that speaks to the minimum and preferred position qualifications to be typed/pasted at the end of your application
4. Teaching Philosophy statement to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Employees typically work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes.  

The Department of Nursing is in the Emma Eccles Jones College of Education and Human Services. Within Nursing, the Baccalaureate Nursing degree, including RN to BSN completion is offered on the Logan campus, while the Practical Nursing certificate and Associate of Applied Science degree in Nursing are offered at Statewide (Utah) Campus sites.

Emma Eccles Jones College of Education and Human Services is committed to academic excellence in research, teaching, and service activities across a wide array of education and human service fields.  The college is home to eight academic departments with approximately 200 faculty who are engaged in innovative research and high- level graduate and undergraduate education. The college’s programs and outreach missions are strengthened by an on-campus elementary laboratory school and five stand-alone centers, including the Sorenson Legacy Foundation Center for Clinical Excellence. Faculty, students, and staff within the college also engage with a broad range of community partners to both provide opportunities for community-engaged research projects and learning, which enhances the overall quality of education and human service programs throughout the state of Utah.

The USU Tooele Campus provides excellent access to higher education for students attending the Tooele campus in Northern Utah.  Tooele County, Utah is located just minutes from Salt Lake, along the south shores of the Great Salt Lake. From its historic mining sites to modern-day military facilities, Tooele offers a variety of experiences unique to this area.

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies’ long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by recent Mountain West regular-season and tournament championships in women’s volleyball, three consecutive Mountain West tournament titles in women’s soccer conference championships, and a first-ever conference championship for gymnastics, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU. 

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu. 

*updated 12/2025

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

Utah State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment in employment including in hiring, promotion, transfer, or termination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or any other federal, state, or local law.

Utah State University does not discriminate in its housing offerings and will treat all persons fairly and equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, familial status, disability, national origin, source of income, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Additionally, the University endeavors to provide reasonable accommodations when necessary and to ensure equal access to qualified persons with disabilities.

In all circumstances, Utah State University follows state and federal laws related to sex-segregated spaces.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit crtix.usu.edu or contact:

U.S. Department of Education

Denver Regional Office

303-844-5695| OCR.Denver@ed.gov

U.S. Department of Education

Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights

800-421-3481 |  OCR@ed.gov

*updated 10/2025