MS
Lecturer Position

Adjunct Faculty

Deadline
Mar 04, 2027
Closing in 136 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Temporary
Part time
Reference
N/A
Posted Sep 08, 2026

About the role

Adjunct Faculty Department: Nursing

Location: Joplin, MO

Job Posting: Clinical Adjunct Faculty – Pre-Licensure BSN Program

Missouri Southern State University – Department of Nursing Position Start Date: Fall 2026 Semester

The Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) Nursing Department is seeking dedicated and student-centered Adjunct Faculty to teach in the Pre- Licensure BSN Program beginning Fall 2026. These positions support our commitment to preparing safe, competent, and compassionate entry-level registered nurses.

Position Overview

Adjunct Faculty will teach in one or more of the following areas:

  • Adult Health Nursing
  • Pediatric Nursing
  • Foundational Concepts of Nursing
  • Skills Laboratory instruction
  • Clinical instruction in assigned units/settings
  • Schedule assignments vary by course and clinical needs, and flexibility is greatly appreciated.

    Adjunct Faculty are compensated on a per credit hour basis.

    Teaching Responsibilities

    Responsibilities may include:

  • Facilitating student learning in clinical, laboratory, or classroom environments
  • Supervising students in hospital and community settings
  • Providing student coaching, evaluation, and performance feedback
  • Supporting course faculty with the implementation of the curriculum
  • Maintaining accurate and timely documentation related to student performance
  • Ensuring safe, effective, and professional practice within all learning environments
  • Schedule Expectations
  • Clinical Days: Thursdays and Fridays
  • Class Days: Mondays and Tuesdays
  • The actual schedule is determined by course needs and faculty availability.
  • Minimum Qualifications

    Candidates must meet one of the following:

    Required
  • Unencumbered RN license in the state of Missouri or a compact

    state

  • Minimum of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
  • At least 2 years of experience as an RN working in acute care,

    specialty area, or community/school setting.

  • Preferred
  • Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN)
  • At least 1 year of teaching or clinical precepting experience (students or new graduate nurses)
  • Unencumbered RN license in the state of Missouri or a compact state
  • Prior experience teaching in a pre-licensure nursing program
  • Experience supervising students in acute care settings
  • Strong communication and professional mentoring skills
  • Will consider candidates with:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
  • Currently enrolled in a Master's in Nursing (MSN) program
  • BSN-prepared nurse with documented teaching or precepting experience
  • All candidates must hold an unencumbered RN license (Missouri or a compact state).

    How to Apply

    Interested applicants should submit:

  • A cover letter describing teaching interests and availability
  • Curriculum vitae or résumé
  • Unofficial transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire)
  • Contact information for three professional references
  • Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until positions are filled. Questions may be directed to Department Chair Dr. Lisa M Beals, DNP, MSN, RN at [email protected]

    Upon Hire, Adjunct Faculty will be expected to meet clinical compliance requirements, including but not limited to a Background Check, Missouri Caregiver Registry, current BLS, immunizations/vaccinations, TB test, and Substance/Alcohol Drug Test.

    How to apply

    Read the full posting, then apply through the employer's own site. Applications are handled by the institution, not by AcademicGates.