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Instructional Assistant Professor - Non-Tenure Track Faculty - MCN

Job SummaryFor over 100 years, Mennonite College of Nursing (MCN) has had a reputation for innovation and excellence. As the only professional college at Illinois State University, we offer traditional and online programs, including prelicensure, RN to BSN, and accelerated Baccalaureate degrees, a Ph.D. in nursing science and a Doctor of Nursing Practice. As a leader in research on aging/vulnerable populations, heart failure, and nursing education science, MCN is an excellent environment for candidates to share their clinical and teaching expertise.The Mennonite College of Nursing at Illinois State University invites qualified individuals to apply for a full-time, non-tenure track appointment to teach in-person classes, as an Instructional Assistant Professor. The individual selected will be expected to teach 24 credit-hour equivalents of courses per Academic Year.Additional InformationFor more information about Mennonite College of Nursing, please visit the website below.http://nursing.illinoisstate.edu/University Benefit Highlights:Insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life (eligibility determination)Retirement and supplemental retirement planning optionsTuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependentsPaid benefit timeAdditional University Benefit information, including information regarding eligibility to participate in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program, can be reviewed here: https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/Illinois State University: Illinois State University, IllinoisState.edu, was founded in 1857 as Illinois' first public university. We enroll approximately 21,000 students in six colleges. Our new strategic plan, Excellence by Design: 2024-2029, lists our seven core values: Excellence in Teaching, Learning, and Scholarship; Individualized Attention; Equity, Diversity, Access, and Belonging; Collaboration; Community and Civic Engagement; Respect; and Integrity. By acting on these values, we create a learning environment that results in our university being the first-choice public university in Illinois for high-achieving, motivated students who seek an individualized educational experience combined with the resources of a large university. Learn more about Illinois State's Metrics of Excellence at IllinoisState.edu/PointsofPride.Bloomington-Normal: Illinois State University is located in the growing twin cities of Bloomington and Normal, with a metro population of approximately 172,000. The community is also home to Illinois Wesleyan University, Heartland Community College, St. Joseph Medical Center, Carle BroMenn Medical Center, COUNTRY Financial, State Farm Insurance's International Headquarters, Central Illinois Regional Airport, and electric truck manufacturer Rivian Motors. The community has distinguished itself for its outstanding school systems, and its citizens' high level of educational attainment, as well as its parks and recreation, health care, vibrant fine arts scene, job growth, economic opportunity, historic sites, and low crime rates. Bloomington made Livability's top 100 Best Places to Live (2024) and ranked No. 3 on College Values Online's list of Best Small College Towns in America (2024). Bloomington-Normal is conveniently located about three hours from Indianapolis; two hours from both Chicago and St. Louis; and an hour from Peoria, Champaign-Urbana, Decatur, and Springfield. Many of these locations are accessible from Bloomington-Normal via Amtrak, which is located one block from Illinois State's campus. For more information on our community, visit visitbn.org.Salary Rate / Pay RateMSN starting at $1,591 per credit-hour equivalent; NP/APRN starting at $1,897 per credit-hour equivalent; terminal degree starting at $2,100 per credit-hour equivalent.Required Qualifications1. Masters of Science in Nursing completed by the start date of the appointment.2. Passion for teaching undergraduate students in the clinical, laboratory and classroom setting.3. Must have licensure in Illinois by the start date of the appointment.4. For teaching positions, state law mandates demonstrable oral proficiency in the English language as a requirement for this position.Preferred Qualifications1. Previous teaching experience in a clinical, laboratory and/or classroom setting2. Experience in Psych mental health, acute care, critical care, pediatrics and public healthWork HoursVariesProposed Starting DateTBDRequired Applicant DocumentsCover Letter, Reference List & Resume/CVPlease Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"Special Instructions for ApplicantsApplicants for this position must be authorized to work in the U.S. without ISU sponsorship. Sponsorship for work authorization will not be considered for this position.Contact Information for ApplicantsLissa Bevinsmabevin@ilstu.eduImportant Information for ApplicantsThis position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.Application Opened: 05/11/2026 09:00 AM CSTApplication Closes: