Assistant Professor - Medical Surgical/Mental Health Nursing

Category:: Full-time FacultySubscribe::Department:: Academic Affairs - HealthLocations:: Lowell, MAPosted:: May 13, 2026Closes:: Jun 3, 2026 - 11:59 PM EDTType:: Full-timePosition ID:: 200454About Middlesex Community CollegeMiddlesex Community College (MCC), established in 1970, provides access to affordable education to prepare individuals for success and lifelong learning. We promote academic excellence, provide workforce development opportunities, and empower all learners to become productive and socially responsible members of our local and global communities.The College provides a broad range of services that are essential to attract, reward, and retain talented faculty and staff. The MCC community promotes a work environment where our employees feel supported and empowered to best serve our student population. We are proud to offer our classes on both the Bedford and Lowell campuses, as well as a robust online course offering. MCC is committed to transforming lives as we educate, challenge, and support all students as evident in our strategic plan.Job DescriptionTitle: Assistant Professor - Medical Surgical/Mental Health NursingUnit: Full-Time MCCC Day FacultyDepartment: Health - NursingReports to: Senior Director of Nurse EducationDate: May 13, 2026General Summary: The Assistant Professor of Medical Surgical/Mental Health Nursing is a creative, knowledgeable, and flexible individual who provides classroom, simulation laboratory, and/or clinical instruction in medical surgical and mental health nursing for assigned courses in the nursing program. The faculty member will work with the program administrator and other faculty in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the program and participate in college service as well as student advisement. The faculty is committed to inclusive excellence, equity, diversity, and continuous professional improvement.Duties And ResponsibilitiesProvide classroom instruction for sessions that last up to three hours. This normally requires preparation of materials and conducting lecture/discussion, for a group of up to 32 students, using a variety of instructional materials and technologies. Didactic instruction also includes exam preparation, proctoring, correcting, grading, and posting of exam grades.Provide laboratory instruction that includes didactic presentations, demonstrations, use of simulation technology, skill remediation, and evaluation of skill competence. Lab instruction may also include preparation of equipment and materials for labs as well as securing/putting away equipment after the conclusion of the lab.Provide clinical instruction for a group of up to 8 students in institutional or community settings 1-2 days per week. Clinical instruction involves selecting appropriate client assignments, supervising, and instructing students as they provide direct client care during the 6 or 12 hour clinical day. Pre and post conferences are conducted each day. Clinical instruction includes formative and summative evaluation of student progress during the clinical experience. Post and conduct office hours in their office space as required by Article XII of the MCCC Agreement.Attend department, division, and college meetings.Participate in college service as required by Article XII of the MCCC Agreement.Meet with assigned advisees at least once per semester for the purpose of course and program advisement.Maintain currency in nursing and nursing education through participation in continuing education.Implement all nursing program policies as well as applicable college policies.Collaborate with adjunct faculty in planning, implementation, and evaluation of student experiences.Collaborate with agency personnel in planning and implementing student experiences.Orient and mentor new adjunct faculty to course and program requirements.Participate in the preparation of state approval and national accreditation documents and site visits to maintain approval and accreditation status.RequirementsExperience in Mental Health NursingCompliance with of Massachusetts Board of Regulations in Nursing 244 CMR 6.04(2)(b).Current Massachusetts Registered Nurse license in good standing.Master's Degree in Nursing.Minimum of two years full-time experience in nursing, or its equivalent, within the last five years and evidence of clinical competence in the area(s) of clinical instruction.Develop and maintain competence appropriate to teaching responsibilities including, but not limited to a) orientation and mentoring to the nurse educator role; b) knowledge of M.G.L. c. 112,74 through 81C and 244 CMR; c) participation in professional development in nursing education such as certification, continuing educationCPR CertifiedPreferred QualificationsCollege teaching experience in nursing at the Associate Degree level.Willingness to investigate and apply a variety of teaching methodologiesDemonstrated ability to effectively interact with colleagues in a collaborative relationshipMembership in professional organizationsAdvanced practice (CNE) certificationAdditional InformationPlease note, the faculty rank of Assistant Professor may be subject to change in accordance with Article XVII of the MCCC Collective Bargaining Agreement.Some health care agencies to which faculty may be assigned require orientation, CORI checks, and health clearance information.Salary Range: $77,865 is the starting salary for FT MCCC Day Faculty hired at Column H (Competitive Factor), the actual salary will be commensurate with academic background and experience. Employees of Middlesex Community College are considered employees of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and receive benefits, which include:High-quality and affordable health insurance through the Commonwealth's Group Insurance Commission (GIC)Competitive Dental and Vision PlansFlexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Assistance programsLow-cost basic and optional life insuranceRetirement Savings: State Employees' Pension or Optional Retirement Program (ORP) and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan or 403(b).12 paid holidays per year and competitive Sick, Vacation, and Personal TimeTuition Benefits for employees and dependents at state colleges and universitiesShort-Term Disability and Extended Illness program participation optionsProfessional Development and Continuing Education opportunitiesCell Phone Bill Discounts with Verizon and T-Mobile Cell Phone CarriersAccess to the Commonwealth's Mass4You, employee assistance programFree employee parking on Bedford and Lowell campusesEligibility towards Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)Location: Lowell campus with occasional travel to Bedford as neededExpected Start Date: September 2026Application Deadline: June 3, 2026Application InstructionsAll applicants must apply online by submitting:Cover LetterResumeNames and contact information for three (3) professional referencesPre-Employment RequirementsThe College will not sponsor applicants for work visas.All offers of employment at Middlesex Community College are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates, as deemed necessary.Middlesex Community College only accepts application materials through our online application system. We are unable to accept application materials through mail, email, fax, or hand delivery. If you do not have access to a computer, please contact Human Resources at careers@middlesex.edu.Middlesex Community College strives to make the application and interview process accessible for all applicants but understands that applicants may still encounter barriers due to ability, language, or technology. If we can make the process any more accessible for you, contact Human Resources at 781-280-3546 or careers@middlesex.edu.