Faculty - Assistant or Associate Professor, Family Across the Lifespan Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Program
Pittsburgh
Saturday, 13 June 2026
Carlow University's School of Nursing, Graduate Nursing Department seeks an experienced educator to assume the faculty role in the Family Across the Lifespan Nurse Practitioner Program. This is full-time, 9 month non-tenured track faculty position is located on the Oakland campus in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Position to begin on August 15, 2026. Academic rank and salary are commensurate with educational preparation and experience. The faculty member will provide teaching in the Family Across the Lifespan Nurse Practitioner (FNP) program as well as shared MSN courses. Additional duties of service and scholarship are expected. Required Experience: All candidates must have a doctorate (DNP, PhD, Ed. D, or another related degree), a master's degree in nursing, and be eligible for Pennsylvania State Professional Nurse licensure as a certified registered nurse practitioner, hold prescriptive authority, and national certification as a Family Across the Lifespan Nurse Practitioner. Three years of teaching experience in an FNP program or related experience. Minimum five years of clinical experience in the FNP role. Evidence of current practice. Evidence of or potential for an active program of scholarship/research. Our Ideal Candidate: Academic teaching in an NP program experience. Shares a deep commitment to effective teaching, developing innovative courses, and mentoring students. Evidence of professional service and engagement with professional organizations. Experience with national standards and accreditation requirements, including the National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculty's (NONPF) Core Competencies (2022), the American Academy of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Core Competencies for Professional Education (2021), and the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education Standards. Carlow University is Devoted to.... A culture of integrity, dignity and respect for all A strong commitment to social justice. Ethical forward-thinking leadership. Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life & disability benefits package. Tuition benefits for undergraduate and graduate programs. Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options. Wellness and Employee Assistance Program. Complimentary use of Carlows fitness center and amenities Carlow University is a comprehensive Catholic University situated in a culturally rich and diverse urban setting of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1929 by the Sisters of Mercy, an international community of Roman Catholic women with a mission to serve the poor, the sick, and the uneducated. Carlow is an institution grounded in the liberal arts while also offering strong professional programs, committed to engaging its community in a process of life-long learning, scholarship, research, and service. Degrees are offered at the baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral levels. Carlow University aims to provide transformational educational opportunities rooted in social justice for a community of learners, and to empower them to excel in their chosen work as compassionate, responsible leaders in the creation of a just and merciful world.