Adjunct Faculty Pool - School of Nursing

Adjunct Faculty Pool•School of Nursing Adjunct Faculty Pool•School of Nursing

Company:

James Madison University

Job Location:

Harrisonburg, Virginia

Category:

Nursing

Type:

Adjunct/Part-Time Adjunct Faculty Pool•

School of Nursing Working Title:

Adjunct Faculty Pool•

School of Nursing State Role Title:

N/A Position Type:

Adjunct Faculty Position Status:

Part-Time FLSA Status:

Exempt:

Not Eligible for

Overtime College/Division:

College of Health and Behavioral Studies Department:

100058•

School of Nursing Pay Band:

N/A Pay Rate:

Commensurate with

Experience Specify Range or Amount:

Is this a JMU only position? No Is this a grant-funded position? No Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position?

No Beginning Review Date:

07/17/2026

About JMU:

Mission We are a community committed to preparing students to be educated and enlightened citizens who lead productive and meaningful lives. Vision To be the national model for the engaged university: engaged with ideas and the world. Who We Are Situated in the heart of Virginia's beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is a vibrant community with a population of approximately 52,000. Harrisonburg is conveniently located approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA. JMU is a selective, public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and supportive environment for students, faculty and staff. The student body includes approximately 21,000 undergraduate and 1,800 graduate students, with over 1,000 full-time instructional faculty. JMU offers thriving programs in the liberal arts, science and technology, and professional disciplines at the undergraduate, master's and doctoral levels. JMU has achieved national recognition for the high quality of its academic programs, focus on maintaining strong student/faculty interaction, and innovative faculty research.

General Information:

The School of Nursing at James Madison University is accepting applications for part-time adjunct clinical instructors to teach in-person undergraduate nursing clinical and laboratory courses during the academic year. Instruction may occur during daytime, evening, and weekend hours depending on program needs. This position is not eligible for benefits.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Candidates may teach across a variety of undergraduate nursing specialty areas, including but not limited to medical-surgical nursing, older adult health, women's health, child health, psychiatric-mental health nursing, and community/public health nursing. Responsibilities include supervising and evaluating students in clinical and laboratory settings and collaborating with course faculty to support student learning and course outcomes.

Qualifications:

Active RN licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia is required. Candidates must hold either a bachelor's degree in nursing with specialty certification or a master's degree in nursing. A doctoral degree in nursing or a related field is preferred. Recent clinical practice experience is required. Previous undergraduate clinical teaching experience is preferred. Candidates should demonstrate professionalism, strong communication skills, and a commitment to fostering a welcoming learning environment. Selected candidates must be able to meet all university and clinical agency compliance requirements.

Additional Posting Information:

Candidates will complete the faculty application and attach the following: (1) cover letter and (2) curriculum vitae or resume (uploaded under "Curriculum Vitae" in application portal). The cover letter should address the candidate's qualifications, clinical and/or teaching expertise, and commitment to student success. The names and contact information for three professional references will be requested as part of the application process. Official transcripts and/or evidence of specialty certification may be required prior to appointment.

Conditions of Employment:

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

E-Verify Notice:

After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

EEO Statement:

James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status. We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality. Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for

Equal Opportunity:

(540) 568-6991.

Reasonable Accommodation:

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at (540) 568-3597 or jobs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you. To apply, please visit: https://jobs.jmu.edu/jobs/adjunct-faculty-pool-school-of-nursing-harrisonburg-virginia-united-states jeid-1c2dadd79dc783439434ab868adeaf34 HigherEd360 is part of the HigherEdJobs network.