Open Rank Faculty of Nursing (Mental Health Focus)

The School of Science Engineering and Technology at St. Marys University a private four-year Catholic and Marianist Hispanic-Serving Institution invites nominations and applications for tenure-track or non-tenure-track faculty depending on qualifications faculty position in Mental Health Nursing to support the continued growth of the new Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program.

The BSN program approved by the Texas Board of Nursing welcomed its inaugural cohort in Fall 2025 and reflects St. Marys longstanding commitment to preparing nurses who are ethical leaders compassionate caregivers and advocates for social justice and the common good.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS : Beyond being engaged in the teaching and learning described in general terms above all are expected to contribute and participate as follows :

• Teach in a two-semester academic year.
• Teach courses in their areas of expertise as assigned by the Founding Director of Nursing covering both theoretical knowledge and practical / clinical applications.
• Demonstrate and maintain proficiency in their subject areas through continuing education programs advanced degree and certification programs conferences and seminars and by keeping current with the professional literature.
• Design and update instructional and learning activities for the classroom and clinical settings based on pedagogical principles which help students engage as active learners and develop skills in problem-solving critical thinking and flexibility.
• Become adept at incorporating relevant advances in teaching technology to the extent they enhance teaching and student learning.
• Exercise judgment and resourcefulness in preparing instructional plans to reflect changes in the area of study and to keep the program at the leading edge of development.
• Exercise effective classroom management skills.
• Evaluate students accomplishments with appropriate assessment / evaluation instruments / tools.
• Collaborate with clinical entities used for clinical experiences as provided in contractual agreements.
• Demonstrate the ability to work supportively and harmoniously with and maintain rapport with students faculty staff and other constituencies.
• Maintain the level of decorum expected in the academic environment.
• Participate in curriculum development program review and revision in their subject areas.
• Participate in University scholarly grant and / or research activities; engage in scholarship relative to discipline
• Provide input to faculty / department / college meetings
• Demonstrate professional leadership by participating in non-teaching activities for the benefit and recognition of the College e.g. community service activity in professional organizations etc.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Education and Licensure :

Professional and Teaching Experience :

Scholarship Expectations (Tenure-Track Faculty) :

Empirical or theoretical research articles

Service and Leadership :

Additional Requirements :

St. Marys University as a Catholic Marianist University fosters the formation of people in faith and educates leaders for the common good through community integrated liberal arts and professional education and academic excellence : St. Marys is the oldest Catholic university in the Southwest and continues to advocate the Marianist mission. St. Marys enrolls approximately 3500 students in a diverse university with four schools more than 40 academic programs including Ph.D. and J.D. programs and numerous pre-professional programs. The successful candidate is expected to support and contribute to the Universitys Marianist educational mission.

For full consideration applications should be received by March 1 2026. Applications can be found at with the option to upload all supporting documents electronically. Along with the employment application also submit the following items via ApplicantPro : (1) a letter of application detailing interest in the position and a description of teaching and professional development goal (2) curriculum vitae (3) copies of graduate transcripts (4) teaching statement and (5) research statement. Please arrange to have three (3) letters of reference sent to Ms. Claudia Araiza at Offer of employment for this position is contingent upon successful completion of a clear background check and receipt and confirmation of official graduate transcript(s). Incomplete applications cannot be considered.

General correspondence about this position should be sent to Dr. Badowski Founding Director of Nursing and Vice Dean - School of Science Engineering and Technology at .

St. Marys University is a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Key Skills

Facilities Management,Copy Editing,Cloud Services,Electronics,Interpretation,Accident Investigation

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1