Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

A doctorate in nursing or a related discipline. Advanced ABD candidates will be considered, with a doctorate in hand by the hire date.
A master’s degree in nursing, with specialization as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or a Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP).
National certification as a FNP or as a PMHNP.
Applicant must possess a California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) Registered Nurse license and a Nurse Practitioner license or obtain such licensing by the time of appointment.
Be current in clinical practice with at least two years of clinical experience as either a FNP or PMHNP within the last five (5) years.
Willingness to teach using a range of modalities (e.g., face-to-face, hybrid, online, and simulation).
Success in working cooperatively within ethnically and culturally diverse settings.
Proven interest in actively participating in a full range of service responsibilities.
Ability to develop and sustain a research program that leads to publications in peer-reviewed journals and research grants.
Preferred Qualifications (Examples below)

Previous experience in effective teaching at the undergraduate and/or graduate level using a range of modalities (e.g., face-to-face, hybrid, online, and simulation).
Demonstrated intercultural competence with diverse groups in teaching, research, and/or service.
Previous experience in curriculum development, assessment, and evaluation.
Funded research program with peer-reviewed publications.
Commitment to Community and Excellence
We strongly encourage applications from candidates whose teaching, scholarship, practice, and service demonstrate a commitment to contributing to the diversity and excellence of our university community.
Programs and Teaching Responsibilities
The School of Nursing offers a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program for students pursuing Family Nurse Practitioner or Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner preparation. The DNP program is delivered in a hybrid format that includes both in-person and online instruction. CSUSM also offers a traditional BSN, an Accelerated BSN with classes at the San Marcos and Temecula campuses, and a fully online ADN/RN-to-BSN program.

Applicants for this position will be considered primarily for teaching in the DNP program, including didactic courses and clinical supervision. In clinical placements, students are paired with preceptors at health care facilities throughout San Diego and Southwest Riverside County. The School of Nursing also operates a robust simulation program accredited by the Society for Simulation in Healthcare. For a description of programs and courses, see https://www.csusm.edu/nursing/index.html (/nursing/index.html)
Anticipated Hiring Salary: $8,108 per month

CSU Classification Salary Range: $6,221- $13,224 per month

Application Procedure

Click Apply Now to complete the CSUSM Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:

All applications must include:
A letter of application detailing their interest and qualifications that address the above minimum and desired/preferred criteria
Curriculum vitae
Statement of teaching philosophy and research interests
List of three professional references with relevant contact information: If applicant has had teaching experience at the university level, provide at least one reference to attest to the applicant's teaching effectiveness.
Review of applications will begin November 15, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.

CSUSM is currently not sponsoring applicants for H-1B employment that are subject to the $100,000 fee established by the “Presidential Proclamation: Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers” issued on September 19, 2025. Applicants are responsible for determining the applicability of the fee.