Faculty Nursing

Welcome to West Liberty University!  

Mission Statement:

West Liberty University, established in 1837, was the first institution of higher education in West Virginia. We are a dynamic, inclusive, student-centered community that cultivates scholarly exploration, experiential learning, creative expression, and global citizenship.

The Opportunity:

West Liberty University is seeking applications for a Nursing faculty member. The nationally accredited Nursing Program is a traditional four-year baccalaureate program which includes tracks for registered nurses pursuing a bachelor’s degree and an accelerated program for those with a four-year college degree.

This position is for a 9-month, full-time. Faculty position with teaching responsibilities related to classroom and clinical instruction, all specialties will be considered.

Education & Experience Requirements: 

Requirements include recent clinical experience in the specialty area, an MSN degree with academic preparation in the specialty area, and an unencumbered license as a registered professional nurse in the State of WV or eligibility for this license.  Teaching experience and a doctoral degree in nursing or progress toward a doctorate in nursing are preferred.  The successful candidate must have excellent skills in anticipating and implementing curricular change and the ability to work collaboratively in teams.

A faculty member is expected to participate in continuous improvement in the areas of teaching, professional development, and service to the University and community.  Salary will be commensurate with experience.

Why you should apply:  

For the academic year employees, their dependents, and spouses are eligible for a 100% waiver for undergraduate tuition and only employees are eligible for 50% waiver for graduate tuition for certain programs.  

Free use of the Wellness facilities and free admission into all WLU events with your employee Topper Card.  

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West Liberty University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all interested individuals.  Individuals who need assistance in the application process may contact Human Resources at [email protected]. 

West Liberty University does not sponsor work visas.  Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Successfully passing a background screening report is required for final employment. 

West Liberty University is a tobacco free campus.