Job Description

Saint Mary's College of California invites applications for a full-time Salaried Adjunct Professor of Nursing, non-tenure-track, starting Summer, 2026. The candidate must be approved by the Board of Registered Nursing to teach Pediatric Theory/clinical and other courses, tottaling 25 units of teaching

All nursing faculty at Saint Mary’s College practice using Maria O’Rourke’s Professional Role model with the primary Professional Role obligation to “do no harm”. Within this role, we are expected to be leaders/decision-makers, practitioners, and scientists and transferors of knowledge. Full-time faculty are expected to ensure the practice of the professional role obligations and that we train our students in a manner that promotes their understanding of their role and helps with role clarity. Faculty are required to integrate role clarity as a concept when training/mentoring faculty, developing curriculum, teaching students, and participating in creating policies and procedures. The faculty member is responsible for ensuring that role-driven practice is used as the framework for all activities.

The Faculty member is accountable for the leadership and management of the curriculum/classes being taught. The faculty member is responsible for ensuring the delivery and oversight of high-quality educational experiences for students enrolled in the nursing program. The individual in this role has responsibility to ensure all the curriculum, assignments, testing, and program policies are followed. Faculty are required to adhere to all accreditation standards and the California Nurse Practice Act Standards. The faculty member ensures that curricular and program requirements are maintained in accordance with national accreditation standards and the policies and procedures in place at Saint Mary’s College. Reports to the Assigned Academic director. Faculty are expected to participate in college wide committees as well as nursing specific committees.

The Faculty member will provide leadership and coordination to ensure activities are designed to foster student success with supportive teaching methods. Faculty will ensure evidence-based practice and professional roles are incorporated both in meeting patient care needs and student learning outcomes. Faculty, in collaboration with leaders, and other faculty, develops and ensures the quality of curriculum that supports the evaluation of student competencies.

Responsibilities

Teaching and Learning

• Faculty is responsible for creating environments that facilitate student learning and the attainment of expected outcomes at both the course and program levels.
• Creates a dynamic, learner centered environment that uses a variety of teaching methods that support the diverse learning needs of the student population and that are based on educational theory, evidence based teaching and clinical practices.
• Curriculum design and development that is based in educational theory, evidence-based teaching, and clinical practices, including creating/monitoring student assessment protocols.
• Incorporates Maria O’Rourke’s Professional role model and philosophy of “Do no Harm” in all activities and focuses on assisting students in establishing Role Identity
• Maintains and enhances competence in subjects to be taught.
• Confers with colleagues to ensure the integrity of the courses across programs and the curriculum.
• Prepares and reviews written examinations following the Saint Mary’s College Nursing education policies and procedures.
• Reviews and grades student papers and student projects following established grading rubrics and nursing policies.
• Evaluates learner performance in both the classroom and clinical settings based on Maria O’Rourke’s professional role model and nursing established policies and procedures.
• Notifies Academic Director of at-risk students or unusual occurrences in a timely fashion.
• Supervises or teaches clinical rotations as needed in acute, community and laboratory settings as well as preceptorship courses.
• Participates in simulation and skills competency days.
• Documents student progress on appropriate form
• Maintains federal safety standards regarding the use of equipment and hazardous waste.
• Oversees, participates in, and contributes to a safe learning environment, keeps current with safety regulations, provides training and enforcement of safety regulation policies and procedures; inspects and maintains safety equipment; ensures safe storage, collection, and safe disposal of hazardous waste/materials, including medications.
• Maintain currency in clinical practice through participation in direct patient care of patients, families, and communities across the lifespan.

Service Requirements

• Provides a professional and evidence-based learning environment for faculty and students.
• Represents the organization as appropriate in its relationship with the community by participating in targeted events, conferences, meetings, and workshops. This includes developing and maintaining active linkages with agencies and educational institutions to promote positive relationships and articulation with the school’s programs.
• Provide service to the profession and the community.
• Participate in Faculty Organizations meetings.
• Participate in Nursing meetings.
• Participate in Nursing committees.
• Mentor new Nursing faculty in both teaching and clinical responsibilities as assigned.
• Participate in writing BRN and CCNE self-study reports in collaboration with the Dean of Nursing, as required.

Nursing faculty are required to provide service on Nursing committees, College-wide Committees, and other committees and task forces as needed. Service consists of meaningful activities that promote the image, mission, and strategic priorities of the College, the well-being of relevant individuals or groups among the community of interest, or the professional growth of faculty.

Saint Mary’s faculty are expected to contribute to the mission in alignment with the Saint Mary’s College Transformation 2028 strategic priorities and as it relates to diversity, equity, inclusion and justice, and interdisciplinary programming. All full-time faculty serve the College and community in many ways, such as academic advising, student and community outreach, participation in departmental and College-wide committees, and the development and assessment of the College’s Core Curriculum.

Institutional Background

Saint Mary's College of California is a private, Catholic, comprehensive and coeducational university that engages students in rigorous critical thinking, promotes social justice, and educates for human fulfillment consistent with its liberal arts, Catholic and Lasallian traditions. The de La Salle Christian Brothers, the largest teaching order of the Roman Catholic Church, guide the spiritual and academic character of the College. An outstanding, committed faculty and staff who value shared inquiry, integrative learning and student interaction bring Saint Mary's heritage to life. Located on a stunning 420-acre campus in the Moraga Hills outside of San Francisco, Saint Mary's is known for its rigorous liberal arts education and its high-quality graduate programs, including business, education, counseling, leadership, and the arts. Saint Mary's has a diverse student body of approximately 4,000 students, and the College's practices and policies reflect a commitment to inclusive excellence and a community in which all are valued, respected and supported. For more information about Saint Mary's mission and history, see: https://www.stmarys-ca.edu/about-smc/our-mission

Salary Range

• The salary range for this position is reflected in the Faculty Salary Scale, available $95,000-130,000. In addition to base pay, salary supplements may be offered for this discipline as determined by current faculty salary policies in consultation with the Dean and Provost.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Nursing.
• Approved by the Board of Registered Nurses to teach medical surgical and geriatrics courses.
• Current and unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse in the State of California.
• Three years of continuous experience as a registered nurse providing direct patient care within the last five years.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with a diverse student body, staff, faculty, and administrators.
• Experience in using computers and other technologies for teaching and learning.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience developing, managing, and evaluating, curriculum, or programs.
• Demonstrated record of teaching successfully at the undergraduate level with specific experience in area of specialty.

Saint Mary's has a vibrant heritage as a liberal arts, Catholic, and Lasallian institution. These traditions are manifest in the work of our outstanding faculty and staff, who value shared inquiry, integrative learning, and student interaction both in and outside the classroom. Many Saint Mary’s students are first-generation-to-college, and the College has been designated a Minority and Hispanic-Serving Institution. We seek candidates who can engage and support students of color, women, and underrepresented groups, and who are interested in participating in initiatives that aim to increase inclusivity. For more information visit our Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion website.

Application Instructions

Review of applications will begin on Feb, 15, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. Please submit the following application materials:

• A cover letter that specifically addresses how you meet the qualifications and are prepared to support the mission of the College.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• A diversity statement articulating your knowledge of track record in and plans for working with diverse students and enhancing equity and inclusion on campus. You may discuss how research, teaching, and/or service has provided preparation for contributing to our commitment to address issues of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, and/or other issues of history marginalization.
• Statement of teaching philosophy (include discussion of classes taught)
• Research Statement
• Two letters of reference

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Saint Mary's is an equal employment opportunity employer. We support inclusive excellence and are committed to creating a safe and welcoming community for all.

College policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, gender stereotyping, and gender identity, taking a protected leave (e.g. family medical or pregnancy leave), or on any other basis protected by applicable laws.

Saint Mary's College annually collects information about campus crimes and other reportable incidents in accordance with the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. To view the Saint Mary's College Report, please go to the Public Safety website at http://www.stmarys-ca.edu/public-safety/annual-security-and-fire-safety-report-0 To request a paper copy please call Public Safety at (925) 631-4284. The report includes the type of crime, venue, and number of occurrences.