Instructor 1

The USF Health College of Nursing is one of 14 colleges at the University of South Florida and one of four that make up USF Health. As a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, USF is designated by the Carnegie Foundation as both a Research 1 and a Community-Engaged institution, reflecting its commitment to excellence in education, research, and service. Nationally recognized as a leader in nursing education and research, the College of Nursing serves more than 2,000 undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students each year. For the fourth consecutive year, our Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program has been ranked No. 1 among Florida’s public universities by U.S. News & World Report—rising to No. 23 in the nation in 2025. As an integral part of USF Health, the College of Nursing is guided by a mission grounded in excellence, innovation, and respect. We are dedicated to educating future nurses, advancing nursing science, and applying evidence-based practice to improve health outcomes and community well-being. 

The USF College of Nursing is seeking a full-time, non-tenure-track Instructor I to join its clinical/teaching faculty. The primary focus is undergraduate instruction, with responsibilities that may include graduate-level teaching, mentoring students, serving on committees, participating in community engagement, and acting as a liaison with clinical sites (which may require travel).

Teaching may occur across USF’s three campuses: Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Sarasota-Manatee. Faculty are also expected to contribute to curriculum development, service, and scholarly activities appropriate to the rank of Instructor I.

In-person presence during standard business hours is required. Remote work option is not available for this position.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate field of specialization or equivalent qualifications based on professional experience and otherwise qualified to perform assigned duties. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Instructor.
• Degree Equivalency Clause: Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree.
  • Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate (https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2023/1310) is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.
  • SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements
  • A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:
  • (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
  • (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree;
  • (c) Six years of direct experience for a master’s degree;
  • (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
  • (e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree
  • Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.
  • Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.

Additional Minimum Qualifications:

• Must hold, or be eligible for, licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the state of Florida by the start date.
• Must meet university criteria for appointment at the rank of Instructor I (non-tenure earning).
• Minimum of two years of direct patient care clinical experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in Nursing (DNP or PhD).
• Minimum of three years of classroom and clinical teaching experience.
• A broad range of clinical knowledge and expertise in various settings or specialty areas.
• Local, state, or national leadership in a nursing professional organization.
• Strong communication and technology skills, and experience in curriculum design and evaluation of program outcomes.