Faculty Teaching Positions


Faculty or professor careers at North Carolina Wesleyan University offer an enriching and fulfilling opportunity to be part of a dedicated academic community committed to student success. Whether in the arts, sciences, humanities, or professional programs, faculty members at NC Wesleyan engage in innovative teaching, impactful research, and meaningful service to the university and surrounding community. With a focus on personalized education and mentorship, faculty play a crucial role in shaping the academic and intellectual development of students. NC Wesleyan provides a supportive environment for professional growth and collaboration, fostering a culture of excellence and lifelong learning among its faculty members. Joining NC Wesleyan as a faculty member means contributing to the university’s mission of empowering students to become ethical, confident, and competent leaders in their chosen fields.

FULL-TIME Faculty Positions

  • The University currently does NOT have any openings for full-time faculty positions

ADJUNCT Faculty Positions

NCWU employs part-time adjunct faculty to teach courses through the Rocky Mount Day program and also our Adult & Professional Studies Program online.

Rocky Mount Day Program Adjunct Openings

Adjunct courses taught through the Rocky Mount Day program are offered during daytime hours in the traditional semester format.

Adult & Professional Studies Adjunct Openings

Adult & Professional Studies courses are generally offered in an 8-week or 5-week, accelerated format through evening classes. Instructors interested in applying should submit an Adjunct Faculty Application and copies of transcripts directly to the Academic Affairs Executive Assistant for consideration.

Adjunct Nursing Clinical Faculty Position

The Department of Nursing at North Carolina Wesleyan University is seeking qualified, student-centered professionals for the position of Adjunct Nursing Clinical Faculty. These part-time positions are responsible for supervising nursing students in clinical settings and facilitating the integration of theory into practice.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Supervise and evaluate nursing students in assigned clinical settings.
  • Facilitate safe, evidence-based patient care practices.
  • Provide timely, constructive feedback to students through formative and summative evaluations.
  • Collaborate with course faculty and clinical site staff to ensure clinical learning is consistent with course and program learning outcomes.
  • Evaluate student performance using established clinical evaluation tools.
  • Ensure compliance with program policies, accreditation standards, and clinical agency requirements.
  • Attend required faculty meetings and training sessions.
  • Participate in program evaluation and quality improvement processes.
  • Participate in reporting to maintaining compliance with NCBON regulations and accreditation standards.

Qualifications:

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) required.
  • Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) or Doctorate in Nursing or related field preferred.

Licensure & Certification

  • Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of North Carolina.
  • Certification in nursing education (e.g., CNE) preferred.

Experience

  • Minimum 3–5 years of clinical nursing experience.
  • Prior teaching experience in clinical nursing education preferred.
  • Experience with clinical coordination and healthcare partnerships preferred.
  • Seeking candidates with strong background in medical-surgical, critical care, public health, pediatric, and maternal nursing.

Required Competencies:

  • Strong clinical expertise and procedural proficiency.
  • Excellent organizational and coordination skills.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to foster collaborative relationships with healthcare partners.
  • Proficiency in educational technology and learning management systems.
  • Commitment to student-centered teaching and inclusive learning environments.

This is an adjunct position for clinical supervision assignments in the traditional prelicensure BSN program. Multiple hires needed.
– Pay rate: $40/hour

Position(s) are contingent upon funding.

Application Process

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a suitable candidate is identified.

Initial applications should include:

  • Letter of application
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Teaching statement
  • Copies of transcripts showing academic work in higher education and degrees received
  • Full contact information for three references

Application materials should be emailed as a single PDF:
Tammy Harrell
Manager of Faculty Records and Academic Projects
tharrell@ncwu.edu

Final Hire will be contingent upon funding.

North Carolina Wesleyan University is an equal opportunity employer.

About NCWU
North Carolina Wesleyan University (NCWU), a liberal arts university affiliated with the United Methodist Church, emphasizes teaching excellence and personal attention. NCWU values a culture of respect, kindness, and understanding and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, or disability. Women, historically underrepresented minorities, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

NCWU serves a highly diverse student body, with a traditional student body that includes almost 20% international students and a significant proportion of first-generation students. The University is located in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, and serves approximately 1,500 students, including adult degree students in the Adult and Professional Studies program. Rocky Mount is in the eastern, coastal plains region of North Carolina, convenient to the Raleigh-Durham area and the beaches of the Outer Banks. Richmond, VA, Washington, DC, and the mountains of North Carolina are also within easy driving distance.

Requirements:

  • MUST have at least 18 graduate hours in the subject field of study that they would be teaching
  • Prior teaching experience at the college or university level is preferred

Initial applications should include:

  1. A letter of application
  2. A curriculum vitae
  3. Copies of transcripts showing academic work in higher education and degrees received
  4. A teaching statement or philosophy
  5. Names and contact information for three professional references
  6. Optional (but encouraged) letter/letters of recommendation addressing academic qualifications and teaching excellence.

Review of applications for all positions will begin immediately and will continue until a suitable candidate is identified for each position. Women and minority candidates are strongly urged to apply.

Application materials should be emailed as a single PDF to:

Tammy Harrell
Manager of Faculty Records and Academic Projects
North Carolina Wesleyan University
tharrell@ncwu.edu

About NC Wesleyan University

North Carolina Wesleyan University is a liberal arts university, affiliated with the United Methodist Church. The university is located in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, and serves approximately 1,500 students, including adult and professional students in the evening and online. In 2026-2027, NCWU will be celebrating 50 years of offering working adults a path to higher education. The Wesleyan community celebrates the rich diversity of its student body.

North Carolina Wesleyan University values a culture of respect, kindness, and understanding and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age (40 years and older), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or genetic information. Women, historically underrepresented minorities, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

For questions or inquiries regarding careers at North Carolina Wesleyan, please contact:

Darrell Whitley
Director of Human Resources
252.985.5105
dwhitley@ncwu.edu

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