Jobs and Careers
ME

Faculty, Nursing

Mercer University
Atlanta Campus, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 29 May 2026

About the role

Application Instructions:

External Applicants: Please upload your resume on the Apply screen. Your application will automatically populate your resume details, and you may verify and update data on the My Information page.

 

IMPORTANT: Please review the job posting and load ALL documents required in the job posting to the Resume/CV document upload section at the bottom of the My Experience application page. Use the Select Files button to add multiple documents including your Resume/CV, references, cover letter, and any other supporting documents required in the job posting. The "My Experience" page is the only opportunity to add your required supporting document attachments. You will not be able to modify your application after you submit it.

 

Current Mercer University Employees: Apply from your existing Workday account. Do not apply from the external careers website. Log in to Workday and type Jobs Hub in the search bar. Locate the position and click Apply.

Job Title:

Faculty, Nursing


 

Department:

Instruction, College of Nursing


 

College/Division:

College Of Nursing


 

Primary Job Posting Location:

Atlanta, GA 30341

Additional Job Posting Locations:

(Other locations that this position could be based)

Job Details:

Mercer University's Georgia Baptist College of Nursing is seeking applications for a full-time faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. Applicants must hold current nurse practitioner certification; candidates certified in family, adult-gerontology (acute or primary care), or psychiatric-mental health are strongly encouraged to apply.


 

Responsibilities:

Mercer University’s College of Nursing invites applications for a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track eligible faculty position. Primary academic responsibilities will be in the Master of Science (MSN) and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree programs. The faculty member may have additional responsibilities in other programs. In addition to teaching, faculty have responsibilities associated with research, scholarship, and service. This position requires on-campus presence and is not a virtual appointment. Rank and salary are commensurate with professional qualifications and experience.

Required Qualifications:

  • Doctoral degree in nursing or related field from an accredited university/college

  • Unencumbered license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Georgia

  • Authorization to practice as a nurse practitioner in Georgia

  • Nurse practitioner certification with clinical experience in one or more specialized population foci, including but not limited to family, adult-gerontology, or psychiatric-mental health practice

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Philosophy commensurate with Mercer University's mission and values

Preferred Qualifications:

  • FNP, AGPCNP, or AGACNP certification

  • Prior full-time faculty experience

  • Experience teaching at the graduate level

  • Experience mentoring DNP students in scholarly projects

  • Evidence of scholarly productivity in area of expertise


 

    Background Check:

    Selection of final candidate is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check

    Pay Rate:

    Commensurate with experience

    Required Document Attachments:

    • Cover Letter

    • Curriculum vitae

    • Statement of teaching philosophy

    • References with contact information


     

    About Mercer University

    Founded in 1833, Mercer University is a distinguished private institution recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and community engagement. With campuses across Georgia, Mercer’s twelve schools and colleges offer a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. The university cultivates a close-knit, student-centered environment where innovation, service, and

    Apply for this role

    Generate a tailored application kit with a matched cover letter, interview prep, and CV highlights — in under 60 seconds.

    Apply Now →Generate Application Kit

    Free account required — sign up in 30s

    Company

    Mercer University

    View company profile →