Location: Alfred, NY Category: Faculty Bargaining Unit - UUP Job Type: Full-time Posted On: Mon Mar 30 2026 Job Description:

Join Our Team as a Nursing Educator at Alfred State!

Are you passionate about shaping the next generation of nurses? Alfred State is seeking dedicated full time tenure track nursing educators for a Practical Nursing Professor position starting Fall 2026.

Why Join Us?

• Impact Future Nurses -Teach and mentor students in the classroom, labs, and clinical settings.
• State-of-the-Art Facilities - Work in a newly renovated nursing building featuring high-tech simulation labs with moderate and high-fidelity mannequins.
• Strong Support System - Join a collaborative team of ten full-time faculty, clinical adjuncts, and dedicated support staff.
• Growing & Respected Programs -Teach in a department with a 50-year reputation for excellence, including ACEN-accredited Associate's and RN to BS in Nursing programs, and our rapidly growing Practical Nursing Certificate Program.

What You'll Do

• Develop and deliver engaging course materials.
• Teach and evaluate students in classrooms, labs, and clinical settings.
• Mentor and advise students throughout their nursing journey.
• Play an active role in curriculum development, program assessment, and student recruitment.

This is more than just a faculty position; it's an opportunity to shape the future of nursing in a cutting-edge learning environment.

The Practical Nursing (PN) Instructor provides classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction to students enrolled in a growing PN program. This role supports student learning, promotes safe and competent nursing practice, and ensures that instruction aligns with state regulations, program standards, and current evidence-based nursing practice.

Key responsibilities include:
curriculum development, faculty recruitment and evaluation, didactic, skills, and clinical instruction, budget management, student retention, and maintaining clinical partnerships.

Job Requirements:

Required:

• Master's degree in Nursing or Nursing Education; will consider also candidates with a bachelor's degree in nursing and enrolled in and actively pursuing a master's degree or higher in nursing.
• NYS Professional Nursing License & current CPR certification
• Strong teaching, clinical, communication, and computer skills
• Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving, and organizational abilities

Preferred:

• Doctorate in Nursing or related field
• Experience with simulation-based learning

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements. Additionally, please note that Alfred State College is not an E-Verify employer.

Additional Information:

The salary for this position starts at $60,000 and is commensurate with education and experience. Employees are also offered EXCEPTIONAL BENEFITS! We offer extensive healthcare and retirement options, including the opportunity for a pension. Furthermore, we prioritize a harmonious integration of work, personal life, and academic endeavors to support your overall work-life balance and effectiveness.

Benefits options include:

Health Insurance:

• Cost effective health insurance premiums with 73% to 88% covered by the employer.
• PPO or HMO option for personalized healthcare solutions.
• Exceptional fertility benefits available.
• Accumulated sick leave can cover a health insurance premium in retirement.

Dental and Vision:

• No cost dental and vision benefits for employees and eligible dependents.

Educational Support:

• Tuition benefits to invest in your continuous learning and professional development.

Paid Time Off:

• New employees are eligible for up to an impressive 13 paid sick days per year, increasing with years of service.
• Up to 13 paid holidays annually
• Paid parental leave

Retirement Plans:

• Various retirement options, including a defined benefits (pension) plan. With the pension, retired employees receive a defined monthly income for the rest of their life.
• Additional pre- and post- tax voluntary retirement savings options are available.

Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package are designed to exceed your expectations, affirming our dedication to your overall well-being and professional growth.

Non-Discrimination Notice

Alfred State College hereby advises students, parents, employees, and the general public that it offers employment and educational opportunities, including career and technical educational opportunities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, familial status, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, or criminal conviction. Employees, students, applicants, or other members of the college community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

Alfred State policy is in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination and harassment. These laws include the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as Amended by the Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1972, and the New York State Human Rights Law. These laws prohibit discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment and sexual violence.

Grievance procedures are available to interested persons by contacting either of the compliance officers/coordinators listed below. Inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and other laws, regulations, and policies prohibiting discrimination may be directed to:

Angela Koskoff
Chief Diversity Officer
Alfred State College
10 Upper College Drive
Alfred, NY 14802
cdo@alfredstate.edu
Phone 607-587-4025

If you would like to receive the combined Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains this information, you can stop in and request one at the University Police Department, located in the TG House on Lower College Drive or request a copy by calling the University Police at 607-587-3999. This report is available on the college's website at: http://www.alfredstate.edu/university-police/annual-security-and-fire-safety-report