Undergraduate Nursing - Assistant Clinical Professor (Obstetrics)

About Sacred Heart University As one of the nation’s largest Catholic universities and among the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers more than 100 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. Nearly 10,000 students attend the University’s nine colleges and schools: College of Arts & Sciences; School of Communication, Media & the Arts; School of Social Work; School of Performing Arts; College of Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology; School of Computer Science & Engineering and the Dr. Susan L. Davis, R.N., & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing. Sacred Heart, a Laudato Si’ campus, stands out from other Catholic universities as it was established to be led by the laity. This contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts and, at the same time, cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change—in their own lives, professions and in their communities. The Princeton Review includes SHU in its Best 391 Colleges: 2026 Edition and Best Business Schools: 2025 Edition. Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliate station, WSHU Public Radio; a Division I athletics program and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance and theatre. Full-Time Nursing Faculty: First Professional Degree – Obstetrics Job Description: The Davis & Henley College of Nursing (DHCON) is seeking applicants with expertise in Maternal Care/Obstetrics whose primary teaching responsibilities will be with the First Professional Degree BSN program. We are currently searching for faculty positions with a nine (9) month appointment with rank and tenure commensurate with background and experience. The thriving undergraduate, pre-licensure program has over 900 students. Some teaching in the Second Degree Accelerated BSN Program may be required. Anticipated start date is September 2026/January 2027. This is a great opportunity to join a stable, highly regarded BSN program with a proven history of student success. Faculty in the DHCON are collaborative and student-centered. Opportunities for research, community service, faculty development and inter-professional learning are available and supported by the college and the university. Requirements: We are seeking individuals with the following qualifications: • Doctorate degree in nursing or related field preferred. (Candidates enrolled in doctoral program invited to apply). • Previous experience in nursing higher education preferred. • Clinical expertise in the following area: ◦ Maternal Care/Obstetrics Additionally, the successful candidate will be able to contribute to a College environment based upon mutual respect and collegiality and will value the University's Catholic identity, tradition and spirit, and will support the University's commitment to community service, strategic planning, and the intellectual and ethical development of all students. Application Instructions: Applicants must submit a complete curriculum vita and a letter specifically relating the CV to the requirements of the position. Final candidates will be required to provide one letter of recommendation. Review of applications will begin immediately and be accepted until the position is filled. Only online submissions will be considered. Questions regarding this position may be addressed to Dr. Heather Ferrillo, Undergraduate Chair, Dr. Susan L. Davis, RN, and Richard J. Henley College of Nursing, Sacred Heart University. 5151 Park Avenue, Fairfield, CT 06825; The Davis & Henley College of Nursing BSN Program is accredited by the CCNE. The DHCON offers a traditional BSN, second degree accelerated BSN, RN to BSN completion, RN to MSN and MSN with tracks for administration, nursing education, family nurse practitioner, clinical nurse leader, psych/mental health nurse practitioner, and DNP. The Davis & Henley College of Nursing is located in the new Center for Health Education facility, featuring a state-of-the-art nursing simulation and clinical skills labs. Sacred Heart University is a space that respects and embraces differences, recognizes the unique contributions that individuals can make, and creates a community that maximizes the potential of all faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live. Sacred Heart University is a space that respects and embraces differences, recognizes the unique contributions that individuals can make, and creates a community that maximizes the potential of all faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.