About Us
About Us As a comprehensive institution of the University System of Georgia, Valdosta State University (VSU) is a welcoming, aware, and vibrant community founded on and dedicated to serving our communities rich and diverse heritages. Through excellence in teaching, basic and applied research, and service, VSU provides rigorous programs and opportunities that enrich our students, our university, and our region. As such, the VSU mission consists of three interrelated parts that includes a student mission, university mission and regional mission. The university is equally dedicated to the core values of community, including a commitment to practice civility, integrity and citizenship. As members of this community and proud Blazers we strive to uphold these core values for the advancement of the University, as stated in the Blazer Creed and reflected in our commitment to the University System of Georgias Core Values.
Blazer Creed Valdosta State University is a learning environment based on trust and mutual respect in which open dialogue, vigorous debate, and the free exchange of ideas are welcome. The University is equally dedicated to the core values of community, including a commitment to practice civility, integrity, and citizenship. As members of this community, and proud Blazers, we will strive to uphold these core values for the advancement of the University.
Civility - A Blazer shows courtesy and compassion as well as respect for the dignity of every human being. Integrity - Each Blazer is responsible for his or her own actions, and our community is stronger when we contemplate the context of our decisions and uphold the principles of trust and honesty. Citizenship - Every Blazer has an interest in the well-being of the community, and, therefore, a duty to stay informed, to make positive contributions, and to offer support to those who need help. As a Blazer, we pledge to uphold the core principles of Civility, Integrity, and Citizenship.
Job Summary
The School of Nursing in the College of Nursing and Health Sciences seeks applicants for a ten-month (academic) non-tenure track faculty position beginning August 1, 2026. The selected candidate will be responsible for teaching courses in the candidates area of expertise and providing service at the school, college, and university levels. The position offers opportunities to collaborate with supportive colleagues, contribute to curriculum development, and engage in service and scholarship activities that advance the mission of the College of Nursing and Health Sciences.
The College of Nursing and Health Sciences provides programs of study at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. The Bachelor of Science degree is granted in Health Sciences and Nursing. The graduate degrees include the Master of Science in Nursing with a concentration in Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Family Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (MSN) and a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). A minor in Nutrition is also provided. The Nursing programs are accredited by the CCNE.
For more information on the College visit https://www.valdosta.edu/colleges/nursingand-health-sciences/.
APPLICATION MATERIALS
Interested applicants should submit the following:
• Letter of interest • Curriculum Vitae • Names and contact information for at least three professional references (including email address) • Unofficial transcripts
Review of completed applications will begin March 24, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. For more information contact Ms. Paige Krispin via email apkrispin@valdosta.edu.
Responsibilities
Department Summary
Position is responsible for teaching up to 15 credit hours per semester and providing service to the school, college, and university levels. Teaching responsibilities may include engaging undergraduate nursing students through clinical experiences, simulation-based learning, and/or classroom instruction. Faculty are encouraged to bring creativity, mentorship, and evidence-based strategies to foster student growth and professional readiness.
Typical Allocation of Duties:
• Teaching and Service - 100% • Teaches classes and meets assigned service obligations.
Required Qualifications
Masters in nursing from an accredited university/college Unencumbered license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Georgia Excellent written and verbal communication skills Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and learning
Preferred Qualifications
• Record of effective teaching appropriate to the applicants career stage • Ability to work effectively in a collaborative setting • Record of mentoring students • Experience in mental health nursing
Proposed Salary
Commensurate with experience.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.
More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Conditions of Employment
Applicants are required to provide:
• Professional references with current contact information • Documentation of academic credentials • Employment history
Please note that during the search process, VSU reserves the right to:
• Ask candidates who will serve in Positions of Trust to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment • View social media outlets • Remove job postings without additional notification
Employment is contingent upon:
• Successful completion of a background check investigation, including a criminal background check • Reference checks • Employment history
Employment may also be contingent upon the job-based requirements if applicable for your position:
• Satisfactory credit check • Successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) • Pre-employment drug testing • Confirmation of credentials
After initial hiring, employees will be required to successfully complete all of the following training:
• New employee orientation • VSUs Annual Compliance Training: USG Ethics Policy • Conflict of Interest/Outside Activities Policy • Drug Free Workplace • Sexual Misconduct and Title IX • Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) • Motor Vehicle Policy • Workers Compensation (new hires) • Georgia Open Records Act (new hires) • USG Cybersecurity Training (required twice yearly) • Job-specific training such as: FMLA and Workers Compensation, Budget Manager training, Purchasing Training (ePro & PCard), and Defensive Driving
Equal Employment Opportunity
Valdosta State University is an equal opportunity educational institution. It is not the intent of the institution to discriminate against any applicant for admission or any student or employee of the institution based on the age, sex, race, religion, color, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation of the individual.
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Accommodations
If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings, apply for a job on this site, or participate in the search process as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Catherine Wills, in the Office of Human Resources at croark@valdosta.edu.