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Get Access To All JobsJob Title Undergraduate Nursing Program Faculty (Non-Tenure Track, F1172A, F1173A, F1174A)
Department NURSING DEPT
Position Number F1172A, F1173A, F1174A
Job Description
Ellmer School of Nursing at Old Dominion University invites qualified candidates to apply for full-time, Non-Tenure-Track nursing faculty positions in the undergraduate nursing program. We are expanding enrollment and increasing faculty. We are searching for faculty members who will share and contribute to our mission to transform healthcare by preparing exceptional nurses, extending nursing science and partnering with our global community. The start date for the 12-month position will be December 10, 2026 to allow for clinical onboarding for the spring semester.
Faculty responsibilities will include didactic and clinical instruction for pre-licensure BSN students. Online instruction for post-licensure BSN students as well as additional teaching responsibility for lab and clinical courses will round out the faculty member’s workload. Salary and appointment rank are competitive and commensurate with experience.
Position Type FullTime
Type of Recruitment General Public
Minimum required education and/or special licenses, registrations, trainings, or certifications
An earned master’s degree in nursing.
Minimum required level and type of experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities
Eligibility for Virginia Registered Nurse license.
Recent clinical practice with expertise in nursing.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience teaching in a baccalaureate nursing program is preferred.
- Clinical focus in mental health is preferred for one position.
- Clinical focus in adult is preferred for one position.
- Classroom experience and familiarity with online/web-enhanced formats and simulation are desirable.
- Professional certification in a specialty area is ideal.
- Current enrollment in or completion of DNP or PhD degree is ideal.
Conditions of Employment
These are face-to-face teaching positions that will require supervision of students for direct care in clinical rotations.
Location Virginia Beach, VA
Job Open Date 11/10/2026
Application Review Date 11/24/2026
Open Until Filled Yes
Application Instructions
Interested candidates should visit to apply at https://jobs.odu.edu/postings/27380 and attach the following with their online application:
- A cover letter.
- A curriculum vitae.
- A statement of teaching philosophy.
- Unofficial graduate transcripts.
- Contact information including email addresses for three professional references.
Applications must be submitted by November 24, 2026 for full consideration. The positions will remain open until filled.
Telework Friendly No
Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at (757)683-3141.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
About the College
Old Dominion University is a public institution located in Norfolk, which is one of 16 cities that make up Hampton Roads, Virginia. It is classified as a Carnegie Research Institution with “high” research activity and has a strategic plan to increase commitment to research and community engagement. The 180-acre main campus serves a diverse student population of approximately 22,000, and is near museums, sporting and entertainment venues, historical attractions, as well as the Virginia Beach oceanfront. Washington, DC and the beaches of the North Carolina Outer Banks are relatively short drives from Norfolk.
About the Department
Ellmer School of Nursing, located at the Virginia Beach Higher Education Center in Virginia Beach, VA, has average enrollment of nearly 1,000 students across all programs which includes over 15% African American, 9% Asian, 2% Latino and 8% males. The undergraduate nursing program has a pre-licensure program and an online post-licensure program with a total enrollment of over 300 students annually. NCLEX-RN® pass rates are on average 95% or higher. The graduate nursing program consists of 8 MSN concentrations and 3 DNP concentrations, and certification pass rates for advanced practice graduates are on average above 90%, ranking ODU as one of the best schools in Virginia. Further information about the School of Nursing is available online at http://www.odu.edu/nursing.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- The Chronicle of Higher Education (website or print)
- Higheredjobs.com
- DiverseJobs.com
- InsightIntoDiversity.com
- Jobs.Virginia.gov
- Old Dominion University website
- Virginia Pilot (website or print)
- Richmond Times Dispatch (website or print)
- Academic Keys
- Other
- If you selected "Other," how did you hear about this employment opportunity?
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Curriculum Vitae
- Teaching Philosophy
- Recommendation/Reference Letter 3
- Unofficial Graduate Transcripts
- Contact Information for Professional References
Optional Documents
- Diversity/Inclusion Statement
Job Title Undergraduate Nursing Program Faculty (Non-Tenure Track, F1172A, F1173A, F1174A)
Department NURSING DEPT
Position Number F1172A, F1173A, F1174A
Job Description
Ellmer School of Nursing at Old Dominion University invites qualified candidates to apply for full-time, Non-Tenure-Track nursing faculty positions in the undergraduate nursing program. We are expanding enrollment and increasing faculty. We are searching for faculty members who will share and contribute to our mission to transform healthcare by preparing exceptional nurses, extending nursing science and partnering with our global community. The start date for the 12-month position will be December 10, 2026 to allow for clinical onboarding for the spring semester.
Faculty responsibilities will include didactic and clinical instruction for pre-licensure BSN students. Online instruction for post-licensure BSN students as well as additional teaching responsibility for lab and clinical courses will round out the faculty member’s workload. Salary and appointment rank are competitive and commensurate with experience.
Position Type FullTime
Type of Recruitment General Public
Minimum required education and/or special licenses, registrations, trainings, or certifications
An earned master’s degree in nursing.
Minimum required level and type of experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities
Eligibility for Virginia Registered Nurse license.
Recent clinical practice with expertise in nursing.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience teaching in a baccalaureate nursing program is preferred.
- Clinical focus in mental health is preferred for one position.
- Clinical focus in adult is preferred for one position.
- Classroom experience and familiarity with online/web-enhanced formats and simulation are desirable.
- Professional certification in a specialty area is ideal.
- Current enrollment in or completion of DNP or PhD degree is ideal.
Conditions of Employment
These are face-to-face teaching positions that will require supervision of students for direct care in clinical rotations.
Location Virginia Beach, VA
Job Open Date 11/10/2026
Application Review Date 11/24/2026
Open Until Filled Yes
Application Instructions
Interested candidates should visit to apply at https://jobs.odu.edu/postings/27380 and attach the following with their online application:
- A cover letter.
- A curriculum vitae.
- A statement of teaching philosophy.
- Unofficial graduate transcripts.
- Contact information including email addresses for three professional references.
Applications must be submitted by November 24, 2026 for full consideration. The positions will remain open until filled.
Telework Friendly No
Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at (757)683-3141.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
About the College
Old Dominion University is a public institution located in Norfolk, which is one of 16 cities that make up Hampton Roads, Virginia. It is classified as a Carnegie Research Institution with “high” research activity and has a strategic plan to increase commitment to research and community engagement. The 180-acre main campus serves a diverse student population of approximately 22,000, and is near museums, sporting and entertainment venues, historical attractions, as well as the Virginia Beach oceanfront. Washington, DC and the beaches of the North Carolina Outer Banks are relatively short drives from Norfolk.
About the Department
Ellmer School of Nursing, located at the Virginia Beach Higher Education Center in Virginia Beach, VA, has average enrollment of nearly 1,000 students across all programs which includes over 15% African American, 9% Asian, 2% Latino and 8% males. The undergraduate nursing program has a pre-licensure program and an online post-licensure program with a total enrollment of over 300 students annually. NCLEX-RN® pass rates are on average 95% or higher. The graduate nursing program consists of 8 MSN concentrations and 3 DNP concentrations, and certification pass rates for advanced practice graduates are on average above 90%, ranking ODU as one of the best schools in Virginia. Further information about the School of Nursing is available online at http://www.odu.edu/nursing.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- The Chronicle of Higher Education (website or print)
- Higheredjobs.com
- DiverseJobs.com
- InsightIntoDiversity.com
- Jobs.Virginia.gov
- Old Dominion University website
- Virginia Pilot (website or print)
- Richmond Times Dispatch (website or print)
- Academic Keys
- Other
- If you selected "Other," how did you hear about this employment opportunity?
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Curriculum Vitae
- Teaching Philosophy
- Recommendation/Reference Letter 3
- Unofficial Graduate Transcripts
- Contact Information for Professional References
Optional Documents
- Diversity/Inclusion Statement
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Nursing Faculty Jobs
Align your credentials before applying
U.S. nursing faculty positions typically require an MSN or DNP, and some research-focused roles require a PhD. Have your foreign transcripts evaluated by a NACES-recognized credential evaluation service before you apply, so employers can confirm specialty occupation eligibility upfront.
Target academic medical centers directly
Teaching hospitals and university-affiliated nursing schools file H-1B and PERM petitions far more consistently than standalone community colleges. Focus your search on institutions with ACEN- or CCNE-accredited nursing programs, which typically have established HR processes for international faculty hires.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your specific role and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level for Postsecondary Teachers in your target city before you receive an offer, so you can negotiate from an accurate baseline.
Find sponsors through Migrate Mate
Nursing faculty sponsorship activity isn't always visible on general job boards. Use Migrate Mate to search employers with verified LCA filing history for academic and healthcare education roles, so you're applying to institutions that have actually sponsored candidates before.
Clarify state licensure requirements early
Many nursing faculty positions require an active RN license in the state where the institution operates, even if the role is primarily instructional. Confirm licensure endorsement timelines for your target state before the employer files an LCA, since USCIS will expect licensure to be in place or obtainable.
Understand PERM timing for tenure-track roles
Tenure-track nursing faculty positions often come with green card sponsorship via PERM labor certification. PERM recruitment must follow strict DOL advertising rules and can take 12 to 18 months before an I-140 is filed, so raise the green card conversation with HR at the offer stage, not after you start.
Frequently Asked Questions
What visas are typically used to sponsor nursing faculty?
H-1B is the most common nonimmigrant visa for nursing faculty because the role qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Employers at universities and academic medical centers also sponsor EB-2 and EB-3 green cards for permanent positions. TN visa is not available for nursing faculty roles, as that occupation is not on the USMCA profession list.
Does a nursing faculty role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. USCIS recognizes postsecondary nursing education as a specialty occupation because a minimum of a master's degree in nursing or a closely related field is the standard entry requirement. The O*NET profile for Nursing Instructors and Teachers confirms the advanced degree requirement. Roles that accept only an associate degree or RN licensure without a graduate degree may face more scrutiny in the petition.
How do I find nursing faculty employers who actually sponsor visas?
Migrate Mate shows employers with verified LCA filing history for nursing and academic roles, so you can focus on institutions that have sponsored candidates before rather than guessing. Academic medical centers, R1 research universities, and large community college systems within major metro areas tend to have the most consistent sponsorship track records.
Is state RN licensure required even if I'm only teaching and not practicing clinically?
Most accrediting bodies and state boards of nursing require nursing faculty to hold an active, unencumbered RN license in the state where they teach, regardless of whether they provide direct patient care. USCIS expects any required license to be obtainable before the H-1B start date. You'll need to verify the specific state's nurse practice act and plan for the endorsement timeline, which can range from a few weeks to several months.
Can a nursing faculty employer sponsor a green card, and how does the process work?
Yes. Most tenure-track and full-time nursing faculty positions qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process. The employer must conduct a formal DOL-supervised recruitment process to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available. PERM recruitment, approval, and subsequent I-140 petition filing typically takes 18 to 24 months before a priority date is established, so initiating this conversation early in your employment is important.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Nursing Faculty jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.