Description
The Department of Health Sciences, in the School of Nursing and Health Sciences (SNHS) at Providence College (also referred to as “the College” or “PC”), seeks to fill an assistant clinical professor position to begin in the fall 2026 (i.e., August) semester. We are seeking applicants with teaching, research, and/or clinical practice experience in the health and/or human biological sciences. The successful candidate will teach Microbiology for the Health Professions for undergraduate students in the health sciences, nursing, and other majors across campus who are seeking health-related careers. Successful candidates may also participate in the department’s team-taught senior capstone seminar in health sciences and will have the opportunity to develop and teach other courses in their area of interest and specialization. Successful candidates will contribute to department, college, and professional service according to the college’s expectations of renewable contingent faculty. Candidates with an earned doctorate in health sciences, biological sciences, biomedical sciences, or a closely related field are strongly encouraged to apply.
This is an exciting and historic opportunity to join PC’s newly established School of Nursing and Health Sciences and shape an innovative, interdisciplinary curriculum for the next generation of students entering nursing and other health professions. The 153,000 sq. ft state-of-the-art Ben Mondor Center for Nursing and Health Sciences houses the School of Nursing and Health Sciences’ existing and future undergraduate and graduate programs. This one-of-a-kind facility opened in January 2025 and features the latest classroom design and technologies and showcases expansive clinical simulation and research facilities, including a human performance laboratory and environmental chamber. The department features a purpose-built classroom for teaching microbiology for the health professions and courses on biology in health and disease. A student career education and advising center, along with conference and meeting space, is included as part of the inspiring resources intended for the next generation of healthcare providers, faculty, and staff.
Applicants should apply online at the College’s career site at: https://careers.providence.edu and submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching statement/philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness, undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and contact information for three letters of recommendation. For additional information, please contact Dr. Todd Olszewski, Health Sciences Department Chair, Providence College, Providence, RI 02918 or tolszews@providence.edu. Review of applications will begin on January 30, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. A doctoral degree is required for this faculty appointment.
Conducted under the auspices of the Dominican Friars, Providence College is a Catholic, Dominican, liberal arts institution of higher education and a community committed to academic excellence in pursuit of the truth, growth in virtue, and service of God and neighbor. We seek candidates who can affirm and contribute to our mission.
Providence College is also an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a Beloved Community— an environment that reflects the rich diversity of the human family and is marked by justice, charity and the promotion of the common good and flourishing of all. We invite applications from qualified individuals who possess the experience, knowledge and commitment to develop the diverse learning environment envisioned as part of the Beloved Community. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. The College’s Non-Discrimination policy can be found here (Download PDF reader).
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications: Earned doctorate in microbiology or a closely related biological science. Demonstrated ability to teach at the undergraduate level. Strong oral and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated evidence of effective teaching, with prior experience teaching microbiology and/or human biology to undergraduate students in health-related majors. Relevant clinical, laboratory, or professional experience in microbiology, public health, or infectious disease.
