Visiting Instructor

The University of South Florida College of Nursing is one of 14 colleges at USF, a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities. Nationally recognized as a leader in nursing education and research, the College of Nursing serves around 2,000 undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students each year. The
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) continues to be ranked No. 1 in Florida by U.S. News & World Report, and the college graduates the most new nurses of any institution in the state. The college has also been recognized as a Center of Excellence by the National League for Nursing, an honor given to only a select number of colleges in the country. Part of USF Health, an academic health center, the College of Nursing is committed to making life better through education, research, and patient care. Through immersive simulation, clinical education, and global engagement, the College of Nursing graduates Bull Nurses who are ready to lead with skill, compassion, and purpose.

The USF College of Nursing is seeking a full-time faculty member eligible for appointment at the
rank of Visiting Instructor to support teaching within the undergraduate nursing curriculum. The primary
focus of this position is the instruction of foundational science courses that prepare students for success in
nursing education, including Anatomy and Physiology I, Anatomy and Physiology II, Microbiology, and related
prerequisite sciences.

The successful candidate will teach and support students across a variety of instructional modalities
including face-to-face, online, hybrid, classroom, and laboratory learning environments. Responsibilities include delivering high-quality instruction, facilitating laboratory experiences, fostering student engagement,
promoting critical thinking and scientific reasoning, and helping students build a strong foundation in the
biological sciences as they prepare for entry into nursing programs and healthcare professions.

The Visiting Instructor may collaborate with faculty across the College of Nursing to ensure the prerequisite
science content aligns with nursing program outcomes and supports student success throughout the
curriculum. Additional responsibilities may include participation in undergraduate courses and other
educational activities based on program needs, service on College and University committees, student
mentoring, and engagement in College, University, community, and professional service activities consistent
with the rank of Instructor. The successful candidate should demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching
excellence, student success, active learning, and evidence-based science education.

Faculty may be assigned to teach at the College of Nursing’s Tampa or St. Petersburg campuses based on
the needs of the undergraduate program and the College.

Responsibilities:

Teach undergraduate nursing science prerequisite courses, including Anatomy and Physiology I,
Anatomy and Physiology II, Microbiology, and other assigned science courses.

Deliver classroom, laboratory, hybrid, and/or online instruction using evidence-based teaching
strategies that promote student engagement and learning.

Facilitate student learning through active-learning approaches, laboratory experiences,
demonstrations, and application of scientific concepts to healthcare and nursing practice.

Assess and evaluate student performance and provide timely, constructive feedback.

Mentor and advise students regarding academic success and preparation for nursing education and
healthcare careers.

Participate in curriculum development, course assessment, and continuous quality improvement
initiatives.

Collaborate with faculty across the College to support student progression and success.

Participate in College, University, community, and professional service activities consistent with the
Visiting Instructor role.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in biology, Microbiology, Anatomy and Physiology, Physiology, Biomedical Sciences,
Nursing, or a related discipline from an accredited institution.

Must meet University criteria for appointment at the rank of Instructor.

Demonstrated knowledge of human anatomy and physiology, microbiology, and foundational
biological sciences.

Previous teaching experience in higher education, laboratory instruction, tutoring, or other
educational settings.

Degree Equivalency Clause: Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree.
• Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate (https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2023/1310) is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.
• SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements
• A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:
• (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree;
• (c) Six years of direct experience for a master’s degree;
• (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
• (e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree
• Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.
• Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.

Preferred Qualifications:

Doctoral degree in biological science, health science, nursing, or closely related field (PhD, EdD,
DNP, or related terminal degree).

Experience teaching Anatomy and Physiology I and II, Microbiology, or other undergraduate science
courses.

Demonstrated effectiveness in classroom, laboratory, hybrid, and/or online teaching environments.

Experience using active-learning, student-centered, and evidence-based instructional strategies.

Experience developing course materials, laboratory activities, and student assessments.

Experience mentoring and supporting students from a wide range of academic backgrounds.

Experience with learning management systems and instructional technologies.

Established record of scholarly activity, professional engagement, or educational innovation.

Demonstrated ability to effectively engage and work with individuals from varied backgrounds.

 

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and USF Health. In 2025, U.S. News & World Report recognized USF with its highest overall ranking in university history, as a top 50 public university for the seventh consecutive year and as one of the top 15 best values among all public universities in the nation. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine in the highest tier, placing it as one of the top 16 medical schools in the nation and inside the top 10 among public universities. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $750 million in research funding in 2025 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of nearly $10 billion for the state of Florida. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.