Augsburg University offers more than 50 undergraduate majors and 11 graduate degrees to approximately 3,400 students of diverse backgrounds. The trademark of an Augsburg education is its emphasis on direct, personal experience. Guided by the faith and values of the Lutheran church, Augsburg educates students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders.

Among the distinctive features of the university are its deep dedication to civic and community engagement, robust undergraduate research programs, and a strong belief in the integration of liberal arts and professional studies across all programs. The University's commitments to our urban context and the world beyond it are enhanced through the work of four signature centers: the Christensen Center for Vocation, the Center for Global Education and Experience, the Sabo Center for Democracy and Citizenship, and the Strommen Center for Meaningful Work. 

As part of Augsburg University's commitment to intentional diversity, 50% of our current student body identifies as Black, Indigenous, and persons of color. The emerging interdisciplinary Department of Critical Race and Ethnicity Studies builds on this foundation to further diversify our academic curriculum and co-curricular programs. We do this work out of historical and contemporary obligations rooted in our ethical and intellectual commitments to prepare our diverse student body for a cosmopolitan world.

Augsburg's Statement of Commitment on Equity

We believe that education is the key to healthy, meaningful and productive lives for individuals, as well as to the vibrancy of our democracy. Augsburg University is dedicated to achieving an educational experience free from the barriers of poverty, racism, and discrimination so that students can fully realize their unique gifts. Recognizing that higher education's democratic promise is compromised by systemic and systematic barriers to college access and completion, Augsburg is called to stand for equity in everything we do to fulfill our academic mission, serve our students and engage our fellow citizens.

Augsburg University’s CCNE-accredited Doctor of Nursing Practice – Family Nurse Practitioner (DNP-FNP) program is inviting applications for a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) faculty position (non-tenure track) to begin in Summer 2026.

This faculty appointment is an 11-month, 0.5 FTE position within the School of Health and Department of Nursing, with a salary range of $42,000-$46,000, depending on qualifications and experience. The role includes teaching responsibilities across the Family Nurse Practitioner curriculum, academic advising, student mentorship, and service to the department and university. This position allows flexibility to maintain clinical practice, provided all teaching and departmental responsibilities are fully maintained.

The DNP-FNP program prepares nurses for advanced nursing leadership and the clinical role of providing integrative primary care to individuals and families across cultures and care settings. The program emphasizes eliminating barriers to health through peaceful, just, and collaborative actions that uphold and improve human potential. Graduates are eligible to apply for certification as Family Nurse Practitioners (FNPs) through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) and the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).

Faculty in this role are expected to actively contribute to the Department of Nursing and the broader School of Health through faculty meetings, shared governance, interprofessional education, and collaborative academic initiatives. Time for professional practice is supported as part of Augsburg’s commitment to integrating clinical practice and scholarship with teaching.

Primary Responsibilities

• Teach across the DNP-FNP curriculum in hybrid learning formats
• Collaborate with faculty to align curriculum, competencies, and experiential learning outcomes
• Advise and mentor graduate nursing students as assigned
• Supervise scholarly work and DNP projects as assigned
• Participate in curriculum review, accreditation reporting, assessment, program evaluation, and continuous quality improvement
• Contribute as an active faculty member through faculty meetings, shared governance, and departmental service
• Support broader School of Health initiatives, including interprofessional education and collaborative academic programming

Classes that are offered primarily during weekdays, with occasional evening responsibilities. Courses are delivered in a hybrid format, including online synchronous and asynchronous sessions, along with in-person on-campus meetings (typically 4–6 times per semester).

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing required (Intent to complete doctoral degree within 5 year of hire)
• Current, unencumbered licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) / Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP) in the State of Minnesota, or eligibility for RN and APRN licensure in Minnesota
• Certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner with primary care focus (AGNP) 
• Ability to maintain active clinical practice as a Nurse Practitioner
• Experience precepting students 
• Experience practicing as a Nurse Practitioner
• Experience working collaboratively within interdisciplinary teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree (PhD or DNP) preferred
• Teaching experience in online, hybrid, and/or in-person modalities
• Graduate-level teaching experience
• Demonstrated commitment to healthcare for all with transcultural experience and leadership skills
• Five years of experience in the nursing profession
• Experience with practicing in primary care, integrative care, or functional medicine

Priority will be given to candidates demonstrating strength in primary care, integrative and holistic health, transcultural nursing, and academic-practice partnership development.

The compensation range is $42,000-$46,000, dependent upon qualifications and experience.

Augsburg University offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, including: 

• Medical, dental and vision insurance coverage. Medical plans include Kavira direct care, which provides free or low-cost virtual and in-home primary care appointments and labs
• A generous 403(b) retirement program with an employer contribution of up to 8% upon eligibility
• Up to 100% tuition remission for employees, spouses and dependents, and participation in the Tuition Exchange program with colleges and universities throughout the US
• Employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees
• Paid parental leave

Application Instructions and Requirements

Initial review of application materials will begin on May 11, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.

To apply for this position, please upload the following documents:

• Cover letter addressing how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications and your philosophy of clinical education and partnership development
• Curriculum Vitae
• Copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts (unofficial transcripts accepted initially; official transcripts required upon hire)

As part of the online application process, you will be asked to provide the name, email address, and nature of your professional relationship for two professional references. Letters of recommendation from these references will be requested later in the process if candidates advance. Augsburg will notify candidates prior to contacting your references.

Official transcripts are required at time of hire.

Augsburg University is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national origin, familial status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or public assistance status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Successful candidates will have demonstrated abilities working in an academic community committed to intentional diversity. Candidates are thus encouraged to highlight skills and experiences that demonstrate these competencies. Women and persons of color are encouraged to apply.

Augsburg University is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national origin, familial status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or public assistance status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. 

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at phone number: 612-330-1058 or email: [email protected].