South Dakota State University is offering an exciting career opportunity to join the College of Nursing as an Instructor/Lecturer. This position will serve as the Nurse Midwife Faculty and Director of the new midwifery program. This position will be located in either Brookings, Sioux Falls, or Rapid City. This position is a 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position.
SDState is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $94 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.
The SDSU College of Nursing, located in Brookings, Rapid City, and Sioux Falls, has a long history of exceptional nursing education and this is recognized through its designation as a Center of Excellence in Nursing Education by the National League for Nursing. The college’s fully accredited Healthcare Simulation Center encompassing all three sites is further evidence of our commitment to high quality education for all students. SDSU Nursing’s history of excellence, innovation and achievement across its graduate and undergraduate programs provides an excellent foundation for growth and innovation.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead accreditation activities, such as ACME self-studies; Annual reports; Site visit preparation and follow-up (done in collaboration with Associate Dean for Academic Programs).
- Monitor compliance with accreditation standards.
- Track program outcomes such as graduation rates, certification exam pass rates, employment outcomes.
- Facilitate faculty meetings and committee work.
- Oversee clinical experiences- assist in securing clinical placements; selection and orientation of clinical preceptors.
SALARY RANGE:
Salary and rank are commensurate with qualifications, starting at $115,000 for Instructor level.
BENEFITS:
SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.
QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A completed Master’s degree by date of application.
- Licensed by the South Dakota Board of Nursing or eligible for licensure as an APRN as evidenced by current licensure in another state.
- Nationally certified as a Nurse Midwife by the American Midwifery Certification Board, or other appropriate certifying body.
- Minimum of two years as practicing as a midwife.
- Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated organizational and time management skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work as a contributing team member.
- Demonstrated use of technology in managing and/or delivering educational programs.
- Demonstrated ability or potential to plan, develop, implement, and evaluate educational materials and direct effective programs.
- Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire, and willingness to travel.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- An earned Doctoral degree.
- Evidence of professional service.
- Formal teaching experience in nursing.
- Demonstrated evidence of potential for scholarly activity.
- Experience in publishing extension materials and peer reviewed journals.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Position closes 08/28/2026.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
SDState accepts applications through an on-line employment site. To apply, visit: https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu, search by the position title, view the job announcement, and click on “apply for this job.” This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, curriculum vitae, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact SDState Human Resources at (605) 688-4128 if you require assistance with this process.
Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.
SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.
For questions on the position, contact Heidi Mennenga at [email protected].
South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits discrimination on, the basis of sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identification, transgender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status that may become protected under law against discrimination in the offering of all educational programs and employment opportunities. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing
[email protected]. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007, 605-688-4128.
