Employment Opportunities Adjunct Instructor – Epidemiology Adjunct Instructor – Epidemiology Posted: September 2, 2026 Merrimack College’s School of Nursing and Health Sciences invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor to teach Epidemiology for Advanced Nursing Practice (NUR 5220) in our fully online Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program. We are seeking a dynamic, student-centered nurse educator with
expertise in epidemiology, population health, public health, and data-driven approaches to improving health outcomes across varying populations. The successful candidate will join a growing graduate nursing program committed to preparing advanced nursing professionals in Population Health through innovative, evidence-based, and practice-focused learning experiences. Course Description: NUR 5220: Epidemiology for
Advanced Nursing Practice This course explores foundational epidemiologic principles essential to advanced population health nursing practice. Students evaluate patterns of health and disease distribution and examine determinants of health affecting varying populations. Emphasis is placed on interpreting epidemiologic data to identify priority populations and health disparities, and on analyzing data sources for
validity, reliability, and potential bias. Students apply epidemiologic evidence to population health planning, program evaluation, and the development of health promotion and disease prevention initiatives. The course also examines the role of epidemiology in informing evidence-based policy. Through applied analysis, students integrate epidemiologic findings into population health practice to improve outcomes across
communities and systems of care. Responsibilities: Facilitate and teach an eight-week online graduate nursing course. Engage students through active online learning strategies, discussion facilitation, and timely feedback. Evaluate student performance using established course assignments and grading rubrics. Support student achievement and professional development. Maintain regular communication with students and
program leadership. Participate in faculty orientation and required program meetings as appropriate. Required Qualifications: Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) Active, unencumbered RN license in the United States and eligibility for Massachusetts RN licensure prior to the Spring 2027 course start date. Graduate-level expertise in epidemiology, population health, public health, community health, health policy, or
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