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Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES) selected by Pasadena City College for Nursing Instructors Search

(June 18, 2026, WEST HARTFORD, CT) Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES), a leading higher education focused executive search firm, has been selected to recruit multiple Nursing Instructors at Pasadena City College. Jennifer Muller, Managing Partner, will be leading the search.

This is a unique opportunity to join a cohort of faculty who will help shape the future of one of Southern California’s most respected community college nursing programs. Faculty hired through this initiative will benefit from a pathway that could lead to tenure-track faculty status, comprehensive California public employee benefits, and the opportunity to build a rewarding long-term academic career while helping prepare the next generation of healthcare professionals. Ideal candidates will be committed to creating welcoming learning environments, supporting students from varied backgrounds and experiences, and helping all students achieve high levels of academic and clinical success. Successful candidates will also demonstrate experience teaching and working with diverse populations, an inclusive approach to mentoring and student engagement, and a commitment to advancing the College’s mission, vision and core values.

Reporting to the Dean of Health Sciences, this is a one-year, 10-month, full-time faculty appointment beginning Fall 2026. Candidates who successfully complete the first year and are subsequently hired into a tenure-track position will have fulfilled one of the four years required to obtain tenure. Additional teaching opportunities may be available through summer sessions, winter intersession, overload assignments, and expanded instructional responsibilities.

With more than 27,000 students, Pasadena City College educates future healthcare professionals through Registered Nursing, LVN, CNA, and other health career pathways that help meet critical workforce needs across Southern California. Located in the heart of one of the nation’s largest healthcare markets, PCC serves a richly diverse student population and is recognized for its commitment to student success, educational access, and career preparation. Through innovative ADN-to-BSN partnerships and a continued focus on workforce development, PCC is helping prepare the next generation of nurses who will serve communities throughout the region.

Affordable Excellence

Academic Career & Executive Search, a higher education focused search firm, specializes in affordable excellence, providing perfectly matched candidates to institutions quickly and accurately. Their methodologies, based on frequent touchpoints, pinpoint ideal candidates with speed and meticulous care resulting in highly successful placements.

They offer flexible service/pricing levels for all positions, ensuring affordability. Contact Jennifer Muller, Managing Partner, at 860-740-2600 or Jennifer@ACESrch.com, or visit https://acesrch.com/