Job Posting:
JR101961 Program Coordinator PhD NE Program (Contingent II, Grant-Funded) (Open)Department:
Nursing, JMPosition Type:
Non-Regular Fixed Term (Fixed Term)Open Date:
07-09-2026Close Date:
$68,000 - $72,000Job Description:
The Department of Nursing is has instituted a new program offering with the PhD in Nursing Education. The one grant funded progra coordinator positions will contribute to this process through teaching, research and guidance in the area of nursing education and will directly support the principle investigator (PI)-/ Department Chair. This role will share responsibility for committee and department assignments including administrative, data tracking, reporting, and other functions for the good of the institution.Responsibilities:
- The Program Coordinator will lead the efforts for recruitment and retention of the PhD students.
- Research and publications are expected for tenure and promotion.
- Other areas of responsibility include support with curriculum development; participate in departmental and college-wide activities and committees, such as, grant writing, assessment, faculty development, mentoring student projects, and academic advisement.
Minimum Qualifications:
Master's of Science Degree in Nursing (MSN) required. Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Nursing preferred.
Must hold a current or be eligible for an unencumbered license to practice nursing in Maryland, Washington, DC, or a compact state.
Strong preference will be given to candidates with didactic experience in the main area of teaching at the collegiate level.
A strong, demonstrated record of clinical expertise, experience with assessment and evaluation of student learning outcomes is required.
Expertise in nursing care throughout the lifespan is required.
:Experiences with nursing recruitment and retention.
Health requirements, CPR, background check required for clinical compliance, evenings.
Weekend activities are to be expected as a part of the work schedule.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with total program evaluation and accreditation preferred.
- Evidence of an active record of scholarship and service at the program, department and university levels preferred.
Conditions of Employment:
- This position is funded in whole or in part through an external restricted funding source designated specifically for this project. Continued employment is contingent upon the availability of these funds and the continuation of the project’s approved scope.
Additional Job Information:
Benefits include medical, dental, prescription, long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment insurance and life insurance; paid time for paid sick leave and annual leave; 10 paid holidays per year, tuition remission and supplemental retirement.
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Skills Required
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Nursing
- Current or eligible for an unencumbered nursing license in Maryland, Washington, DC, or a compact state
- Didactic teaching experience at the collegiate level
- Demonstrated clinical expertise and experience with assessment and evaluation of student learning outcomes
- Expertise in nursing care across the lifespan
- Experience with nursing recruitment and retention
- Health requirements including CPR and successful background check for clinical compliance
- Willingness/ability to work evenings and weekends as part of the schedule
- Experience with total program evaluation and accreditation
- Active record of scholarship and service at program, department, or university levels
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