Assistant Professor

University of Maryland Global Campus; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Coppin State University is seeking an Assistant Professor of Nursing to teach in classroom and clinical settings, develop and evaluate the nursing curriculum, and provide academic counseling to students. The role includes coordinating clinical experiences with community health agencies and participating in School of Nursing activities.

Applicants should have a Master of Science in Nursing and a current Maryland RN license; a doctoral degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing is required.
• Doctoral degree in nursing or health-related field preferred.
• Current Maryland RN license required.

Responsibilities

• Teach in classroom and clinical sites; develop and evaluate nursing curriculum as part of the teaching team.
• Coordinate with community health agencies for clinical experiences and supervise student learning.
• Participate in School of Nursing and College of Health Professions meetings; contribute to university service and accreditation activities.
• Maintain professional growth and stay current in nursing practice; support accreditation visits.
• Provide academic counseling and hold at least four office hours weekly.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Technology integration in teaching

Multicultural competence

Education

MS in Nursing

Doctoral degree in Nursing or health-related field preferred

Job description

Job Posting:

JR101910 Assistant Professor (Open)

Department:

Bachelor of Science in Nursing , PM

Position Type:

Regular

Open Date:

10-30-2026

Close Date:

11-20-2026

$100,000.00 Annually

Job Description:

The Assistant Professor is responsible for teaching in the classroom, clinical/campus laboratory clinical sites and clinical seminars; planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing curriculum as a member of the nursing teaching team’ and providing academic counseling and guidance to nursing students.

Responsibilities:

• Teaching in the classroom, clinical/campus laboratory clinical sites and clinical seminars; Planning, implementing and evaluating nursing curriculum as a member of the nursing teaching team.
• Coordinating with community health agencies utilized for clinical experiences and maintaining effective relations with them; Planning, supervising and evaluating learning experiences for students in the clinical area; scheduling conferences with individual students regarding progress.
• Participating in all School of Nursing and nursing course team planning meetings and selected subcommittee within School of Nursing and College of Health Professions; Participating actively in University, College, School and Community service and Activities.
• Maintaining own professional growth and remains current in nursing practice; Assisting in preparation for nursing accreditation visits.; Day, evening and weekend classes and clinical as applicable.
• Providing academic counseling and guidance to nursing students; Holding at least four post office hours per week.

Minimum Qualifications:

EDUCATION

• Minimally a Master of Science in Nursing degree required.
• Doctoral Degree in Nursing or a health-related field from an accredited institution preferred.

EXPERIENCE

• Demonstrated clinical experience in medical-surgical nursing and currently at least one area of specialty in pediatric, maternal-child, critical care, and psychiatric/mental health or community clinical areas.
• Recent classroom and clinical teaching experience in a college-level nursing program.
• Ability to meet challenges of adult students with diverse background.
• Holds current license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Maryland other verifiable state.
• Preference will be given to candidates who have experience and an appreciation for and are committed to working in a global, multicultural academic setting; Preference will be given to candidates who have experience with the integration of technology and alternative delivery systems of instruction in teaching-learning process.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Must be able to independently manage multiple tasks and set priorities.
• Possess strong oral/written communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to meet challenges of adult students with diverse background.
• Integration of technology and alternative delivery systems of instruction in teaching-learning process.

Additional Job Information:

BENEFITS SUMMARY

Coppin State University offers a competitive benefits package to include health insurance options (medical, dental, vision), life and disability insurance, retirement plan contributions, as well as paid leave and federal holidays for all regular employees. Pleasesee the link below to view the benefits that Coppin State University has to offer.

https://www.coppin.edu/benefits

E-VERIFY STATEMENT

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Coppin State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability status or veteran status. View the EEOC Know Your Rightsposter for more information regarding your rights under the law.

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