Program Coordinator PhD NE Program (Contingent II, Grant-Funded)

Bowie State University; Maryland; On-site; USD 68,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Nursing at Bowie State University seeks a Program Coordinator for the new PhD in Nursing Education. This grant-funded role supports teaching, research, and guidance, reporting to the PI and Department Chair.

Responsibilities include coordinating committees, data tracking, and administrative tasks to advance the program and institutional goals. The position requires a Master's in Nursing (MDs/PhDs preferred), current RN license in Maryland or a compact state, and experience with

Qualifications

• Master's of Science Degree in Nursing (MSN) required; PhD in Nursing preferred.
• Must hold a current nursing license in Maryland, DC, or a compact state.
• Didactic teaching experience at the collegiate level preferred.
• Strong record of clinical expertise and outcomes assessment required.
• Experience with nursing recruitment and retention.

Responsibilities

• Lead recruitment and retention of PhD students.
• Research and publications expected for tenure and promotion.
• Support curriculum development and participate in committees; grant writing, assessment, and advisement.

Skills

Teaching experience

Curriculum development

Research

Grant writing

Education

MSN

PhD in Nursing preferred

Job description

Job Posting

JR101961 Program Coordinator PhD NE Program (Contingent II, Grant-Funded) (Open)

Department

Nursing, JM

Position Type

Non-Regular Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Open Date

07-09-2026

Close Date

$68,000 - $72,000

Job 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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