Job description

Job Number: JR101554

Job Posting:
JR101554 Assistant Professor (Open)
Department:
Doctor of Nursing Practice , PM
Position Type:
Regular
Close Date:
04-03-2026

$100,000 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 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

• A Doctoral Degree in Nursing required or in public health or a health-related field from an accredited institution.
• Nationally certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP).
• Eligibility for Maryland, DC and VA RN and NP Licensure.
• A minimum of 1 year teaching experience.
• Recent clinical experience in the specialty area.

EXPERIENCE

• Demonstrated clinical experience as an advanced practice nurse in a primary care setting.
• 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 or 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.
• Process 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.

Conditions of Employment:

• Operate personal computer and audio-visual equipment.
• Stand or sit for up to one to three hours at a time.
• Fly or drive to off-site meetings or conferences or to observe subjects in project.
• Move around campus for classes and meeting.
• Other requirements as specified by a job description.

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. Please see the link below to view the benefits that Coppin State University has to offer.

https://www.coppin.edu/benefits

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How to apply

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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 Rights poster for more information regarding your rights under the law.

If you experience difficulties utilizing the online application system or you require reasonable accommodations during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]. Please note that only inquiries regarding a request for reasonable accommodation or system issues will be responded to when contacting this e-mail account. Reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Note: The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires that we employ only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. New employees must present documents verifying identity and right to accept employment (see Form I9). No one will be placed on the University’s payroll until all employment procedures are fully satisfied. Information contained on this position announcement is subject to correction as a result of typographical error, omission, or changes resulting from institutional restructuring and/or funding.
Coppin State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution which provides educational and employment opportunities on the basis of merit and without discrimination or harassment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability.
Reasonable accommodation may be requested for the hiring process, as necessary, by calling 410-951-3666.