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Academic Clinical Program Management Specialist

UIOWA


Job Location:

Iowa, IA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 17 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 14 August 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
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Job Summary

The College of Nursing at the University of Iowa is seeking an Academic Clinical Program Management Specialist. This position supports the University of Iowas College of Nursing advising initiatives for graduate will require occasional time outside of the 8:00 am 5:00 pm workday to support advising and success initiatives and other events which may include evening commitments.

Key Areas of Responsibilities

Academic Planning and Student Advising

  • Develop deliver and assess orienation programs that align with the expectations of the University and College of Nursing.
  • Assess and improve delivery of academic advising for students in nursing programs to ensure student success and preparation for a successful transition to professional and/or advanced practice.
  • Utilize Power BI database to project course enrollments and provide reports to faculty.
  • Manage academic progression processes for students including academic probation and dismissal.

Student Growth Development and Success

  • Serve as the Graduate Coordinator for the College of Nursing.
  • Communicate standards and policies to prospective and current students.
  • Annually review and assess respective program student handbooks; recommend updates as needed.

Advocacy from the Advising Perspective

  • Assess communications of essential information to ensure student success and make changes to improve content and process.
  • Identify key campus partners or external stakeholders collaborate to develop communication plans and assess outcomes to ensure successful communication.

Communications Management

  • Serve as special advisors within Assemblies and provide administrative support.
  • Composeoriginalcorrespondencerequiringdiscretionandjudgment.

Student Retention

  • Develop advising program outcomes or other resources to foster student success using evidence-based practices.
  • Assess advising program outcomes identify gaps and recommend opportunities to foster student success.

Strategic Staffing and Professional Development

  • Coordinate and/or deliver ongoing advising training for advising program team.
  • Maintain an advising handbook on the Felton Student Success Center Teams site.

Management and Budget Oversight

  • Develop and monitor the operational budget for the advising program.
  • Initiate purchasing requests for supplies and equipment.

Operational Support and Management

  • Serve as back-up reception support for the Felton Student Success Center as needed.

About the College of Nursing

The University of Iowa College of Nursing isa top-ranked nationally recognized institution that prepares nurses for clinical practice research and healthcare leadership with a rich history dating back to 1898. The college offers comprehensive BSN MSN and DNP programs leveraging advanced simulation labs and a partnership with theUniversity of Iowa Health Careto provide rigorous evidence-based education. Graduates of the program are sought after as highly skilled professionals who have received rigorous education of the highest quality.

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Required Qualifications

  • Bachelorsdegreeoranequivalentcombinationofeducationandexperience is required.
  • Typically one year or more of current experience in program management or secondary education.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills;demonstrated by the ability to effectively transmit receive and accuratelyinterpret ideas information and needs through appropriate communication methods and behaviors to provide excellent customer service and maintain working relationships.
  • Ability to perform duties in a team-oriented fast paced ever-changing work environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to work under pressure prioritize tasks multitask be detail oriented and meet tight deadlines.
  • Proficiency in computer software applications such as Microsoft Office. (Ex. Word Outlook PowerPoint Excel Zoom and Social Media)
  • Valid drivers license and ability to meet and maintain UI Fleet Standards.

Desired Qualifications

  • Academic advising at an academic institution (community college or four-year institution)
  • Prior experience in event planning
  • KnowledgeofandexperiencewithUniversityofIowapoliciesandprocedures

Application Details
In order to be considered for an interview applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a Relevant File to the submission:

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For questions contact Adrian Cunningham at

Benefits Highlights
Regular salaried position. Pay Level 4A. Located in Iowa City Iowa.
Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health dental life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
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About Iowa
Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community where your work directly impacts education research and student success. Enjoy exceptional health coverage university-paid life insurance robust retirement plans and generous leave policies. Benefit from 24/7 support services well-being resources and access to UI Health Care specialists. Grow professionally with advanced training leadership development and tuition assistance. Iowa City offers a great quality of life with world-class performances at Hancher Auditorium Big Ten athletics top-ranked public schools and outdoor recreation. Join us in making a difference at a leading Big Ten university and premier public research institution.

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