Background
This fellowship will allow a graduate student to gain experience in multisite and international project management and possibly other research and scholarship activities designated by the supervisor. Dr. Courtney Sullivan will supervise the graduate student. This fellowship, which can be done remotely, involves a commitment to work 20 hours per week for $9,000 award, OR, 10 hours per week for $4,500 award with the College of Nursing faculty.
Eligibility
- MSU graduate student in good standing who will be enrolled in the Spring 2026 and Summer 2026.
- Graduate student interested in international project management for numerous projects involving the development, pilot testing, and/or implementation of pediatric cancer nursing quality indicators, standards, and competencies who is willing to learn project management tools, analytical methods and software, reference and literature review platforms quickly. Spanish fluency a plus.
Application and Selection Process
Please submit your:
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement (300 to 500 words) of why you are interested in this fellowship
To: Courtney Sullivan, Assistant Professor, College of Nursing, hahncour@msu.edu
The deadline for submission is January 30, 2026. The nurse scientist supervising this position and potentially other team members will review your submitted information. We may also ask for letters of recommendation.
Funding of the Award
The award amount for February 9, 2026, to June 30, 2026 is either $4,500 (10 hours/week) or $9,000 (20 hours/week).
Note: If you have completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, then you should be aware that receipt of a fellowship, scholarship, or assistantship may reduce your eligibility for federal student loans. Similarly, if you have other loans or tuition assistance, such as a sponsorship please consult with Office of Financial Aid prior to applying to determine how this fellowship may impact your funding.
Please contact the Office of Financial Aid at finaid@msu.edu if you have questions. Unlike graduate assistantships, this fellowship does not provide student health insurance or tuition/fee waivers.