Artificial Intelligence (BS Program), Department of Information Technology - Adjunct Faculty

• Master's degree in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Data Analytics, or related field from an accredited institution of higher learning.
• Experience teaching within online higher education settings.
• 3-5 years of professional experience in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and Data Analytics
• This position is specifically to teach on-site at Travis Air Force Base, CA.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Industry Certifications in ML, AI, Data Science from Microsoft, IBM, AWS.

Salary Commensurate with Experience, * Health Coverage: Access to health care, medical with vision, dental, and prescription plans for both individuals and families, effective from the 1st of the month following your hire date. NOTE: Adjuncts are not eligible for the State of Maryland subsidized rates. Adjuncts would be responsible for the total cost if enrolled.

• Insurance Options: Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.
• Supplemental Retirement Plans: include 401(k), 403(b), 457(b), and various Roth options. The university does not provide matching funds.

For additional information please see: SS Adjunct Faculty_2020.pdf (umgc.edu)

Hiring Range by Rank and Degree:

Instructor: No Terminal Degree: Step 1 $806 - Step 11 $1,050 per credit hour

Assistant Adjunct Professor: No Terminal Degree Step 1 $877 - Step 11 $1,127 per credit hour

Assistant Adjunct Professor: Terminal Degree Step 1 $1,023 - Step 11 $1,288 per credit hour

Associate Adjunct Professor: No Terminal Degree Step 1 $947 - Step 11 $1,205 per credit hour

Associate Adjunct Professor: Terminal Degree Step 1 $1,202 - Step 11 $1,483 per credit hour

Adjunct Professor: No Terminal Degree Step 1 $1,023 - Step 11 $1,288 per credit hour

Adjunct Professor: Terminal Degree Step 1 $1,347 - Step 11 $1,645 per credit hour

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UMGC-one of 12 degree-granting institutions in the University System of Maryland (USM)-is a mission- driven institution with seven core values that guide us in all we do. At the top of the list is "Students First," and we strive to do just that for our 90,000 students at home and abroad. From its start in 1947, UMGC has demonstrated its commitment to adult learners. We recognize that adult students need flexibility and options. UMGC is proud to be a global, 24-hour, institution of higher learning. The typical UMGC student is an adult learner juggling a career, family, and other priorities. Roughly 80% work full time, half are parents, and half are minority students. They are continuing their education to better themselves, their families, and their professional opportunities. UMGC is also a leading higher education provider to the U.S. military, enrolling 55,000 active-duty service members, reservists, National Guard members, veterans, and family members annually. We are proud of our military heritage and are committed to this service. The Adjunct Faculty Role at UMGC UMGC is committed to helping students achieve success not only with us, but also in their professional fields. As a result, we actively seek faculty members who are scholar-practitioners: professionals who are actively and successfully engaged in their field who additionally wish to help the next generation of professionals grow in their knowledge and expertise through education. Your role as an adjunct faculty member will be to: * Actively engage students though frequent interaction that motivates them to succeed, and conveys a genuine energy and enthusiasm for their learning. * Guide students in active collaboration and the application of their learning in problem- and project-based learning demonstrations. * Provide rich and regular constructive feedback, utilizing rubrics effectively for the assessment of student work, and acknowledging student accomplishments. * Demonstrate relevant and current subject-matter expertise, and help students connect concepts across their academic program. * Provide feedback to your program chair on possible curricular improvements.