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

Rubric Empathy Teaching Mentorship Data Science Data Analysis Adult Education Machine Learning Student Engagement Medical Prescription Information Technology Artificial Intelligence Cultural Responsiveness Student-Centred Learning Balancing (Ledger/Billing), * Focus on Students, Not Course Design: All courses follow a standardized, pre-designed, unified course model. Standardized rubrics, OER materials, library resources, and digital textbooks are fully provided at no cost to you. You get to focus 100% of your energy on mentoring, facilitating, and providing high-quality feedback-no unpaid course-building required.

• True Asynchronous Flexibility: Teach with flexibility, on your own schedule. As long as you meet weekly grading, responsiveness, and engagement milestones, your daily hours are entirely up to you.

• Ongoing Growth: We invest in you. All newly hired faculty receive comprehensive online orientation, alongside ongoing, cost-free professional development opportunities.

The Rhythm of Your Week (Key Responsibilities)

Adjunct faculty bring our pre-built curriculum to life through real-world expertise and active mentorship.

Classroom Engagement & Presence

• Be Visible: Maintain an active classroom presence at least 5 days per week, introducing yourself with a welcome announcement and driving discussions.

• Bridge Theory & Practice: Enrich the pre-built curriculum with your own professional expertise and real-world examples.

• Build Belonging: Foster an inclusive, culturally responsive environment where adult learners feel supported and motivated.

Responsiveness & Feedback

• Stay consistently engaged with learners throughout the course by responding to inquiries, returning feedback, and posting final grades within the expected timeframe.

Proactive Support & Collaboration

• Monitor Progress: Use available data tools to track student engagement and conduct proactive outreach to at-risk students.

• Team Up: Partner with success coaches, academic staff, and portfolio directors to refer struggling students to UMGC support resources.

• Stay Connected: Participate in UMGC’s vibrant faculty community, including the Program Hub and ongoing training.

• Education: Master’s degree in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Data Analytics, or related field from an accredited institution of higher learning.
• Experience: 3-5 years of professional experience in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and Data Analytics.

• Legal Status: Applicants must have and be able to maintain their own legal status in the country in which they apply to teach.

• The Mindset: A deeply student-centered approach rooted in empathy, flexibility, professional integrity, and cultural responsiveness.

Preferred Qualifications:

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

• Experience teaching adult learners in an online, asynchronous environment.

• Prior postsecondary teaching experience.

• Active engagement in your discipline’s professional community.

Materials needed for submission

• Resume/ Curriculum Vitae
• Cover letter highly preferred
• Unofficial Transcripts
• If selected, candidates with international degrees may be required to submit a translation/degree evaluation from a NACES approved vendor

• 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

At UMGC, we don’t just teach; we empower. Founded in 1947, UMGC is an open-access, minority-serving institution serving over 90,000 nontraditional learners worldwide, including a proud, large military-affiliated population. Our students are mature, highly dedicated, and balancing careers, families, and service. As an Adjunct Faculty member, you are the essential partner helping them bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world career success.