Collegiate Faculty, Teaching and Learning (TL), Doctor of Business

Collegiate Faculty Teaching and Learning (TL) Doctor of Business Administration

Department of Operations Innovation and Leadership

School of Business

12-Month Collegiate Faculty

Location: Adelphi MD (Hybrid)

Summary:

The Collegiate Faculty Teaching & Learning (TL) position fosters excellence in instruction pedagogy and the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL). Reporting to the Associate Dean this faculty member serves as a thought leader and mentor in evidence-based teaching practices directly supporting UMGCs mission to deliver high-quality student-centered learning TL faculty has a deep understanding of the entirety of the student experience inclusive of the associated support and co-curricular services provided by teams outside the school and outside of GALE (Global Academic and Leadership Enterprise) and leverages that knowledge to collaborate in ensuring a cohesive supported and consistent learner experience.

By teaching 18 credits annually and leading peer evaluations the TL Faculty ensures instructional quality and supports continuous improvement across the academic portfolio. Success in this role is measured by the ability to elevate instructional practices disseminate research-informed strategies and mentor peers to achieve excellence in teaching and student outcomes.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach 18 credits per academic year in the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program demonstrating instructional effectiveness and engagement with diverse learners in online environments.

• Serve as a faculty lead for the peer evaluation process establishing expectations coaching colleagues and synthesizing findings to improve instructional performance.

• Conduct and disseminate Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) projects that align with strategic academic goals and contribute to pedagogical innovation across the school.

• Collaborate with the Integrative Learning Design (ILD) team to evaluate instructional strategies and integrate learning science into course content and teaching practices.

• Perform product reviews of Corporate Learning Solutions (CLS) offerings ensuring alignment with academic rigor and workforce relevance.

• Collaborate with the Faculty Affairs and Scheduling Team (FAST) to develop and deliver faculty development resources and workshops that support instructional improvement and the adoption of emerging teaching technologies.

• Partner with assessment faculty and curriculum teams to use learning analytics for continuous improvement in student learning and course success.

• Maintain active engagement in discipline-related professional associations conferences and communities of practice to ensure up-to-date pedagogical expertise.

• Contribute to a culture of teaching excellence by mentoring adjunct faculty and leading initiatives related to instructional quality and inclusive pedagogy.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Associate Dean including participation in school-wide instructional initiatives and teaching-related working groups.

Competencies:

• Disciplinary knowledge in the portfolio area

• Teaching excellence and innovation

• Adult and online learning expertise

• Peer mentorship and coaching

• Scholarship of Teaching and Learning

• Data-informed instructional improvement

• Communication and collaboration

Skills:

• Instructional design literacy

• Facilitation of faculty peer evaluations

• Academic writing and research dissemination

• Online course engagement techniques

• Data analysis for teaching improvement

• Workshop and training development

Key Collaborators:

• Associate Dean: To align faculty development and instructional quality goals with broader portfolio strategies and student success objectives.

• Fellow Teaching & Learning Collegiate Faculty: To collaborate on cross-functional teaching innovations instructional reviews and peer evaluations.

• Assessment & Evaluation Collegiate Faculty: To integrate learning analytics into teaching strategies and ensure alignment with program-level learning outcomes.

• Course Development & Administration Collegiate Faculty: To identify course-level improvements within portfolio clusters to enhance the teaching and learning experience.

• Faculty Affairs and Scheduling Team (FAST): To support faculty onboarding evaluation and development in alignment with university standards.

• Integrative Learning Design (ILD): To embed evidence-based practices into course design and support continuous improvement of teaching materials.

• Student Affairs and Advising Teams: To promote cohesive learner experiences and support students with effective teaching strategies and communication.

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements:

• Education: Doctorate in Business Administration or Doctorate in a discipline taught in the DBA program from a Business School or College at an accredited institution.

• Experience: Demonstrated ability to get things done. Minimum of 8 years of academic professional or teaching experience including at least 3 years of teaching.

Preferred Education & Experience Requirements:

• Education: Same as required

• Experience: Experience with the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning peer evaluation leadership adjunct faculty support and teaching in asynchronous online environments.

• Discipline-related work experience in non-academic environments is desired.

Work environment and physical demands:

• Work is typically performed in a hybrid academic environment.

• The role requires engagement in faculty collaboration instructional development and research activities.

All submissions should include a cover letter and resume.

The University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. UMGC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin age marital status sex sexual orientation gender identity gender expression disability religion ancestry political affiliation or veteran status in employment educational programs and activities and admissions.

Workplace Accommodations:

The University of Maryland Global Campus Global Campus (UMGC) is committed to creating and maintaining a welcoming and inclusive working environment for people of all abilities. UMGC is dedicated to the principle that no qualified individual with a disability shall based on disability be excluded from participation in or be denied the benefits of the services programs or activities of the University or be subjected to discrimination. For information about UMGCs Reasonable Workplace Accommodation Policy or to request an accommodation applicants/candidates can contact Employee Accommodations via email at.

Benefits Package Highlights:

• Generous Time Off:Enjoy 22 days of paid vacation 15 days of sick leave 3 personal days and 15 paid holidays (16 during general election years).
• Comprehensive 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.
• Insurance Options:Term Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts:Available for medical and dependent care expenses.
• Retirement Plans:Choose between the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) or the Maryland State Retirement and Pension System (MSRPS).
• Supplemental Retirement Plans: include 401(k) 403(b) 457(b) and various Roth options. The university does not provide matching funds.
• Tuition Remission:Immediate availability for Collegiate Faculty. Spouses and dependent children are eligible for undergraduate tuition remission after two years of service.

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