Data Analytics, Department of Information Technology Adjunct Faculty

Adjunct Faculty Data Analytics

Department of Information Technology University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC)

This position is specifically to teach on-site at San Diego California. Local applicants only; UMGC does not sponsor logistical support for this role.

At UMGC we dont just teach; we empower. Founded in 1947 UMGC is an open-access minority-serving institution serving over 90000 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.

Why Teach with UMGC

• 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 feedbackno unpaid course-building required.
• 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 UMGCs vibrant faculty community including the Program Hub and ongoing training.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Terminal Degree in Data Science Data Analytics Artificial Intelligence or a related field from an accredited institution of higher learning.

• Experience: 3-5 years of professional experience in Data Analytics Data Science and Artificial Intelligence

• Legal Status: Applicants must have and be able to maintain their own legal status in the country in which they apply to teach.
• English Language Proficiency: Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in written and spoken English sufficient to effectively teach course content communicate with students and evaluate academic work in English.

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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching adult learners in an online asynchronous environment.

• Prior postsecondary teaching experience.

• Active engagement in your disciplines 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.

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:

• 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 ()

Hiring Range by Rank and Degree:

Instructor: No Terminal Degree: Step 1 $806 - Step 11 $1050 per credit hour

Assistant Adjunct Professor: No Terminal Degree Step 1 $877 - Step 11 $1127 per credit hour

Assistant Adjunct Professor: Terminal Degree Step 1 $1023 - Step 11 $1288 per credit hour

Associate Adjunct Professor: No Terminal Degree Step 1 $947 - Step 11 $1205 per credit hour

Associate Adjunct Professor: Terminal Degree Step 1 $1202 - Step 11 $1483 per credit hour

Adjunct Professor: No Terminal Degree Step 1 $1023 - Step 11 $1288 per credit hour

Adjunct Professor: Terminal Degree Step 1 $1347 - Step 11 $1645 per credit hour