Finance and Economics, Department of Finance and Economics - Adjunct Faculty

Position Overview

Job Title:

Adjunct Faculty, Principles of Macroeconomics (ECON 201)

Institution:
University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC)

Location:

Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota (On‑Site Instruction)

Position Type:
Adjunct / Part‑Time

Compensation:
Salary commensurate with experience (per credit hour)

The University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) seeks qualified adjunct faculty to teach in‑person at Minot Air Force Base, ND, supporting UMGC’s Finance and Economics program. This role is part of UMGC’s mission to serve adult learners and the U.S. military community.

Principles of Macroeconomics (ECON 201) – an introductory course that examines the macroeconomy and applies core macroeconomic theories to real‑world issues. Topics include economic growth and technological innovation, unemployment and inflation, monetary and fiscal policy, and macroeconomic performance and stability.

• Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field from an accredited institution
• Professional experience in Finance, Economics, or a related discipline
• Experience teaching adult learners in higher education and online environments is strongly preferred
• Availability to teach on‑site at Minot Air Force Base, ND

• Terminal (Ph.D.) degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field
• Certified Management Accountant (CMA) certification

• Actively engage students through meaningful and frequent interaction
• Guide collaborative, problem‑based, and project‑based learning experiences
• Provide timely, constructive feedback using assessment rubrics
• Demonstrate current subject‑matter expertise and connect concepts across courses
• Support continuous improvement by providing curricular feedback to program leadership

Instructor (No Terminal Degree): $806 – $1,050

Assistant Adjunct Professor:

• No Terminal Degree: $877 – $1,127
• Terminal Degree: $1,023 – $1,288

Associate Adjunct Professor:

• No Terminal Degree: $947 – $1,205
• Terminal Degree: $1,202 – $1,483

Adjunct Professor:

• No Terminal Degree: $1,023 – $1,288
• Terminal Degree: $1,347 – $1,645

• Health, vision, dental, and prescription coverage (adjuncts pay full cost)
• Term life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Supplemental retirement plans: 401(k), 403(b), 457(b), and Roth options (no employer match)

UMGC is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible work environment. Applicants requiring accommodations may contact employee‑accommodations.

The University of Maryland Global Campus is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, religion, political affiliation, or veteran status.