Data Analytics, Department of Information Technology - Adjunct Faculty

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 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.

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.

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

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

• Experience teaching adult learners in an online, asynchronous environment.
• Prior postsecondary teaching experience.
• Active engagement in your discipline's professional community.

• 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…