Biological Science Adjunct Instructor — On-Site in Japan

Asia; United States; On-site; USD 1,240,000 - 1,653,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) seeks adjunct faculty to teach on-site in Japan in the Biological Science program. Misawa Air Base, Japan, is available for local applicants with a master’s degree in Biological Science and professional experience in the field.

Preferred candidates have experience teaching adult learners in higher education and can maintain their own legal status in the teaching country. Applications require resume, cover letter, and transcripts.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Biological Science or related field from an accredited institution.
• Professional experience in Biological Science or related field.
• Experience teaching adult learners online and in higher education is strongly preferred.
• Local applicants only.
• Applicants must have and be able to maintain their own legal status in the country in which they apply to teach.

Responsibilities

• Actively engage students through frequent interaction that motivates them to succeed, and conveys a genuine energy and enthusiasm for their learning.
• Guide students in active collaboration and the application of their learning in problem- and project-based learning demonstrations.
• Provide rich and regular constructive feedback, utilizing rubrics effectively for the assessment of student work, and acknowledging student accomplishments.
• Demonstrate relevant and current subject-matter expertise, and help students connect concepts across their academic program.
• Provide feedback to your program chair on possible curricular improvements.

Skills

Adult education experience

On-site teaching

Education

Master’s degree in Biological Science

Job description

University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) seeks adjunct faculty to teach on-site in Japan in the Biological Science program. Misawa Air Base, Japan, is available for local applicants with a master’s degree in Biological Science and professional experience in the field.

Preferred candidates have experience teaching adult learners in higher education and can maintain their own legal status in the teaching country. Applications require resume, cover letter, and transcripts.