Biology Adjunct Instructor — On‑Site at Misawa (Japan)

Asia; United States; On-site; USD 10,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

UMGC Asia in Misawa, Japan seeks an Adjunct Faculty member to teach Biology on-site at Misawa Air Base. Local applicants only; role requires on-location responsibilities and reliable travel to work sites. The candidate will mentor adult learners, provide high-quality feedback, and participate in campus-adjacent activities.

The position emphasizes student-centered pedagogy, flexible instruction, and collaboration with success coaches and academic staff, across formats and locations.

Qualifications

• Education: A master’s degree in Biology or closely related field.
• Experience: Relevant academic and/or professional experience in the field.
• Legal Status: Applicants must have and be able to maintain their own legal status in the country in which they apply to teach.
• Mindset: Student-centered approach with empathy, flexibility and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an active classroom presence at Misawa, delivering on-site instruction five days a week.
• Bridge theory and practice with real-world examples and professional expertise.
• Foster an inclusive, culturally responsive learning environment.
• Provide timely feedback, monitor progress, and post final grades within the timeframe.
• Collaborate with success coaches and staff to support at-risk students.
• Engage with the UMGC faculty community and participate in ongoing training.
• Deliver courses across formats (face-to-face, online, hybrid) as assigned.

Skills

Mastery of Biology concepts

Education

Master's degree in Biology

Job description

UMGC Asia in Misawa, Japan seeks an Adjunct Faculty member to teach Biology on-site at Misawa Air Base. Local applicants only; role requires on-location responsibilities and reliable travel to work sites. The candidate will mentor adult learners, provide high-quality feedback, and participate in campus-adjacent activities.

The position emphasizes student-centered pedagogy, flexible instruction, and collaboration with success coaches and academic staff, across formats and locations.