On-Site Biology & Nutrition Adjunct in Guam

University of Maryland Global Campus; Guam; On-site; USD 1,267,000 - 1,643,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Insurance Options

Supplemental Retirement Plans

Job summary

University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) seeks adjunct faculty to teach on-site in Guam for the Biology and/or Nutrition programs. The role involves engaging adult learners, providing feedback, and collaborating with program chairs to ensure academic standards are met.

Applicants must hold a Master’s degree in Biology or Nutrition and have professional experience in the field; previous online teaching experience is strongly preferred. Local residency is required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Biology, Nutrition, or related field from an accredited institution of higher learning.
• Professional experience in Biology, Nutrition, or related field.
• Experience teaching adult learners online and in higher education is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Actively engage students through frequent interaction that motivates them to succeed.
• 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.
• 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

Biology

Nutrition

Adult learning

Education

Master's degree in Biology or Nutrition

Job description

University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) seeks adjunct faculty to teach on-site in Guam for the Biology and/or Nutrition programs. The role involves engaging adult learners, providing feedback, and collaborating with program chairs to ensure academic standards are met.

Applicants must hold a Master’s degree in Biology or Nutrition and have professional experience in the field; previous online teaching experience is strongly preferred. Local residency is required.