University of Maryland Global Campus is hiring: Advanced Technical Writing, Depa

Adjunct Faculty

Advanced Technical Writing

Department of Education and Professional Studies

UMGC Stateside

Location: Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA

University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) seeks adjunct faculty to teach on-site at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA for the Writing program. This adjunct position will be utilized for teaching throughout the full academic calendar year. We are seeking faculty able to teach academic, technical, and business writing, with a special need for the following course.

Advanced Technical Writing (WRTG 393):

A comprehensive, project-based study of applied technical writing. The aim is to design and develop appropriate and effective technical documents using strategies and technologies for a variety of audiences.

Required Education and Experience:

• Master's degree in English or a related field from an accredited institution of higher learning.
• Professional experience in English or related field.
• Experience teaching adult learners online and in higher education is strongly preferred.
• This position is specifically to teach on-site at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Terminal degree in English or related field from an accredited institution of higher learning.

Materials needed for submission

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Cover letter highly preferred
• If selected, candidates with international degrees may be required to submit a translation/degree evaluation from a NACES approved vendor.

The Adjunct Faculty Role at UMGC

UMGC is committed to helping students achieve success not only with us, but also in their professional fields. As a result, we actively seek faculty members who are scholar-practitioners: professionals who are actively and successfully engaged in their field who additionally wish to help the next generation of professionals grow in their knowledge and expertise through education. Your role as an adjunct faculty member will be to:

• 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.

Position Available and will Remain Open until Filled

Salary Commensurate with Experience

Adjunct faculty candidates will be required to provide official transcripts during the candidate selection process.

The University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination.

Workplace Accommodations:

The University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) is committed to creating and maintaining a welcoming and inclusive working environment for people of all abilities.

Benefits Package Highlights:

• Health Coverage: Access to health care, medical with vision, dental, and prescription plans for both individuals and families, effective from the 1st of the month following your hire date.
• Insurance Options: Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.
• Supplemental Retirement Plans: include 401(k), 403(b), 457(b), and various Roth options.

Hiring Range by Rank and Degree:

Instructor: No Terminal Degree: Step 1 $806 - Step 11 $1,050 per credit hour

Assistant Adjunct Professor: No Terminal Degree Step 1 $877 - Step 11 $1,127 per credit hour

Assistant Adjunct Professor: Terminal Degree Step 1 $1,023 - Step 11 $1,288 per credit hour

Associate Adjunct Professor: No Terminal Degree Step 1 $947 - Step 11 $1,205 per credit hour

Associate Adjunct Professor: Terminal Degree Step 1 $1,202 - Step 11 $1,483 per credit hour

Adjunct Professor: No Terminal Degree Step 1 $1,023 - Step 11 $1,288 per credit hour

Adjunct Professor: Terminal Degree Step 1 $1,347 - Step 11 $1,645 per credit hour