Artificial Intelligence, Stuttgart, The Undergraduate School - Adjunct Faculty

University of Maryland Global Campus

6d • Remote

About The Position

University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) seeks adjunct faculty to teach in Germany for the Artificial Intelligence Program. UMGC is a mission-driven institution committed to adult learners, providing flexibility and options. The typical UMGC student is an adult learner juggling a career, family, and other priorities, with many working full-time, being parents, and belonging to minority groups. UMGC is also a leading provider to the U.S. military. The Adjunct Faculty Role at UMGC involves being a scholar-practitioner, actively engaged in their field, and dedicated to helping the next generation of professionals grow. This role requires actively engaging students, guiding them in collaboration and application of learning, providing constructive feedback, demonstrating relevant subject-matter expertise, and offering feedback to the program chair on curricular improvements.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science and Analytics or related field from an accredited institution of higher learning.
• 3-5 years of professional experience in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and Data Analytics.
• Local applicants only.
• Applicants must have and be able to maintain their own legal status in the country in which they apply to teach.

Nice To Haves

• Terminal Degree in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science and Analytics or related field from an accredited institution of higher learning.
• Industry Certifications in ML, AI, Data Science from Microsoft, IBM, AWS.
• Experience teaching adult learners online and in higher education is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Actively engage students though 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.

Benefits

• 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. NOTE: Adjuncts are only eligible for State of Maryland benefits. Adjuncts are not eligible for the State of Maryland subsidized rates. Adjuncts would be responsible for the total cost if enrolled.
• Insurance Options: Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.
• Supplemental Retirement Plans: include 403(b), 457(b), and various Roth options. The university does not provide matching funds.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level