Position Overview
Adjunct Faculty - Sociology and Behavioral Sciences (Undergraduate School) – UMGC Europe, Illesheim, Germany. Teaching on‑site for the Sociology and Behavioral Sciences programs.
Required Education and Experience
• Master’s degree in Sociology, Behavioral Sciences, or related field from an accredited institution of higher learning.
• Professional experience in Sociology, Behavioral Sciences or related field.
• Experience teaching adult learners online and in higher education is strongly preferred.
• Local applicants only. Adjunct faculty positions are not eligible for UMGC sponsored logistical support. Applicants must maintain their own legal status in the country in which they apply to teach.
Submission Materials
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Cover letter (highly preferred)
- Unofficial transcripts for all conferred graduate degrees with conferral date (or credential evaluations). Official transcripts must also be provided. For degrees earned outside the US a 3rd‑party credit evaluation from a NACES approved vendor is required.
Adjunct Faculty Responsibilities
- Actively engage students through frequent interaction that motivates them to succeed and conveys genuine energy and enthusiasm for learning.
- Guide students in active collaboration and the application of learning in problem‑ and project‑based learning demonstrations.
- Provide rich and regular constructive feedback, utilizing rubrics effectively for 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.
Salary
Salary commensurate with experience. Hiring range:
- Non‑PhD: Step 1 $903 – Step 16 $1,173 per credit hour.
- PhD: Step 1 $931 – Step 16 $1,215 per credit hour.
Appointment Conditions
Each new faculty member is required to successfully complete our online new faculty orientation, FacDev 122, as a condition of hire.
Equal Opportunity and Accommodations
The University of Maryland Global Campus is an equal‑opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. UMGC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, ancestry, political affiliation or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Workplace accommodations: UMGC is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. For information about UMGC’s Reasonable Workplace Accommodation Policy or to request an accommodation, applicants–candidates can contact Employee Accommodations via email at employee‑accommodations@umgc.edu.
Benefits Overview
- Health coverage (medical with vision, dental, and prescription plans for individuals and families, effective from the first of the month following hire date).
- Adjuncts are only eligible for State of Maryland benefits (not subsidized rates; adjuncts responsible for cost if enrolled).
- Insurance options: Term Life and Accidental Death & Disability.
- Retirement: 403(b), 457(b), various Roth options (no matching funds).
Program Information
For more information on the programs, visit https://europe.umgc.edu/online-degrees/course-information/listing.socy and https://europe.umgc.edu/online-degrees/course-information/listing.behs.
