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University of Maryland Global CampusPosted 2 months ago

Biology and Nutrition, Yokota, The Undergraduate School - Adjunct Faculty

On-siteYokota, Tokyo, Japan

Part TimeMid LevelMasters DegreeLarge

Job Summary

Adjunct Faculty in Biology and/or Nutrition in UMGC Asia (Yokota AB, Japan) with on-site teaching responsibility. Responsibilities include actively engaging students, guiding collaborative and project-based learning, providing frequent constructive feedback using rubrics, demonstrating subject-matter expertise, and communicating curricular insights to the program chair. The role requires a Master’s degree in Biology, Nutrition, or related field, professional experience in the disciplines, and experience teaching adult learners in higher education (online experience strongly preferred). Local applicants only; candidates must maintain their own legal status in the country of teaching. Roles include orientation and adherence to UMGC Asia teaching standards; salary is commensurate with experience and is described per credit hour for adjunct compensation in associated materials. Benefits and work environment outlined, with emphasis on flexibility for adult learners and military-affiliated student populations.

Required Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Biology, Nutrition, or related field from an accredited institution
  • Professional experience in Biology, Nutrition, or related field
  • Experience teaching adult learners online and in higher education is strongly preferred
  • Local applicants only
  • Ability to maintain legal status in the country of teaching
  • Materials submission: resume/CV, cover letter preferred, unofficial transcripts
  • Possibility of translation/degree evaluation for international degrees from a NACES-approved vendor if selected
  • Completion of online new faculty orientation (FacDev 122) as a condition of hire

Additional Requirements

  • Local applicants only
  • Must have and be able to maintain their own legal status in the country in which they apply to teach
  • Adjuncts not eligible for UMGC-sponsored logistical support

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