Adjunct Faculty, Artificial Intelligence, Information Technology

UMGC Ventures

. Teach Artificial Intelligence courses in UMGC’s pre-built, standardized curriculum .

Posted 10/14/2026part-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $1,347 - $1,645 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in teaching Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and Data Analytics in an online, asynchronous format while fostering an inclusive and culturally responsive learning environment for adult learners. Engages actively with students and collaborates with academic staff to support student success.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Terminal Degree In Artificial Intelligence3–5 Years Of Professional Experience In Artificial IntelligenceExperience Teaching Adult Learners OnlineIndustry Certifications In ML, AI, Or Data ScienceStudent-Centered Approach

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Hard Skills

Artificial IntelligenceData ScienceData AnalyticsOnline TeachingCurriculum DevelopmentStudent Engagement MonitoringProactive OutreachFeedback ProvisionGrade PostingAsynchronous Learning

Soft Skills

EmpathyFlexibilityProfessional IntegrityCultural Responsiveness

Tools & Technologies

Data ToolsLearning Management Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

ML CertificationAI CertificationData Science Certification

Industry Keywords

Postsecondary TeachingAdult LearningProfessional Community EngagementAccredited InstitutionNACES-Approved Vendor

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWS

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Teach Artificial Intelligence courses in UMGC’s pre-built, standardized curriculum
Maintain an active classroom presence at least 5 days per week
Introduce yourself with a welcome announcement and drive discussions
Enrich curriculum with professional expertise and real-world examples
Foster an inclusive, culturally responsive environment for adult learners
Respond to learner inquiries and return feedback within expected timeframes
Post final grades within the expected timeframe
Use data tools to monitor student engagement and conduct proactive outreach to at-risk students
Collaborate with success coaches, academic staff, and portfolio directors to refer struggling students to support resources
Participate in UMGC’s faculty community, Program Hub, and ongoing training
Teach 100% online and asynchronously in 8-week sessions for typically 25–35 students

Requirements

What you’ll need

Terminal degree in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Data Analytics, or a related field from an accredited institution of higher learning
3–5 years of professional experience in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and Data Analytics
Applicants must have and be able to maintain their own legal status in the country in which they apply to teach
Deeply student-centered approach rooted in empathy, flexibility, professional integrity, and cultural responsiveness
Industry certifications in ML, AI, or Data Science from Microsoft, IBM, or AWS preferred
Experience teaching adult learners in an online, asynchronous environment preferred
Prior postsecondary teaching experience preferred
Active engagement in the discipline’s professional community preferred
Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Unofficial transcripts
Cover letter highly preferred
International degrees may require translation/degree evaluation from a NACES-approved vendor

Benefits

Comp & perks

Standardized, pre-designed course model with rubrics, OER materials, library resources, and digital textbooks provided at no cost
Comprehensive online orientation for newly hired faculty
Ongoing cost-free professional development opportunities
Health care, medical with vision, dental, and prescription plans for individuals and families
Term Life Insurance
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
Supplemental retirement plans including 401(k), 403(b), 457(b), and Roth options
Workplace accommodations and an inclusive working environment