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Drones and Autonomous Systems - Department of Applied Sciences and Professional Studies - Adjunct Faculty

  2025-11-07     University of Maryland Global Campus     Spokane,WA  
Description:

Adjunct Faculty

University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) seeks adjunct faculty to teach online in the Homeland Security & Emergency Management programs as well as in the Drones and Autonomous Systems program.

Required Education and Experience:

  • A minimum of a Master's degree in Homeland Security, Intelligence, and Emergency Management, Criminal Justice, Public Safety or related field from an accredited institution of higher learning.
  • Professional experience and knowledge about topics related to unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) and drone operations, FAA regulations, emerging technologies and various emergency management, public safety and commercial applications.
  • Experience teaching adult learners online and in higher education is strongly preferred.
  • This position is specific to teach remotely.

Preferred Education and Experience:

  • Terminal Degree in Homeland Security, National Security, Intelligence, Emergency Management or related field from an accredited institution of higher learning.
  • Five-to-ten years of professional managerial, operations and/or staff experience in related field preferred.
  • Ability to prepare teaching materials for students and community members from non-technical backgrounds.

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:

    • 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.

    The Homeland Security, Intelligence and Emergency Management, Criminal Justice and Public Safety Programs at UMGC:

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


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