Environmental Science and Management, Department of Sciences

Adjunct Faculty

Environmental Science and Management

Department of Sciences

UMGC Stateside

Location: Online

University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) seeks adjunct faculty to teach online in the Environmental Science and Management program. We are interested in scholar practitioners who want to share their experience and knowledge in the environmental management field with non-traditional students. Our courses span the range of environmental management, including pollution prevention, auditing, technologies, ecology, communications, and land, water, and air quality management. We are interested in environmental managers who want to engage with continual learning and have expertise to teach a variety of courses in environmental management. We would like scholar-practitioners from a wide variety of environmental management backgrounds to join our team and think critically about what it means to be effective environmental managers today and into the future.  

Required Education and Experience 

• Master's degree in environmental health, sustainability, environmental engineering, ecology and earth sciences, environmental policy, or a related field from an accredited institution of higher learning. PhD or other terminal degree preferred.  

• Professional experience in the environmental field, including project management.  

• Certifications as QEP (Qualified Environmental Professional), CEA (Certified Environmental Auditor), CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist), CHMM (Certified Hazardous Materials Manager), CSP (Certified Safety Professional) or other environmental management-related certifications are a plus.  

• Experience teaching adult learners online and in higher education is strongly preferred. 

Materials needed for submission

• Resume/ Curriculum Vitae  

• Cover letter  

• If selected, candidates with international degrees may be required to submit translation/ degree evaluation from a NACES approved vendor.  

Who We Are and Who We Serve

UMGC—one of 12 degree-granting institutions in the University System of Maryland (USM)—is a mission-driven institution with seven core values that guide us in all we do. At the top of the list is "Students First,” and we strive to do just that for our 90,000 students at home and abroad. From its start in 1947, UMGC has demonstrated its commitment to adult learners. We recognize that adult students need flexibility and options. UMGC is proud to be a global, 24-hour, institution of higher learning.  

The typical UMGC student is an adult learner juggling a career, family, and other priorities. Roughly 80% work full time, half are parents, and half are minority students. They are continuing their education to better themselves, their families, and their professional opportunities. UMGC is also a leading higher education provider to the U.S. military, enrolling 55,000 active-duty service members, reservists, National Guard members, veterans, and family members annually. We are proud of our military heritage and are committed to the service of helping military students earn the skills needed to transition to civilian life.  

The Adjunct Faculty Role at UMGC

UMGC is committed to helping students achieve success not only with us, but also in their professional fields. As a result, we actively seek faculty members who are scholar-practitioners: professionals who are actively and successfully engaged in their field who additionally wish to help the next generation of professionals grow in their knowledge and expertise through education.  Your role as an adjunct faculty member will be to:  

• 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 director and course chair on possible curricular improvements.  

The Environmental Science and Management program at UMGC

Please visit the following links to learn more about this program, which offers both M.S. and B.S., including its description, outcomes, and coursework: 

M.S.:

B.S.:

Faculty Training at UMGC

We are committed to your professional success at UMGC. Each new faculty member is required to successfully complete our online two-week new faculty orientation, FacDev 411, as a condition of hire.  

Position Available and will Remain Open until Filled

Salary Commensurate with Experience

Adjunct faculty candidates will be required to provide official transcripts during the candidate selection process.  

All submissions should include a cover letter and resume. UMGC offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits for qualifying positions, such as tuition remission, generous leave and healthcare. For detailed benefits information, please visit: .