Artificial Intelligence, Lakenheath, The Undergraduate School -

Adjunct Faculty, Artificial Intelligence

Location: Lakenheath, United Kingdom.

University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) seeks adjunct faculty to teach in the United Kingdom for the Artificial Intelligence Program.

Required Education and Experience

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• Master's degree in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science and Analytics or related field from an accredited institution of higher learning.
  
• 3-5 years of professional experience in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and Data Analytics.
  
• Local applicants only. Adjunct faculty positions are not eligible for UMGC sponsored logistical support. Applicants must have and be able to maintain base access and their own legal status in the country in which they apply to teach.
  

Preferred Education and Experience

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• Terminal Degree in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science and Analytics or related field from an accredited institution of higher learning.
  
• Industry Certifications in ML, AI, Data Science from Microsoft, IBM, AWS.
  
• Experience teaching adult learners online and in higher education is strongly preferred.
  

Materials needed for submission

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• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
  
• Cover letter (highly preferred)
  
• Unofficial transcripts for all conferred graduate degrees with conferral date (or credential evaluations)
  
• Part of the selection process includes providing official transcripts.
  
• If your degrees were earned from an institution(s) outside the US: UMGC requires a 3rd party credit evaluation from a NACES approved vendor.
  

Who We Are and Who We Serve

UMGC is one of 12 degree‑granting institutions in the University System of Maryland (USM) and a mission‑driven institution guided by seven core values, with “Students First” at the top. With 90,000 students worldwide, UMGC is committed to adult learners, offering flexibility and 24‑hour access. The university also serves a large military community, enrolling 55,000 active service members, reservists, National Guard members, veterans, and family members annually.

Role and Responsibilities

Your role as an adjunct faculty member will be to:

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• Actively engage students through frequent interaction that motivates them to succeed, conveying 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 the program chair on possible curricular improvements.
  

Artificial Intelligence Courses at UMGC

Please visit the UMGC website to learn more about the program, including its description, outcomes, and coursework.

Faculty Training at UMGC

All new faculty must successfully complete the online new‑faculty orientation, FacDev 122, as a condition of hire.

Position Availability

Position available and will remain open until filled.

Salary: Commensurate with experience.

All submissions should include a cover letter and resume.

Hiring Range by Degree:

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• Non‑PhD: Step 1 $903 – Step 16 $1,173 per credit hour
  
• PhD: Step 1 $931 – Step 16 $1,215 per credit hour
  

Workplace Accommodations

UMGC is committed to creating and maintaining a welcoming and inclusive working environment for people of all abilities. No qualified individual with a disability shall, based on disability, be excluded from participation in or be denied the benefits of the services, programs or activities of the University, or be subjected to discrimination. For information about UMGC's Reasonable Workplace Accommodation Policy or to request an accommodation, contact the Employee Accommodations office.

Benefits Package Highlights

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• Health Coverage: Access to health care, medical with vision, dental, and prescription plans for both individuals and families, effective from the 1st of the month following your hire date. Adjuncts are only eligible for State of Maryland benefits. Adjuncts are not eligible for the State of Maryland subsidized rates and would be responsible for the total cost if enrolled.
  
• Insurance Options: Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.
  
• Supplemental Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), and various Roth options, with no matching funds from the university.
  

For additional information please see UMGC Benefits Overview for Overseas Adjunct Faculty.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) 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.