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

Adjunct Faculty

Drones and Autonomous Systems

Department of Applied Sciences and Professional Studies

UMGC Stateside

Location: Stateside Remote

University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) seeks adjunct faculty to teach remotely in the Drones and Autonomous Systems program. Specifically, the following couerse(s):

Unmanned Aircraft Certification (DRON 320):

This course will prepare students to take the FAA Remote Pilot Small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) Knowledge Test. After passing the test, the student may apply to the FAA for the Remote Pilot certification. Knowledge areas covered include regulations, airspace, operating requirements, weather, weight and balance, radio communications, airport operations, emergency procedures, aeronautical decision making, physiology, and maintenance and inspection procedures.

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.

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 this service.

The Adjunct Faculty Role at UMGC

UMUC 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 chair on possible curricular improvements.

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

Please visit the following links to learn more about these programs, including its description, outcomes, and coursework: Public Safety | UMGC

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

All submissions should include a cover letter and resume.