Adjunct Faculty - Principles of Macroeconomics (Minot AFB)

About the role

UMGC is hiring an Adjunct Faculty member to teach Principles of Macroeconomics (ECON 201) on site at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota. The course is an introduction to the macroeconomy, covering economic growth, technological innovation, unemployment, inflation and the roles of monetary and fiscal policy. Only local applicants are considered, and UMGC does not sponsor logistical support.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain an active classroom presence at least 5 days per week, introducing yourself and driving discussion
• Enrich the pre-built curriculum with your own professional expertise and real-world examples
• Foster an inclusive, culturally responsive environment for adult learners
• Respond to learner inquiries, return feedback and post final grades within the expected timeframe
• Track student engagement with data tools and proactively reach out to at-risk students
• Partner with success coaches, academic staff and portfolio directors to refer struggling students to support resources
• Take part in the faculty community, including the Program Hub and ongoing training

Required profile

• Master's degree in Finance, Economics or a related field from an accredited institution
• Professional experience in Finance, Economics or a related field
• Own legal status in the country of application, maintainable while teaching
• Written and spoken English proficiency sufficient to teach and evaluate in English
• Student-centered approach rooted in empathy, flexibility, professional integrity and cultural responsiveness

Preferred: terminal degree in Finance or Economics, CMA certification, experience teaching adult learners in an online, asynchronous setting, prior postsecondary teaching experience and active professional engagement.

What we offer

• Pay by rank and degree, starting at Step 1 (e.g., Instructor without a terminal degree $806-$1,050 per credit hour)
• Health coverage for individuals and families, term life insurance and supplemental retirement plans (no employer match)
• Online orientation and ongoing, cost-free professional development
• Courses follow a standardized model with rubrics, OER materials and digital textbooks provided at no cost