Adjunct Faculty - Physical Geology (Fort Gordon, GA)

About the role

UMGC is hiring an Adjunct Faculty member to teach Physical Geology (GEOL 100) on site at Fort Gordon, Georgia. The course is an introduction to geology covering rocks, minerals, Earth's structure, surface processes and energy and mineral resources. Only local applicants are considered, and UMGC does not sponsor travel or relocation.

Key responsibilities

• Teach the pre-designed Physical Geology course, keeping an active classroom presence at least 5 days per week and welcoming students each session.
• Enrich the standard curriculum with your own professional expertise and real-world examples.
• Foster an inclusive, culturally responsive environment for adult learners.
• Respond to student inquiries, return feedback and post final grades within the expected timeframe.
• Track student progress with data tools, reach out proactively to at-risk students and refer them to support resources with success coaches and academic staff.
• Take part in the faculty community, including the Program Hub and ongoing training.

Required profile

• Master's degree in Geology, Earth Science or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Professional experience in Geology, Earth Science or a related field.
• Legal status in the country of application that can be maintained while teaching.
• Written and spoken English proficiency sufficient to teach and evaluate work.
• A student-centered approach grounded in empathy, flexibility, professional integrity and cultural responsiveness.
• Preferred: experience teaching adult learners in an online, asynchronous setting, prior postsecondary teaching experience and active involvement in the discipline's professional community.

What we offer

• Courses follow a standardized model with rubrics, OER materials, library resources and digital textbooks provided at no cost.
• Newly hired faculty receive online orientation and ongoing, cost-free professional development.
• Pay ranges by rank and degree, starting at Step 1 (e.g., Assistant Adjunct Professor, terminal degree: $1,023-$1,288 per credit hour).
• Health, vision, dental and prescription coverage, term life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and supplemental retirement plans (no employer match).