Social Sciences, Mathematics, Statistics, Overseas Collegiate Faculty in Lakenheath

University of Maryland Global Campus in Europe (UMGC), a globally focused university serving over 90,000 students worldwide, is seeking experienced faculty to travel and teach America’s soldiers, marines, airmen and sailors, and their family members in degree programs at U.S. military installations in Europe and Asia. This full‑time faculty position offers a twelve‑month renewable contract and requires travel and relocation within the assigned region.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Faculty will teach a minimum of two class sections per session in on‑base education centers that follow UMGC’s 8‑week, 5‑session academic calendar.
• Actively engage students through frequent interaction that motivates them to succeed and conveys genuine enthusiasm for learning.
• Guide students in active collaboration and application of their learning in problem‑ and project‑based learning demonstrations.
• Provide rich, constructive feedback using rubrics effectively for the assessment of student work, and acknowledge student accomplishments.
• Demonstrate relevant and current subject‑matter expertise and help students connect concepts across their academic program.
• Flexibly teach in any classroom modality (face‑to‑face, hybrid, online, or live streaming) as required.
• Participate in peer mentorship, committee service, curriculum development, and community engagement activities such as UMGC Presents, education fairs, and community service.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Applicants must possess a minimum of a master’s degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution; a doctoral degree is preferred.
• Recent college‑level teaching experience and, ideally, teaching approvals in multiple disciplines are required.
• All positions require U.S. citizenship and eligibility for individual logistical support in host countries.
• Candidates must pass a Department of Defense medical/dental screening, background check, and meet the individual logistic support (ILS) requirements.
• Preference will be given to candidates with academic and professional experience in more than one discipline.

BENEFITS

• Time Off: 15 days of sick time per year.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Health care, medical with vision, dental, and prescription plans for individuals and families, effective from the first of the month following hire.
• Insurance Options: Term Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, and Long‑Term Disability Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: For medical and dependent care expenses.
• Retirement Plans: Optional Retirement Program (ORP) or Maryland State Retirement and Pension System (MSRPS).
• Supplemental Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), and various Roth options (no matching funds).
• Tuition Remission: Immediate availability for Collegiate Faculty; spouses and dependent children eligible after two years of service.
• Moving Allowances: May be available based on position terms and agreements.
• Travel Expense Reimbursement: Covers air travel to/from the initial and final assignment destinations.
• Base Pay and Currency Adjustment: Competitive base pay with applicable currency adjustment (CAX) and monthly DoD COLA Index subject to market indices.

EEO AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

The University of Maryland Global Campus 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.

WORKPLACE ACCOMMODATIONS

UMGC is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive working environment for people of all abilities. No qualified individual with a disability shall be excluded from participation or denied benefits based on disability. Applicants seeking accommodations can contact Employee Accommodations at employee‑accommodations@umgc.edu.