Weather & Climate, Department of Applied Sciences and Professional Studies - Adjunct Faculty

About this position

University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) seeks adjunct faculty to teach on-site at Fort Sam Houston, TX in the Natural Sciences Program. Specifically, the following course(s): Weather & Climate (NSCI 170): An introduction to the basic principles of atmospheric science. The goal is to use scientific and quantitative reasoning to make informed decisions about topics related to atmospheric science. Topics include the effect of different weather elements (such as temperature, pressure, winds, and humidity) on weather patterns and climate. Discussion also covers weather phenomena such as El Nino, thunderstorms, tornadoes, tropical cyclones, and midlatitude cyclones, as well as the impact of humans on Earth's atmosphere. Required Education and Experience Master's degree in Public Health, Environmental Health, Agricultural science, or related field of learning; and professional experience in a related field. The degree must be from an accredited institution of higher learning. Experience teaching adult learners online and in higher education is strongly preferred. This position is designated to teach on-site at Fort Sam Houston, TX. 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 prioriti

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