Adjunct Faculty - MyPath Programs – Business Administration and Organizational Leadership (Remote)

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ABOUT US

University of Massachusetts Global is a private, nonprofit affiliate of the University of Massachusetts, created to help working adults change their lives through flexible, high-quality education built for real life. Regionally accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) and recognized by U.S. News & World Report among the Best Online Programs for 13 consecutive years (2013–2025), the university has a long track record of online innovation. Students across 49 states and internationally can upskill, reskill, and move forward without putting life on hold through technology-enabled, real-world learning.​ With 55+fully online, career-focused programs designed around the realities of work, family, and constant change, we remain ever-focused on developing future-ready learners who can thrive in a rapidly shifting world.

This position is open to candidates who currently reside in one of the following approved states from which the role may be performed remotely: Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin.

ABOUT THE ROLE

School of Business and Professional Studies

MyPath Programs – Business Administration and Organizational Leadership

Position Overview:

UMass Global is seeking several experienced Adjunct Faculty members to assess courses in our Bachelors and Masters programs in Business Administration and Organizational Leadership, including certificates and undergraduate core curriculum. This role focuses on evaluating learning and supporting students in UMass Global’s MyPath, a competency-based education (CBE) model where students progress in a self-paced format. We are seeking qualified professionals with an understanding of competency-based education and self-paced formats for a range of courses.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate formative and summative assessments using rubrics.
• Apply discipline expertise to determine mastery of learning outcomes.
• Provide timely, detailed, and constructive feedback using a prescribed feedback model that guides students toward mastery.
• Engage effectively with students through various channels (discussions, announcements, 1:1 support, and occasional synchronous sessions)
• Support a diverse student body, including multi-lingual learners, by adapting assessment and intervention strategies to promote equity and accessibility.
• Collaborate with colleagues and academic leadership to ensure consistency, rigor and fairness in assessment practices.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience in Competency-Based Education
• Master's in Adult or Workforce Education or
• Master's in Humanities/English/Communication or
• Master's or certification in Healthcare Quality and Safety or
• PhD or DBA in Accounting AND CPA or CMA or
• Master's or certification in Digital Marketing or
• Master's or certification in Strategic Management
• Familiarity with competency-based education models, online education, and assessment practices.
• Strong ability to provide individualized, actionable feedback to diverse learners.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills.

• Terminal degree in associated field.
• Relevant certifications in associated field.

Work Environment:

A remote adjunct work environment is a flexible, virtual setting where instructors deliver course content, engage with students, and fulfill academic responsibilities from a remote location. This environment typically relies on digital communication tools, learning management systems (LMS), and virtual collaboration platforms to facilitate teaching and interaction.

Compensation:

Hourly: 32.00 per hour

Offers are determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to; geographical location, knowledge, skills, and experience.

Application Process:

To apply, please submit the following materials:

• Current resume or curriculum vitae (CV).
• Cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in the role.
• Contact information for [number] professional references.
• [Any additional documentation such as transcripts, teaching evaluations, or certifications.]

The position will remain posted until September 3rd 2026 or until a sufficient pool of qualified applicants has been reached, whichever occurs first. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and interested candidates are encouraged to apply early to ensure full consideration. The university reserves the right to close the posting prior to the stated date once an adequate applicant pool has been established.

BENEFITS AND PERKS

• Work-Life Balance: Remote options and flexible schedules

• Retirement: 403(b) plan with a Roth option

• Education: Tuition discounts

Equal Employment Opportunity – UMass Global is committed to providing an educational and work environment free of unlawful discrimination and harassment in any form. UMass Global prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment on the basis of  age, race (including hairstyle/texture, protective hairstyles, braids, locks, and twists), color, religion (including religious observance, belief, practice dress and grooming practices), citizenship, pregnancy (including temporary physical or mental limitations related to, affected by, or arising out of pregnancy, childbirth, or any related medical conditions), sex, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, physical and/or mental disability, legally-protected medical condition, military (past, present or prospective) status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, sexual and reproductive health, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by local, State or Federal law.

Reasonable Accommodation – UMass Global provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the recruitment department at recruiting@umassglobal.edu.