Job Details

Institution: University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC)
Location: Remote / Online
Posted: November 17, 2025
Category: Computer Science / UI Development
Position Type: Adjunct / Part-Time

Course Overview

The User Interface Implementation (661) course explores the development of user interfaces across mobile, desktop, and web platforms. Students gain hands-on experience in cross-platform UI development, accessibility compliance, usability testing, AI-assisted design, and professional project documentation. Faculty guide graduate-level students in designing real-world applications while applying modern development frameworks.

Required Education & Experience

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Human-Computer Interaction, Information Technology, or a related field.

• Proficiency in cross-platform frameworks such as React, Flutter, React Native, or Electron.

• Experience applying accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1 Level AA) and implementing robust software testing and QA practices.

• Knowledge of usability testing, user research, and design documentation (personas, wireframes, VPAT reports).

• Familiarity with AI-assisted design tools (e.g., Figma AI, Copilot) and asynchronous collaborative workflows.

• Industry experience in UI design, accessibility engineering, or full-stack development is desirable.

• Experience teaching adult learners online strongly preferred.

Adjunct Faculty Responsibilities

• Actively engage students in interactive and project-based learning.

• Guide graduate-level projects emphasizing real-world application, teamwork, and documentation.

• Provide constructive feedback and assess student work using rubrics.

• Demonstrate current subject-matter expertise in UI implementation.

• Provide curricular feedback to program chairs.

• Complete online faculty orientation (FacDev 411).

Program Details

• UMGC Computer Science Bachelor’s Program: UMGC Online Computer Science Degree

• Teaching is fully remote, supporting adult learners balancing careers and education.

Salary & Hiring Range

• Instructor: $806 – $1,050 per credit hour

• Adjunct Professor with Terminal Degree: $1,347 – $1,645 per credit hour

• Salary commensurate with experience

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision coverage (adjuncts pay full cost)

• Term life insurance and accidental death coverage

• Supplemental retirement plans: 401(k), 403(b), 457(b), Roth options

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

UMGC is an equal opportunity employer and supports a welcoming, inclusive, and accessible environment. Workplace accommodations are available via employee-accommodations@umgc.edu.