Professional and Continuing Education – Subject Matter Experts

Maryland University of Integrative Health (MUIH) is one of the nation’s leading academic institutions for natural medicine. For nearly 40 years, MUIH has educated and informed practitioners and leaders in health and wellness through transformative and relationship-centered programs that draw from contemporary science and traditional wisdom. Progressive graduate degrees in a wide range of disciplines are offered both on campus and online. The on-site Natural Care Center offers compassionate and affordable healthcare provided by clinical student interns in University Teaching Clinics and from highly skilled faculty practitioners. Professional and Continuing Education offers innovative and flexible lifelong learning options for integrative health and healthcare practitioners. For staff and faculty, MUIH offers a collaborative and vibrant work environment that is mission and values-driven.

MUIH is seeking to build its pool of part-time subject matter experts and adjunct faculty to develop and/or teach Professional and Continuing education offerings. The courses are offered in a fully online, hybrid or face-to-face format. Subject areas include, but are not limited to, nutrition, naturopathic medicine, health and wellness coaching, acupuncture & oriental medicine, health promotion, workplace wellness, health policy, health research, herbal medicine, yoga therapy, mental health & wellbeing, mindfulness, creative wellness, therapeutic arts, neuroscience, physical fitness, business, marketing and practice management and more. Openings become available on an as-needed basis.

Interested applicants are to submit a resume or CV, and letter of interest with 3 references. A PCE course proposal form or samples of work may be requested if selected for an interview.

Essential Functions

• Develop curriculum aligned to professional requirements and skillsets
• Present lectures for working professionals on a specific subject matter
• Develop assessments
• Assess student learning outcomes (as applicable)
• Mentor new faculty teaching the program (as applicable)
• Act as quality reviewers for the subject matter (as applicable)
• Prepare and present course materials according to MUIH PCE quality standards
• Collaborate with the PCE Program Director and instructional designers
• Consult on CEU applications and approvals (as applicable)
• With the community culture in mind, take part in various MUIH orientations and trainings (as applicable)
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education and Experience Qualifications

Required

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution (bachelors with commiserate experience may be considered)
• Minimum of two years’ professional experience in area of expertise
• Minimum of one years experience presenting in a professional setting
• Professional certification(s) or credentials in subject matter
• Desire to engage in activities that are needed for an expanding curriculum
• Superior interpersonal and communication skills (both written and oral)
• Aptitude for technology platforms
• Passion for lifelong learning
• Attention to detail and project timelines

Preferred

• Preference for those engaged in related professional associations related to subject matter
• Preference for those specializing in complementary & integrative health
• Preference for those who have minimum of two years’ course development and/or teaching experience at a post-secondary academic institution or for a professional organization
• Preference for those who have experience with online course design and instruction
• Desire to make a positive impact in the lives of integrative health and healthcare professionals