Adjunct Asst Professor, Asian, East European, and German Studies, Arts and Sciences

Inside Higher Ed; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

University employee discount program

Limited tuition remission for part-time employees

Robust retirement plans

Generous time-off policy

Job summary

Inside Higher Ed is seeking a part-time Adjunct Faculty member to conduct and teach courses as well as serve as an academic adviser for students. This role requires an academic degree in an appropriate discipline and prior teaching experience.

The position offers opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and a competitive salary based on experience. Benefits include limited tuition remission and robust retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Prior teaching experience is required.
• Strong ability to present complex material clearly.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and teach undergraduate or graduate level courses.
• Serve as an academic adviser and evaluate student coursework.
• Engage in academic support activities.

Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Outstanding writing skills

Ability to collaborate with diverse individuals

Education

Academic degree in an appropriate discipline

Job description

Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors.

Job Overview

On a part‑time, limited basis, the Adjunct Faculty member’s primary academic functions include teaching, discovering, creating, and reporting knowledge to a varied set of students.

Essential Functions

• Conduct and teach assigned undergraduate or graduate level courses and seminars on a part‑time basis.
• Serve as an academic adviser for students and evaluate student coursework.
• Engage in other activities ancillary to or in support of responsibilities.
• Review and respond in a timely manner to all University‑related communications.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Required Education

• Academic degree in an appropriate discipline and prior teaching experience.

Required Experience

• Excellent written and oral communication skills with ability to present complex material to students unfamiliar with the subject.
• Outstanding writing skills to present research in written format.
• Ability to work and collaborate with individuals from a variety of backgrounds.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

• Office environment; no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits

Eligibility may vary by FTE. Benefits include:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Professional development and mentorship opportunities.
• University employee discount program.
• Limited tuition remission for part‑time employees covering nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs.
• Robust retirement plans – state pension plans (OPERS, STRS). Employees do not contribute to Social Security except Medicare.
• Generous time‑off policy, including paid holidays and additional end‑of‑year paid time off (Winter Season Days).
• Vacation and sick time pro‑rated by FTE.

Important Information

To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. “Easy apply” submissions via other websites will not be considered.

For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact UC HR at [e-mail].

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