Adjunct Instructor, Classics, Arts and Sciences

University of Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 24,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission

Retirement plans

Work-life balance

Job summary

The University of Cincinnati is seeking an Adjunct Faculty Member to teach assigned undergraduate and/or graduate-level courses on a part-time basis. The role involves delivering lectures, creating assessments, and collaborating with students to foster learning.

The position may include academic advising and other duties to support course objectives. A strong candidate will communicate clearly, engage diverse students, and respond promptly to university communications.

Qualifications

• Academic degree in an appropriate discipline and prior teaching experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to present complex material to students unfamiliar with a subject.
• Ability to work and collaborate with individuals from a variety of backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• On a part-time basis, conduct and teach assigned undergraduate and/or graduate-level courses and seminars.
• May serve as an academic advisor for students and evaluate student coursework.
• Engage in other activities ancillary to or in support of responsibilities.
• Review, and where necessary, respond in a timely manner to all University-related communications.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Job description

Current UC employees must applyinternally via SuccessFactors

You are invited to submit an application tobe considered for a position with more than one opening. The numberof positions varies depending on the needs of the department. Rankand compensation will be based on experience and academiccredentials.

Next Lives at the University ofCincinnati

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks amongthe nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to morethan 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines researchprowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called "themost ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentumhas never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati InnovationDistrict, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in thecountry with students earning $94 million annually through paidexperiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economicimpact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC,next is all of us. Learn more at uc.edu.

UC is a mission-driven organization where we arecommitted to student success and positively transforming thecommunity through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation,making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff andfaculty are key contributors to UC’s success.

Job Overview

On a part-time limited basis, the Adjunct Facultymember’s primary academic functions include teaching, discovering,creating, and reporting knowledge to a variety ofstudents.

Essential Functions

• On a part-time basis, conduct and teach assignedundergraduate and/or graduate-level courses andseminars.
• May serve as an academic advisor for students andevaluate student coursework.
• Engage in other activities ancillary to or insupport of responsibilities.
• Review, and where necessary, respond in a timelymanner to all University-related communications.
• Other related duties asassigned.

Required Education

• Academic degree in an appropriate disciple andprior teaching experience.

Required Experience

• Excellent written and oral communication skillswith the ability to present complex material to students unfamiliarwith a subject.
• Ability to work and collaborate with individualsfrom a variety of backgrounds.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical orenvironmental demands.

Compensation andBenefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designedto support your well-being, financial security, and work-lifebalance. (UC BenefitsLink)

Comprehensive TuitionRemission

UC provides tuition remission for you and youreligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly allundergraduate and graduate programs offered by theuniversity.

Robust RetirementPlans

As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to SocialSecurity (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between statepension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan(ARP), with UC contributing 14-18% of your salary based onposition.

Real Work-LifeBalance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generoustime-off policy, including:Vacation and sick time11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paidtime off (Winter Season Days)6 weeks of paid parental leave for newparents

Additional BenefitsInclude

• Competitive salary based onexperience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental,vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellnessprograms
• Professional development & mentorshipopportunities

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work,please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html

UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into thisposition, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof ofemployment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms ofidentification for employment verification via the Federal I-9employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents canbe seen here: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

Equal Opportunity Employer. Building aworkplace where all qualified applicants will receive considerationfor employment, including Individuals with Disabilities andProtected Veterans.