Adjunct Instructor, College of Law

University of Cincinnati College of Medicine; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 69,000 - 96,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission

Retirement plans (OPERS/STRS)

Paid holidays

Job summary

University of Cincinnati College of Law is seeking an adjunct instructor for part-time teaching duties. The role involves delivering undergraduate and graduate-level seminars and courses, and may include advising students and evaluating coursework.

Responsibilities include timely responses to university communications and other duties as assigned. Appointments are renewed based on departmental need and teaching performance, with compensation based on experience and credentials.

Qualifications

• Must have an academic degree in an appropriate discipline and prior teaching experience.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned undergraduate and/or graduate courses and seminars on a part-time basis.
• Possible role as academic advisor for students and evaluate coursework.
• Respond to university communications in a timely manner and perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent written and oral comms

Collaboration across diverse teams

Education

Advanced degree in a relevant discipline

Job description

Job Title: Adjunct Instructor, College of Law

Posting Start Date: 10/22/26

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors

You are invited to apply to be included in the general pool of candidates from which qualified faculty roles will be filled. The number of positions varies depending on the needs of the department and there is no guarantee that an open position currently exists. Appointments are renewed based on departmental need and teaching performance. Classes may be day or evening. Rank and compensation are based on experience and academic credentials.

Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati. Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.” UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact 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 are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success.

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 variety of students.

Essential Functions

• 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.

Required Education

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

Required 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.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. ( UC Benefits Link ) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE. Highlights include:

Pay Rate Information:

As a part-time employee, UC provides a limited tuition remission benefit based on role. Tuition remission covers tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS).

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time – pro-rated by FTE. Includes paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days).

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• University employee discount program

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our Careers Page .

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