Adjunct Instructor, Cosmetic Science Program, College of Pharmacy

University of Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

Robust Retirement Plans

Generous time-off policy

Comprehensive health coverage

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A leading university located in Cincinnati is looking for adjunct faculty to teach undergraduate and graduate-level courses in Cosmetic Science. The position includes responsibilities such as teaching, advising students, and evaluating coursework. Candidates are required to have an academic degree in a relevant discipline, prior teaching experience, and excellent communication skills. The position offers a robust benefits package including competitive salary, tuition remission, and work-life balance benefits.

Qualifications

• Prior teaching experience is required.
• Strong ability to present complex materials to students.
• Experience in mentoring students for capstone dissertations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate-level courses.
• Serve as an academic advisor and evaluate student coursework.
• Engage in communication related to university responsibilities.

Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Ability to collaborate with individuals from various backgrounds

Education

Academic degree in appropriate discipline

MS degree in chemical engineering, chemistry or biology

Job description

Job Overview

Founded in 1973, the MS in Cosmetic Science is globally recognized as one of the nation’s oldest and most recognized graduate programs in the field. Our innovative curriculum equips students with the scientific knowledge and practical skills needed to become future industry leaders. This is an online asynchronous program that can be accessed from anywhere in the world. The program offers 40+ courses on various aspects of cosmetic science—from consumer understanding to substrate science, formulation science, clinical and instrumental methods, scale-up and hygienic manufacturing. Adjunct faculty hired into this program could be contributing to online teaching and/or mentoring our students for their capstone dissertations.

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 discipline 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.

Additional Qualifications Considered

MS degree in chemical engineering, chemistry or biology with significant industrial experience may also be considered.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

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

Compensation and Benefits

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

Salary Information:

• Comprehensive Tuition Remission UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.
• Robust Retirement Plans As a UC employee, you may choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing a range of 14–18% of salary based on position.
• Real Work-Life Balance UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days), and 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents.
• Additional Benefits Include:
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

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