Adjunct Instructor, School of Planning

University of Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 110,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission

Retirement plans

Work-life balance

Discount program

Job summary

The University of Cincinnati's School of Planning within the College of DAAP invites applications for adjunct faculty to teach courses in urban planning and related design fields on a part-time basis. The School emphasizes livable places and community-focused approaches across its programs.

Qualified applicants will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and prior teaching or field experience. The position supports flexible teaching commitments and professional mentorship opportunities.

Qualifications

• Part-time adjunct faculty position teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses.
• Experience in course design and student advising is a plus.
• Prior teaching in planning or design programs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned undergraduate and/or graduate-level courses and seminars.
• May serve as an academic advisor for students and evaluate coursework.
• Engage in activities to support responsibilities and timely communication.

Skills

Teaching

Course development

Student advising

Education

Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, Architecture, or related field

Job description

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

The College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning at the University of Cincinnati is a world-renowned college, home to a number of highly ranked programs, and part of the largest public research university in Southwest Ohio.

The School of Planning within the College of DAAP prepares professionals for distinguished practice and spatially-based approaches with a focus on livable places, and the creation of communities that enrich people’s lives. The six academic programs within the School of Planning (Bachelor in Urban Planning, Bachelor of Science in Urban Studies, Bachelor of Science in Horticulture, Master of Community Planning, Master of Landscape Architecture and PhD in Urban and Regional Development Planning) offer specific coursework about the planning and design of innovative futures for urban communities and regions. The School of Planning’s graduate planning program is ranked 4th in the Midwest and 17th in North America by Planetizen.

Adjunct Faculty Position

• Visualization, Representation, and Computer Graphics
• Historic Preservation
• Housing Systems
• Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
• Site Analysis and Design
• Site Planning
• Transportation Planning
• Urban Design

Applications will be collected in to our general pool of applicants.

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

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, Architecture, or a field related to specific course content.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Prior teaching experience.
• Documented work experience in field related to specific course content.

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 Link) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE. Highlights include:

• Tuition Remission: 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
  • Professional development & mentorship opportunities
  • University employee discount program

UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process.

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