Instructor Term Adjunct - Biology, College of Arts and Sciences

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

Job summary

The University of Cincinnati invites applications for a part-time Adjunct Faculty position across various disciplines. The successful candidate will teach assigned undergraduate and/or graduate courses, contribute to scholarly activities, and report knowledge through lectures and seminars.

Responsibilities include advising students when appropriate, responding to university communications in a timely manner, and performing related duties to support teaching and learning.

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.

Skills

Strong communication

Teaching

Collaboration

Education

Academic degree in a discipline

Prior teaching experience

Job description

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.

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

• 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.

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

Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.