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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.
About UC Clermont
UC Clermont College provides student-centered undergraduate education in an open-access, regional college environment. We foster intellectual, cultural, and social development among our student community. UC Clermont College has an enrollment of approximately 3,000 students and is located in Batavia, Ohio, twenty miles east of the University of Cincinnati’s downtown campus. We offer a variety of associate’s degrees, two-year technical degrees and certificates, and prepare students for transition or transfer into baccalaureate degree programs. UC Clermont’s open-access nature presents a unique opportunity for faculty with a strong commitment to provide a solid foundation for students at all levels to develop their academic skills and reach their educational goals.
Job Overview
To this end, the Science & Health Department at UC Clermont College seeks applications for a tenure-track, teaching-focused faculty position in Biology at the level of Assistant Professor. The position will begin August 15, 2027, unless otherwise indicated.
Essential Functions
Tenure-track faculty responsibilities include the following:
- Teaching twelve (12) credit-hours for each of two primary semesters (Fall and Spring), including lectures and labs during day, and possibly evenings as needed.
- Scheduling a minimum of four (4) office hours per week,
- Participating in ongoing scholarship and/or research, and
- Participating in service to the department, college, university, and community.
All candidates must demonstrate/provide evidence of effective teaching and professional development and must have appropriate degrees awarded by the time of appointment.
Position Description: Selected candidates should expect to focus on teaching first and second-year biology courses, including non-majors’ courses. Candidates may be asked to teach other courses included in the Biology department.
Minimum Requirements
- Ph.D. in biology, or a closely related field (e.g., biochemistry, cell biology, microbiology, physiology).
- One (1) year of college-level teaching experience as the primary instructor.
- The candidate must demonstrate a commitment to maintaining high academic standards while encouraging and supporting students with varied backgrounds, interests, and aptitudes.
Additional Qualifications Considered
- Experience teaching lecture and lab in Anatomy & Physiology, Genetics or Cell Biology.
- Proficient in using innovative instructional technologies and techniques.
- At least three (3) years teaching biology in an institution where students have varied interests, degrees of preparation, and aptitude.
Additional Application Information
To apply for this position, go to https://jobs.uc.edu/ and in the “Search by Keyword…” box, enter 103138
. Only applications received through this web site will be considered.
All Applications Require
- A cover letter;
- Current CV;
- Names and contact information for three (3) professional references;
- A brief statement of teaching philosophy;
- Evidence of excellent teaching effectiveness, including available student evaluations;
- Evidence of professional development.
- Please include a statement describing how you intend to foster a classroom environment that is attuned to our Clermont student population.
Any application that does not contain
all required documentation will not be considered.
Applicants requiring sponsorship are not being considered at this time.
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:
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 won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your 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 and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
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
To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our Careers Page.
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. Click here for a list of acceptable documents.
Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider “easy apply” applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact UC HR at
[email protected].
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