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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, more than 11,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, three straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals nearly $1.8 billion.

About UC Clermont

UC Clermont College provides student-centered undergraduate education in an open-access, regional college environment. 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 providing a solid foundation for students at all levels to develop their academic skills and reach their educational goals.

Job Overview

The University of Cincinnati Clermont College Science and Health Department seeks applications for the position of Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology.

A Visiting Assistant Professor at the University of Cincinnati is expected to primarily teach undergraduate classes to support the University of Cincinnati’s mission and commitment to excellence in our students, faculty, staff, and activities. Faculty responsibilities for this position include teaching face to face lecture and laboratory courses for anatomy and physiology. Candidates must provide evidence of college-level teaching experience (graduate teaching assistant, adjunct, or full-time faculty experience). Teaching load will consist of at least two sections of anatomy and physiology per semester and other classes as needed. The position is for one (1) year only, beginning on August 15, 2025.

Essential Functions

Teaching traditional face to face for twelve (12) credit-hours in each of two primary semesters (Fall and Spring), including lectures and labs during day, and possibly evenings as needed. Teaching is the primary appointment; 80% of your time at minimum will be spent on teaching and its related activities such as:

• Preparing supplemental materials to enhance student learning in lecture and lab,
• Conducting assessments and evaluating student work,
• Developing and assessing course and program curriculum,
• Acting as an informal student adviser and mentor.

Coursework taught will focus on anatomy and physiology, but may include other courses taught in the Biology area of the department;

• Scheduling and maintaining routine office hours each week;
• Participating in ongoing professional development;
• Participating in service to the department, college, university, and community;
• Other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Prior to the date of appointment, the following are required:

• A master's or doctorate in biology, MD, or a terminal degree in a closely related field (e.g., veterinary medicine, dentistry, physical therapy)
• Prior college-level teaching experience in human anatomy and physiology
• Demonstrated commitment to maintaining high academic standards while encouraging and supporting students with differing backgrounds, interests, and aptitudes.
• Evidence of effective teaching and professional development

Additional Qualifications Considered

• At least one (1) year of college-level anatomy and physiology lecture and laboratory teaching experience (or the equivalent in part-time)
• Experience in teaching a broad base of biology courses, with proficiency in using innovative instructional technologies and techniques,
• At least two (2) years teaching biology in an institution where students have varied interests, degrees of preparation, and aptitude in an open-access educational environment.

Application Process

Interested and qualified applicants must complete our online application. In addition to the application, candidates must submit:

• Letter outlining their interest in and qualifications for the position
• Current curriculum vitae
• A brief statement of teaching philosophy
• Names and contact information for three (3) professional references
• Evidence of excellent teaching effectiveness, including available current student evaluations for no more than 5 years.

Applicants requiring sponsorship are not being considered at this time.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

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The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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