Adjunct Instructor, Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering

Adjunct Instructor, Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering

Posting Start Date: 7/27/26

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors

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.

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Job Overview

The Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering (ChEE) in the College of Engineering and Applied Science (CEAS) at the University of Cincinnati (UC) invites you to apply for the position of Term-Adjunct (part-time) faculty positions. Rank and compensation are based on experience and academic credentials.

ChEE is looking for qualified professionals and educators to be included in the general pool of candidates for Term Adjunct Instructor positions as needed. Courses are taught at all levels from undergraduate to graduate (master's and doctoral).

The Department of Chemical & Environmental Engineering offers accredited undergraduate and graduate degrees in Chemical and Environmental Engineering, as well as graduate degrees in Environmental Sciences. The department has state of the art research centers and laboratories. The student enrollment is approximately 920 undergraduate and 150 graduate students.

Essential Functions

• Teach or co-teach courses, assigned on a semester-by-semester basis.
• Coordinate with other Chemical & Environmental Engineering faculty members for alignment of coursework with the overall curriculum.
• Meet with students as needed, through office hours or other specified availability.
• Submit grades for all students enrolled in courses.

Minimum Requirements

Candidates must meet one of the three following requirements:

• A Master's Degree in Engineering or a closely related STEM field is required for undergraduate class instruction.
• Graduate instruction requires a degree in Engineering or a closely related STEM field one level advanced beyond the level of the course.
• Meet the University Requirements to be credentialed by experience.

Application Process

Upload current CV/resume and cover letter to your application.

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

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our Careers Page.

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