"Adjunct Instructor, Communication, UC Blue Ash College"

About UC Blue Ash

The English and Communication Department at UC Blue Ash invites applicants for our Communication Adjunct faculty general pool of candidates from which part-time faculty will be selected for the upcoming term (as needed).

The University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College is one of the largest regional colleges in Ohio. The college is in Blue Ash, Ohio fifteen miles north of the uptown campus, on 135 acres in a park-like setting. We offer primarily associate degrees in career and transition programs, as well as general education courses and technical baccalaureate degrees to approximately 5,100 students. We value excellent teaching and personalized student support to help students achieve their goals, whether the goal is to enter a career or to continue education. The college is a recipient of the Cincinnati Business Courier 2021 Best Places to Work award, and, in 2025, earned national recognition for student opportunity and success, being named Opportunity Colleges and Universities, a distinction awarded to institutions that serve as national models for advancing student success.

Job Overview

Adjunct Faculty member’s primary academic functions include teaching first- and second-year communication courses. This may include creating curricula or teaching from model curricula provided by the department.

Part-time faculty must have experience and training to provide course instruction in public speaking, interpersonal communication, and/or business communication.

Adjunct faculty members will be expected to (1) use our course management system – Canvas; (2) hold regular office hours to meet with students and reply to student communications in a timely manner; (3) participate in at least one professional development workshop per year; (4) Participate in program assessment.

Classes may be offered day or evening. This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

Essential Functions

• On a part-time basis, teach assigned undergraduate courses.
• Using best practices, continually evaluate student coursework.
• Review and respond in a timely manner to all University-related and student communications.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Required Education

Masters degree (or higher) in Communication.

Required Experience

At least one (1) year of teaching experience in a college setting.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Experience teaching public speaking, interpersonal communication, and/or business communication.
• Ph.D. or ABD in communication

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:

Pay Rate Information:

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