"Assistant Professor - Educator - Law and Paralegal Studies Program, CECH Criminal Justice"

Job Overview

The School of Criminal Justice- Law and Paralegal Studies program at the University of Cincinnati is seeking applications for an Assistant Professor – Educator (non-tenure track), with an appointment starting August 15, 2026, although the start date is negotiable. This is a 9-month per year teaching position.

UC is a Research I Institution that grants doctorates in 98 areas. The School of Criminal Justice grants the BS, MS, and PhD degrees. The School also houses research centers specializing in corrections, policing, criminal justice, justice and communities, and crime science. The School offers specializations in crime prevention, policing, corrections, criminal justice, and criminology. Further information about the University and the School is available at www.cech.uc.edu/criminaljustice. The city of Cincinnati offers a range of multi-cultural activities and amenities in addition to attractive and affordable housing.

Essential Functions

An Assistant Professor – Educator at the University of Cincinnati is expected to teach and perform other professional or creative activities (e.g., oversee field placement activities, work with student organizations). This position will support the University of Cincinnati’s mission and commitment to excellence in our students, faculty, staff, and all our activities. The Law and Paralegal Studies program seeks candidates who will help expand and grow enrollment for the program and be responsible for program compliance with the ABA Guidelines for Approval of Paralegal Programs (ABA Guidelines). Applicants must be licensed to practice law with experience working with or as paralegals, having earned a minimum of a Juris Doctorate, possess no less than three years work experience in the legal field, and have demonstrated experience in, and strong commitment to, online teaching and mentoring at the college level. Successful candidates will readily contribute to departmental, institutional, and organizational activities.

This faculty position includes teaching 12 credit hours per semester, two semesters per academic year.

Minimum Requirements

• Juris Doctorate.
• No less than three (3) years of work experiences in the legal field.
• Have experience working with or as a paralegal.
• Demonstrated experience in, and strong commitment to, online teaching and mentoring at the college level.
• Licensed to practice law in good standing.

Required Education

• Must have obtained a Doctorate or terminal degree from a regionally accredited college or university of recognized standing in a field appropriate to the requirements of the position.

Required Experience

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and research evidenced by strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals. Candidates for a tenured appointment should demonstrate intellectual leadership and impact on the field and potential significant contributions to the department, University of Cincinnati, and wider scholarly community.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Successful teaching in a paralegal program at the postsecondary level as substantiated by assessments
• Evidence of experience working as an attorney with paralegals
• Evidence of experience integrating writing, technology, and thinking skills in the teaching of paralegal studies
• Successful use of technology to support instruction
• Evidence of knowledge of the application process and standards for ABA approval of paralegal education programs

Application Process Information

Interested persons must apply online at https://jobs.uc.edu. Applicants must submit the following documents:

• Cover letter detailing interest and qualifications for the position, highlighting skills and expertise relevant to the essential functions of the position and qualifications listed above.
• Curriculum Vitae
• Description of teaching experience, to include courses taught and use of instructional technology.
• List of three references who would be able to speak to prior teaching experience and quality of teaching.

All required documents must be attached to your online application. For more information, please contact:

Emma Fletcher, J.D.
School of Criminal Justice
University of Cincinnati
Emma.Fletcher@uc.edu

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 Link) Highlights include:

Salary Information:

• Competitive salary based on experience

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:

• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities