"Assistant Professor, Sociology, UC Blue Ash College"

Job Overview

The University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College invites applications for a full-time, tenure track Assistant Professor of Sociology position for the Behavioral Science Department, intended to begin on August 15, 2026.

Essential Functions

• Teaching four (4) courses per semester, such as, but not limited to, Introduction to Sociology and Global Community: Cultural Diversity & Interaction. This is a face-to-face program, but there may be opportunities to teach some online courses.
• Participating in department and college service, such as, but not limited to, collecting data from courses for program assessment, attending department meetings, and representing the department at various university functions.
• Engaging in sociological and/or scholarship of teaching and learning research and professional development activities.

Minimum Requirements

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

• A Ph.D. in Sociology or a related field
• One (1) academic year of collegiate teaching experience in Sociology or related field

Application Process

Applicants must apply online at jobs.uc.edu and electronically submit:

1. A cover letter
2. A curriculum vitae/resume
3. A previous/current course syllabus
4. A previous/current learning assignment or activity
5. An unofficial copy of graduate transcripts
6. Contact information for at least three (3) references

Applications will be reviewed beginning December 1, 2025, but the position will remain open until filled.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. 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 of $63,000 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 at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html