Clinical Instructor of Dental Hygiene, UC Blue Ash College

About UC Blue Ash

The University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College (UCBA) is one of the largest regional colleges in Ohio. At UC Blue Ash, we value the wide-ranging experiences and perspectives of those in our community, as well as the individual talents of our students, faculty and staff. 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

The University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College invites applications for a full-time non-tenure-track Clinical Instructor faculty position in the Dental Hygiene Program. UC Blue Ash College is the largest regional college in Ohio offering primarily associate degrees, with an enrollment of approximately 5,100 students. UC Blue Ash Dental Hygiene is a selective admissions program with approximately 38 students per class.

Essential Functions

Faculty responsibilities include instruction in laboratory and clinical (performing dental hygiene duties). Other responsibilities associated with this position will include professional/scholarly activities related to the profession (such as membership/leadership in the Dental Hygiene Association, professional presentations on pedagogy and or dentistry, and publications in professional journals), as well as department, college, university, and community service.

Minimum Requirements

This position requires all of the following prior to the effective date of the appointment:

• Bachelor's Degree in dental hygiene, a health related field, or education;
• Ohio Dental Hygiene License or eligibility for an Ohio Dental Hygiene License as defined by the Ohio State Dental Board http://dental.ohio.gov/Licensure/Dental-Hygienist#62388-dental-hygienist;
• Ohio local anesthesia certificate or eligibility for an Ohio local anesthesia certificate.

Curriculum Vitae (CV) must document at least one (1) academic year of teaching experience in a dental hygiene program within the past five (5) years. Teaching experience should include teaching in a didactic, laboratory, or clinical setting. Candidates must also have two (2) years of clinical practice experience as a dental hygienist.

Application Process

Applicants must apply online at jobs.uc.edu. (refer to REQ #101750). Applicants MUST upload the following documents to the application 1) a cover letter 2) CV/Resume, 3) unofficial transcripts, and 4) verification or eligibility to obtain an Ohio Dental Hygiene License and Ohio local anesthesia certificate. These documents may be uploaded to the `Additional Documents' section of the application. Applicants should arrange to have three letters of recommendation submitted separately by email to UCBAHR@uc.edu.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:

Salary Information: $52,000 - $54,000

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