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Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati
Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at uc.edu.
UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success.
Job OverviewFounded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati puts education into action, ranking among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,000 students, 10,500 faculty and staff and 330,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”
With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 athletic conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget tops $1.6 billion and its endowment totals $1.8 billion.
At UC, today’s possibilities spark tomorrow’s reality.
As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the UC College of Medicine has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improve the health and clinical care of patients.
The College of Medicine, Department of Pharmacology, Physiology, and Neurobiology is recruiting a Research Instructor with the potential to hire a Research Assistant Professor. A Research Instructor/Assistant Professor at the University of Cincinnati is expected to teach, have interest in productive scholarship and willingness to collaborate with students and faculty for the betterment of the University, conduct research, scholarly and other professional activities. This position will support the University of Cincinnati’s mission and commitment to excellence in our students, faculty, staff, and all our activities.
Essential Functions- Conduct original research that advances the discipline, including designing studies, collecting/analyzing data, and producing scholarly outputs.
- Publish in peer‑reviewed journals, present at conferences, and contribute to the broader scholarly community.
- Prepare and submit grant proposals to secure external funding; manage awarded grants, budgets, compliance, and reporting.
- Supervise research personnel, including graduate students, undergraduate research assistants, and postdoctoral scholars.
- Maintain an active, independent research agenda aligned with departmental priorities and disciplinary standards.
- Deliver high‑quality instruction in assigned courses (undergraduate or graduate), including lectures, labs, seminars, or independent study supervision.
- Prepare course materials, syllabi, assessments, and learning activities aligned with current disciplinary knowledge.
- Assess student performance using appropriate methods and provide timely feedback.
- Hold office hours and advise students, including mentoring research students and guiding academic/career development.
- Supervise theses, dissertations, or capstone research, depending on departmental needs.
- Participate in departmental committees, faculty meetings, and academic governance.
- Contribute to curriculum development, program review, or accreditation activities when relevant.
- Provide disciplinary expertise through peer review of manuscripts, grant proposals, or conference organization.
- Engage in community or professional outreach, such as workshops, invited talks, or collaborations.
- Communicate effectively in writing and speech, including complex concepts.
- Meet deadlines, manage multiple projects, and prioritize tasks.
- Collaborate with colleagues, attend meetings, and contribute to a positive academic environment.
- Understand and apply university policies, compliance requirements, and ethical standards.
- 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.
- Considerable professional work experience in the given field.
- Ability to present complex material to students unfamiliar with a subject.
- Outstanding writing skills to present research in written format.
- Possess exceptional communication skills and the ability to work and collaborate with individuals from a variety of backgrounds.
- Demonstrated excellence in research evidenced by strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals. Candidates for a research-track appointment should demonstrate intellectual leadership and impact on the field and potential significant contributions to the department, University of Cincinnati, and wider scholarly community.
- Able to work independently with minimal direction
- Mentoring experience of undergraduate and graduate students
- Formal grant writing training, preferably with a track record of grant funding as principal investigator.
- Published as first and/or senior author in discipline-leading journals.
- Experience working with rodents in preclinical research
- 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) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:
Salary Information:
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:
To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our Careers Page.
UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. Click here for a list of acceptable documents.
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