Adjunct Instructor, Communication Design, College of Design Architecture Art and

Adjunct Instructor, Communication Design, College of Design Architecture Art and Planning

Apply for the Adjunct Instructor, Communication Design, College of Design Architecture Art and Planning role at Inside Higher Ed. Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors .

You are invited to submit an application to be considered for a position with more than one opening. The number of positions varies depending on the needs of the department. Rank and compensation will be based on experience and academic credentials.

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, nearly 12,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting. The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

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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 Overview

The College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning (DAAP) at the University of Cincinnati invites applications for adjunct instructors in Communication Design. Communication Design students receive a foundation in visual problem solving. The core of the curriculum is a series of sequential design studios. These courses help students develop critical and visual thinking along with essential design processes. Students also have opportunities to further develop in specific areas of interest (including graphic design, interaction design and motion design). Students reinforce their skills in the field through several co‑ops.

On a part‑time limited basis, the Adjunct Faculty member’s primary academic functions include teaching, discovering, creating, and reporting knowledge to students.

Essential Functions

On a part‑time basis, conduct and teach assigned undergraduate and / or graduate‑level courses and seminars.

May serve as an academic advisor for students and evaluate student coursework.

Engage in other activities ancillary to or in support of responsibilities.

Review, and where necessary, respond in a timely manner to all University‑related communications.

Other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or related field. Additionally, a minimum of 5 years of work experience.

Candidate must demonstrate the ability to produce quality creative work through a portfolio. Candidates should possess a strong foundation in the fundamentals of graphic design (specifically typography, image‑making, and composition), communication problem solving, aesthetic execution, and professionalism.

Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to present complex material to students unfamiliar with a subject.

Ability to work and collaborate with individuals from a variety of backgrounds.

Application Process

Complete an "Applicant Profile" and officially apply by submitting your online application. Please upload the following :

CV / Resume.

"Letter of Interest" which clearly states your area of teaching experience.

Portfolio as a link or web address only. (No more than 2 MB)

Please use the "Additional Documents" option as needed for these items.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well‑being, financial security, and work‑life balance.

Benefits Highlights

Comprehensive tuition remission for you and eligible dependents covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs.

Robust retirement plans : choice between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP) with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.

Work‑life balance : generous time‑off policy. Vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays and additional end‑of‑year paid time off, 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents.

Competitive salary based on experience.

Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription).

Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs.

Professional development & mentorship opportunities.

UC is an E‑Verify employer. If hired, 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. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here : ‑9‑central / form‑i‑9‑acceptable‑documents.

Important : To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider “easy apply” applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu.

Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.

Opportunity reference : REQ 99275. Visibility code : SF : OMJ SF : RM SF : HEJ, SF : INS SF : HERC SF : DIV SF : LJN SF : IHE.

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