Adjunct Instructor, Geography and GIS, Arts and Sciences
Content + Source + Freshness • 12 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Moderate value considering the need for specific qualifications and the variable nature of part-time positions.
- Opportunity to teach in an important academic subject.
- Flexible scheduling but limited security.
- Decisions based on departmental needs.
Pros
- Engagement with students in a critical subject area with practical applications.
- Good support and resources from a large urban research university.
- Flexibility in teaching methods and potential for course development.
Cons
- Part-time status may affect job security and income.
- Need for relevant degrees and teaching experience limits candidate pool.
- Frequent changes in course offerings based on departmental needs.
Who it's for
Early to Mid-Career • Part-Time / Flexible
Good fit
- Geography and GIS professionals seeking teaching roles.
- Candidates passionate about student education.
- Individuals favoring part-time, flexible schedules.
Not recommended for
- Job seekers in need of full-time certainty.
- Individuals without relevant academic backgrounds.
- Those disinterested in flexible or dynamic teaching conditions.
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
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.
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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.
Term adjunct instructor, Department of Geography & GIS
The Department of Geography & GIS in the College of Arts & Sciences is seeking qualified individuals as term adjunct instructor. On a part-time limited basis, the Adjunct Faculty member?s primary academic functions include teaching, discovering, creating, and reporting knowledge to students.
Appointments are renewed based upon departmental need, enrollments, and teaching performance. Classes may be day, evening, or online. Rank and compensation are based on experience and academic credentials.
On a part-time term-by-term basis, provide high-quality education by conducting and teaching assigned undergraduate and/or graduate-level courses and seminars in geography, geographic information sciences, and/or related courses that are offered through the department.
Evaluate student course work; work may also include serving as an academic adviser for students.
Review, and where necessary, respond in a timely manner to all University-related communications.
Attend at least one in-person scheduled meeting on campus each semester; complete at least one in-person training session / professional development offered through the university.
Academic degree in an appropriate discipline and prior teaching experience.
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 professional and educational backgrounds.
Must be able to effectively teach courses in all modalities (in-person, hybrid, and online).
- Academic degree in an appropriate disciple and prior teaching experience.
- 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.
Professional experience working with GIS, remote sensing, and/or cartography.
Working knowledge of a programming language related to GIS.
- Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.
Interested and qualified applicants must apply online; applicants must include a cover letter explaining interest in the position and a current CV / resume.
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:
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
To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html
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. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here: https://www.uscis.gov/i-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 .
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