Assistant Director Academic, Biology, College of Arts and Sciences
Content + Source + Freshness • 11 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Moderate value due to foundational teaching responsibilities in a critical academic program.
- Stable position with teaching responsibilities at a respected institution
- Potential for new educators to gain teaching experience
- Limited growth opportunities and demands of large class sizes
- Requires strong organizational skills
Pros
- Opportunity to influence and prepare future healthcare professionals
- Stable working environment with predictable hours
- Strong institutional benefits and resources for educators
Cons
- Limited growth potential in this entry-level position
- Requirement to teach large classes, which can be challenging
- May require additional administrative work beyond teaching
Who it's for
Entry to Early-Level • On-site
Good fit
- New educators wanting to gain valuable teaching experience
- Individuals passionate about biology and health sciences
- Candidates interested in a stable teaching position
Not recommended for
- Experienced professionals seeking higher-level positions
- Those who prefer non-teaching roles
- Candidates who are not comfortable with large classroom settings
Motivation fit
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About the job
Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati 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. As the only life science department on the (Uptown) UC West Campus, the Department of Biological Sciences is dedicated to achieving excellence in a wide variety of undergraduate instruction for biology majors and non-majors and graduate training. Additional details can be found in the department’s website (https://www.artsci.uc.edu/departments/biology.html). The individual must be able to teach multiple laboratory sections of a large 2000 level Human Anatomy and Physiology course (approximately 800 students per semester) aimed mostly at undergraduates seeking future training and careers in nursing and a variety of allied health professions. To accommodate future changes in enrollment, the individual may also be required to teach future lecture section(s) of Anatomy and Physiology or assume other responsibilities. The exact responsibilities may be modified as enrollment needs change, and classes may be offered during the day or evening. Additional responsibilities include holding regular office hours to meet with students, replying to student communications in a timely manner and coordinating and collaborating with all the faculty and staff and faculty teaching and supporting the course. Bachelor’s Degree Academic positions will require specific educational credentials and experience related to the program for which the position is responsible. Interested and qualified applicants must apply online and include the following: • A resume including a list of all completed collegiate-level courses in the sciences. • A cover letter (explaining your interest in the position). • A statement of teaching philosophy and best practices. Compensation and Benefits UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. Eligibility varies by position and FTE. 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: FOR ALL FACULTY HIRES OFFICIAL ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS WILL BE REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF HIRE 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. REQ: 100234
Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,000 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 350,000 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 $88.8 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. About the Department of Biological Sciences
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