Adjunct Instructor, CEAS Fire Science

Job Overview

The Fire Science program at the University of Cincinnati seeks a qualified term adjunct (part-time) faculty to bring experience and guidance to our students in the Firefighter / Emergency management field.

Adjunct faculty will bring into the course applicable experience that is crucial for demonstrating real world applications of principles learned during their Associates and Baccalaureate program.

They will be responsible for developing and / or teach online, or in person, for the degree programs in Fire Science. Specific courses include, but not limited to : Terrorism Awareness & Prep, Fire Prevention Organizations and Management, Community Risk Reduction, Community Paramedicine, and UAVs.

Essential Functions

• They will be required to :
• Develop course material, including syllabus for the assign courses
• Engage students in the online and / or classroom environment
• Mentor and monitor student progress
• Work in conjunction with other Fire Science professors
• Be accessible to students by phone or email / chat during office hours or at pre-arranged appointment times
• Submit final grades at the close of the term

Minimum Requirements

Master’s degree in relevant field (Public Administration, Criminal Justice, etc.) or Bachelor’s degree in Fire Science, Criminal Justice, Public Administration or other relevant areas of studies with significant professional experience.

Compensation and Benefits UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family.

Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare.

Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

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