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of candidates from which qualified faculty roles will be filled. The number of positions varies depending on the needs of the department and there is no guarantee that an open position currently exists. Appointments are renewed based on departmental need and teaching performance. Classes may be day or evening. Rank and compensation are based on experience and academic credentials. 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 Overview The University of Cincinnati Klekamp College of Law, an ABA-accredited law school, seeks lawyers and judges to teach a Criminal Procedure: Adjudicative Process course to students on a part-time basis during Spring 2027. This course covers the basic rules for post-arrest criminal litigation. Sources include constitutions, statutes and court rules, ethical codes, performance standards, research data, and appellate decisions interpreting these primary materials. Topics include the right to counsel; charging decisions; pretrial detention; discovery and investigation; plea bargaining; speedy trial and double jeopardy; jury selection; additional trial rights, including compulsory process and confrontation of witnesses; sentencing; and appeal/post-conviction procedures. The goal is for students to have a clear understanding of the rules, their underlying theories, and their real-world consequences. The law school?s adjunct faculty, drawn from the region?s most distinguished jurists and practitioners, offers a wealth of practical experience and special expertise to our students. The law school uses adjuncts to enrich the curriculum with specialized courses, unique perspectives, and more choices than we might otherwise offer. With adjunct faculty, students can experience different pedagogical approaches and gain access to leading practitioners and judges. Adjunct faculty are also valuable in teaching about newly emerging or rapidly changing areas of law. Adjunct professors are part-time, non-tenure/tenure track employees who teach specific courses during specific semesters as agreed. The College is currently seeking applicants to teach Criminal Procedure: Adjudicative Process. Essential Functions Prepare for your course, which includes preparing the syllabus, selecting any unique teaching materials, selecting books for student purchase, preparing course materials and assessments/exams, and devising lesson plans. Syllabi include course descriptions, learning objectives, assessment/exam dates, teaching and exam policies, required and recommended materials, assignments, and College/University policies. Provide a classroom environment conducive to learning. Teach the assigned course(s) using pedagogical and other teaching methods fairly and effectively. Track student attendance and refer students to the Administration if required for attendance and/or performance issues. When appropriate, use the institution?s learning management platforms (Canvas) to post assignments, syllabi and other reference materials, and to communicate with students. Read submitted student work and assessments/exams and provide written comments to students in a timely manner to provide feedback on performance. Establish and meet with students during ?office hours? to provide individualized direction and assessment of progress. To ensure the proper number of teaching hours is completed, work with Administration to schedule make-up classes for any cancelled classes. Grade all mid-term and final exam papers/exams, and other assessments as appropriate and in accordance with the College?s rules and submit those grades per timelines established by the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs. Review student-completed course evaluations to analyze student perceptions of your teaching and to provide insight into possible teaching improvements. Adhere to all University and College of Law policies. Complete all employment documentation and any required trainings. Minimum Requirements Hold the Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school or the equivalent. Five years post-J.D. work experience in legal practice or a related field, though exceptions will be made for an applicant with fewer years of experience when that person co-teaches with someone who has the minimum experience. Communicate effectively. Maintain professional composure and demeanor at all times. Promote vision, mission, and core values of the College. Additional Qualifications Considered Prior teaching experience is desirable, but not essential. Applicants, however, must demonstrate evidence of teaching potential. Face-to-face instruction is the default mode of teaching, though the College will approve distance learning instruction under conditions outlined in its Distance Learning Policy. Application Information Applicants should submit a cv, a list of course(s) and/or area(s) of teaching interest, and a cover letter. This posting is not a guarantee of an open position. Applications will be reviewed and accepted on a continual basis. Kimberly D. Bailey, Associate Dean of Academic Affairs, baile2kr@uc.ucmail.edu Physical Requirements/Work Environment 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 Link ) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE. Highlights include: Pay Rate Information: Tuition Remission As a part-time employee, UC provides a limited tuition remission benefit based on role. Tuition remission covers 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). Real Work-Life Balance UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including: Vacation and sick time ? pro-rated by FTE. Includes paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days). Additional Benefits Include: Competitive salary based on experience Professional development & mentorship opportunities University employee discount program 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. 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 UC HR at jobs@uc.edu . **FOR ALL FACULTY HIRES OFFICIAL ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS WILL BE REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF HIRE Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans. REQ: 103664
