Assistant Professor, Information Technology, Tenure-Track, UC Blue Ash College
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH
ID: 7291956
Posted: Recently posted
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Job Description
Job Overview
The University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College Department of MPCS invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position of Information Technology (IT), beginning August 15, 2025. The standard teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester. Instructors are required to teach in-person classes, which may include evening courses. Some classes may also be offered with online or hybrid options. Class sizes normally range from 15-30 students.
Essential Functions
Teach IT courses such as Systems Administration, Introduction to Networking, Programming, Web Development, and Databases. There will be opportunities to teach courses in Artificial Intelligence.
Participate in the governance and committee work of the Department, College, and University such as but not limited to search committees, the Technology Committee, and the Faculty Senate Academic Affairs Committee.
Engage in ongoing professional development in the discipline of information technology and/or the scholarship of teaching and learning such as attending workshops/seminars/conferences, presenting at seminars/conferences, and publishing articles.
Faculty members will be expected to use our course management system (Canvas) and any textbook-specific systems, as well as other relevant classroom technology.
Hold regular office hours to meet with students.
Using best practices, continually evaluate student coursework.
There will be an opportunity for some release time for program directing in Information Technology, which would include duties such as adapting and maintaining the IT program, coordinating textbook selection, serving as the program contact person for advising, and working on noncredit offerings such as earning micro credentials and other short-term recognitions that will suit professionals in the field.
Minimum Requirements
Prior to the effective date of the appointment, all of the following are required:
• A Master’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field and
• One (1) academic year of teaching experience in IT, Computer Science, or related field at the college level.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must apply online to Requisition #97515 at jobs.uc.edu. Applicants must electronically submit the following to their application (1) a curriculum vitae (2) a cover letter, including why you are interested in the position at UC Blue Ash (3) a statement of teaching experience and philosophy (4) a copy of syllabi from the candidate’s most recent college-level course taught (5) unofficial copy of graduate transcripts, and (6) a list of three to five references who can address the candidate's teaching and professional experience, with complete contact information.
Applications will be reviewed beginning January 10, 2025 but the position will remain open until filled.
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 of $60,000 - $63,000 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.
The University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College Department of MPCS invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position of Information Technology (IT), beginning August 15, 2025. The standard teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester. Instructors are required to teach in-person classes, which may include evening courses. Some classes may also be offered with online or hybrid options. Class sizes normally range from 15-30 students.
Essential Functions
Teach IT courses such as Systems Administration, Introduction to Networking, Programming, Web Development, and Databases. There will be opportunities to teach courses in Artificial Intelligence.
Participate in the governance and committee work of the Department, College, and University such as but not limited to search committees, the Technology Committee, and the Faculty Senate Academic Affairs Committee.
Engage in ongoing professional development in the discipline of information technology and/or the scholarship of teaching and learning such as attending workshops/seminars/conferences, presenting at seminars/conferences, and publishing articles.
Faculty members will be expected to use our course management system (Canvas) and any textbook-specific systems, as well as other relevant classroom technology.
Hold regular office hours to meet with students.
Using best practices, continually evaluate student coursework.
There will be an opportunity for some release time for program directing in Information Technology, which would include duties such as adapting and maintaining the IT program, coordinating textbook selection, serving as the program contact person for advising, and working on noncredit offerings such as earning micro credentials and other short-term recognitions that will suit professionals in the field.
Minimum Requirements
Prior to the effective date of the appointment, all of the following are required:
• A Master’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field and
• One (1) academic year of teaching experience in IT, Computer Science, or related field at the college level.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must apply online to Requisition #97515 at jobs.uc.edu. Applicants must electronically submit the following to their application (1) a curriculum vitae (2) a cover letter, including why you are interested in the position at UC Blue Ash (3) a statement of teaching experience and philosophy (4) a copy of syllabi from the candidate’s most recent college-level course taught (5) unofficial copy of graduate transcripts, and (6) a list of three to five references who can address the candidate's teaching and professional experience, with complete contact information.
Applications will be reviewed beginning January 10, 2025 but the position will remain open until filled.
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 of $60,000 - $63,000 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.