Instructor/Assistant Professor - Educator, Mathematical Sciences

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Job Overview

The Department of Mathematical Sciences in the College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Cincinnati is seeking applicants for a full-time teaching faculty member (non-tenure track) at the Instructor-Educator or Assistant Professor-Educator rank. The anticipated start date for this position is August 15, 2026. The rank at appointment will be commensurate with credentials.

The successful candidate will join a team dedicated to improving STEM education. Educator faculty in the Department of Mathematical Sciences are committed to using innovative and scholarly ideas for instruction and other pedagogical initiatives. Educator faculty take the lead in course coordination, undergraduate curriculum development, and mentoring teaching assistants and other instructors.

Essential Functions

• Teaching Mathematics courses at the undergraduate level (both in person and online),
• Using educational technologies such as Canvas and Teams to teach/communicate with students and collaborate with other faculty; becoming proficient with the use of new educational technologies as needed,
• Collaborating with other faculty in multi-section courses,
• Ongoing professional development, and
• Engaging in service to the department which may include but is not limited to serving on committees, new course development, and leading instructional teams of coordinated courses.

Minimum Requirements

For appointment at the Assistant Professor Educator rank, prior to the effective date of the appointment:

• a PhD in Mathematics or closely related field

For appointment at the Instructor Educator rank, prior to the effective date of the appointment, all of the following:

• a Master's degree in Mathematics or closely related field, and
• two academic years' experience teaching college-level courses in mathematics

Application Process

Candidates must submit the following documents online here and on Mathjobs.org (

• Cover letter detailing your interest and qualifications for the position.
• Copy of curriculum vitae.
• Description of teaching experience, if applicable. This is a brief description of courses taught (including level of course responsibility - course developer, course coordinator, primary instructor, teaching assistant, other) and prior experience with non-traditional pedagogical methods or use of instructional technology, if any.
• Candidates must also arrange to have three confidential letters of recommendation submitted via mathjobs.org. One or more of the letters should address teaching experience and quality of teaching (if applicable).

Review of applications will begin December 30, 2025, and the posting will remain open until the position is filled.

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

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