Represented Adjunct, Manufacturing Engineering Technology, UC Clermont

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Represented Adjunct, Manufacturing Engineering Technology, UC Clermont

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Start Date:

6/3/26

Work Arrangement:
Onsite

Current UC employees must apply internally via Success Factors

Classes may be day or evening. Rank and compensation are based on experience and academic credentials. Adjunct appointments are renewed based on departmental need and teaching performance.

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About UC Clermont

UC Clermont is an open-admissions regional campus of the University of Cincinnati located in Batavia, Ohio, with an enrollment of approximately 3,000 students. UC Clermont is committed to fostering diversity as well as intellectual, cultural, and social development in our community. The college offers a variety of certificates, associate degrees, technical degrees, and transfer programs, along with several bachelor's degree completion pathways.

Job Overview

The University of Cincinnati Clermont College invites applications for a full-time, AAUP Represented Adjunct faculty position in the Manufacturing Engineering Technology (MET) program beginning August 15, 2026. This is a Represented Adjunct faculty position at either the Instructor or Assistant Professor level (rank commensurate with credentials). It is a non-tenure track, contract renewable position with teaching (40%) and service/professional activities (45%) responsibilities equal to 85% full-time equivalent (FTE).

The service/professional activities portion of the position will primarily encompass Manufacturing Engineering Technology Laboratory Manager responsibilities supporting instructional laboratories, equipment operations, outreach activities, and long-term program development initiatives.

Initial contract length is three (3) years, with subsequent reappointments ranging from two to five years. This position is anticipated to be long-term and includes representation by the American Association of University Professors (AAUP) bargaining unit and contracted benefits.

Essential Functions

Teaching Responsibilities (40%)

* Teach Manufacturing Engineering Technology (MET) and related engineering technology courses in lecture and laboratory settings. Required teaching responsibilities are composed of an average of 2-6 contact hours (usually 1 to 2 courses) in each of Fall and Spring semesters.

* Support student learning through laboratory instruction, open lab hours, tutoring, and project assistance.

* Develop and maintain instructional materials, laboratory exercises, and safety documentation as required.

* Support curriculum, assessment, and program development initiatives related to MET and future program pathways.

Service / Professional Activities - Laboratory Manager Responsibilities (45%)

* Manage and maintain manufacturing and engineering technology laboratory equipment including CNC, PLC, robotics, industrial electronics, 3D printing and related systems.

* Coordinate laboratory setup, teardown, scheduling, safety compliance, inventory, and equipment readiness.

* Provide technical support to faculty and students during laboratory activities.

* Support outreach, recruitment, industry partnerships, and workforce engagement activities as needed.

* Assist with long-term laboratory planning, equipment modernization, and program growth initiatives.

Required Education

* Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology or a closely related field.

Required Experience

* Industry experience in manufacturing, electronics, automation, robotics, controls, or mechatronics laboratory equipment.

* Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and maintain technical equipment and laboratory systems.

* Experience with technical or engineering documentation to include mechanical, electrical, and electronics drawings or diagrams.

* Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

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