Adjunct Instructor, Fashion Design, College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning

Current UC employees must apply internally via Success Factors. You are invited to apply to be considered for one of multiple vacancies of the same position. The number of positions varies depending on the needs of the department. Rank and compensation will be based on experience and academic credentials.

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 is a Carnegie I institution that combines research prowess with a dynamic campus setting. UC is the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District and offers a strong co‑op program, academic health system, and membership in the Big 12 Conference.

The Myron Ullman Jr. School of Design (SOD) prepares students to be skilled professionals in global markets while respecting the human community. SOD is innovative in teaching and in transforming design disciplines through learning with the newest design‑thinking methods and technologies.

Adjunct instructors support the mission of the program by teaching core curriculum courses and collaborating with faculty. They are expected to conduct classes with professionalism and dedication to academic excellence. Adjunct Faculty may be asked to communicate with other faculty in multi‑section courses but will not develop new course syllabi independently.

• On a part‑time basis, conduct and teach assigned undergraduate and/or graduate‑level courses and seminars.
• Serve as an academic advisor for students and evaluate student coursework.
• Engage in ancillary activities that support responsibilities.
• Respond promptly to all University‑related communications.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design or a closely related field and a minimum of 5 years industry experience, or a Master’s Degree in Fashion Design or a closely related field.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to present complex material to students.
• Ability to work collaboratively with individuals across the department, program, school, and University.

• Expertise in Adobe CC suite, especially Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
• Skill in drawing technical flat sketches in Illustrator and in communicating technical details.
• Experience developing digital mood and concept boards with attention to composition and layout.
• Contemporary knowledge of fashion design portfolio development and presentation.

Complete an Applicant Profile and officially apply through the online applicant portal. Submit the following:

• CV or Resume.
• Letter of Interest that states your area of teaching experience.
• Portfolio link or web address (no more than 2 MB).

• Office environment; no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support well‑being, financial security, and work‑life balance. Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include a competitive salary based on experience, comprehensive health coverage, flexible spending accounts, wellness programs, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits also include tuition remission for eligible students and dependents, robust retirement plans (state pension options or Alternative Retirement Plan with UC contribution of 14–18 % of salary), generous time‑off policies (vacation, sick time, 11 paid holidays, winter season days, 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents), and more.

UC is an E‑Verify employer. If hired, applicants must provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility via acceptable original forms of identification for the Federal I‑9 process. All faculty hires will require official academic transcripts at the time of hire.

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