Academic Tutor, Science Learning Lab, UC Blue Ash College

Academic Tutor, Science Learning Lab, UC Blue Ash College

The University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College invites applications for our Academic Tutor staff position in our Science Learning Lab. The college is one of the largest regional colleges in Ohio, located in Blue Ash, Ohio fifteen miles north of the Clifton campus, on 135 acres in a park-like setting. We offer primarily associate degrees in career and transition programs, as well as general education courses and technical baccalaureate degrees to approximately 5,100 students.

We value excellent teaching and personalized student support to help students achieve their goals, whether the goal is to enter a career or to continue education.

The academic tutor will support students, on an individual or small group basis, as they learn disciplinary content and implement study strategies to meet faculty expectations in courses such as Anatomy and Physiology, Biology for Health Professions, Biology, and Microbiology. These are required courses for undergraduate students majoring in nursing, dental hygiene, allied health, and veterinary technology, as well as biology and other scientific fields.

This position requires proficiency in English and the ability to communicate effectively with students in a fast-paced environment. Key responsibilities will be conveying difficult content in understandable language and helping students develop effective study skills for science courses. The role of academic tutor requires working collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students in the development of learning strategies.

Our Science Learning Lab supports the Biology and Chemistry departments by serving over 100 students daily. The selected candidate will have a commitment to engaging all students at an open-access college, helping them to succeed and achieve their goals. This will be a part-time position with an 80% full-time equivalency (FTE). The candidate will work out their final schedule with the lab director and other tutors, but in general, working hours may include mornings after 8:00 a.m., afternoons, early evenings, and possibly weekend hours.

Average weekly hours will be greater during the Fall and Spring semesters (approximately 32-38 hours per week). Summer semester would require approximately 28-32 hours/week. This position is eligible for benefits. This position is not eligible for a Visa sponsorship.

Required

Education:

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in a biological science (for example, Biology, Health Sciences, Neuroscience, or Physiology) or a related scientific or healthcare field.

Required Experience:

One (1) academic year of experience serving as a tutor, teacher, or teaching assistant in a biology-related field. OR One (1) year of professional experience in a related field, such as laboratory work or research in a biology-related field.

Additional Qualifications Considered:
Candidates with a Masters, PhD, MD, or other healthcare-related degree will also be considered. Previous experience in Anatomy and Physiology, Biology, or Microbiology at the college level.

Application Process:

Applicants must supply the following:
Cover letter that describes how your experience relates to the position. CV/resume A list of three (3) references with contact information.

Compensation and Benefits: UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. Highlights include:
Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information: $20.00 to $20.72 an hour 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…