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Adjunct Instructor, Horticulture-Intro to Wine

Inside Higher Ed
Cincinnati, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 5/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/5/2026
Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors

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Job OverviewThe BS Horticulture Program in the School of Planning in the College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning at the University of Cincinnati is seeking candidates to fill adjunct positions for lecture courses in the following subjects:

  • Horticulture 4082 Introduction to Wine.

This course is an introduction to wine and a review of many aspects of wine that are influenced by and influencing culture, history, geography, and economies. Through readings and discussion, this course reviews winemaking, health issues, the senses and their responses to wine, wine and food, and the taste of wine. Wine tastings of over 50 examples are designed to present practical experience with how vinification, viticulture, and terroir express themselves in the glass, as well as the differences that vintage, clonal origin and country of origin influence the flavors and textures of the final product. Students will be able to describe the basic steps of vinification and the necessary functions of viticulture. Describe the science of enology, including fermentation, chemistry and zymology. Identify the flavors and origins of major grape varietals. Describe the microbiology of olfactory and taste perception. Critique a wine for color, flavor, texture, smell, and flaws. Essential Functions

  • On a part-time basis, conduct and teach assigned undergraduate and/or graduate-level courses and seminars.
  • May serve as an academic advisor for students and evaluate student coursework.
  • Engage in other activities ancillary to or in support of responsibilities.
  • Review, and where necessary, respond in a timely manner to all University-related communications.
  • Other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Biology, Horticulture, Agriculture or Environmental Science, related to specific course content and 5 years relevant experience -OR - master's degree in Biology, Horticulture, Agriculture or Environmental Science, related to specific course content.

Additional Qualifications Considered

  • Prior teaching experience.
  • Documented work experience in field related to specific course content.
  • Demonstrated command of principles relevant to specific course content.

Application Process

  • Applicants should submit a CV, cover letter indicating course interest(s), and any relevant teaching or professional documentation. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until positions are filled

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Information

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

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html

UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider “easy apply” applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu.

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