As a premier, public urban research university, we are constantly seeking visionary individuals to take on the jobs at the University of Cincinnati. Our faculty and staff are the driving force behind student success, and it’s through a culture of excellence, innovation and collaboration that UC jobs shape tomorrow. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, apply to work at UC today.
We boast a 16:1 student-to-faculty ratio with full-time professors and adjuncts. As the leading research 1 university in the region, faculty members are internationally recognized for innovative teaching and research.
Staff efforts keep the university running smoothly through positions that support teaching efforts, maintain campus services, provide office support, and conduct research.
On and off campus, many meaningful UC jobs allow students the flexibility to meet their academic responsibilities while earning a paycheck.
Hiring at UC is handled by the individual colleges and departments who evaluate and select their own candidates and new hires. We know how much time and effort goes into your application, which is why no matter what, a person, not a computer, will review and evaluate all of your materials.
Current UC employees interested in applying to a new job will need to do so internally through SuccessFactors
All UC jobs can be applied to online. Our application process starts with an applicant profile - make sure your profile is thorough and current. Once you have a profile you can apply to any job posting, at any time - just log in and start searching.
Once you’ve submitted your application, the hiring process and timeline is set by the hiring department and varies by area and position. You can access your Profile at any time to see the progress of your application by logging into your account.
If you need accommodations to assist with the application process, please contact us at (513) 556-6381. Computers are available in the Human Resources office Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm if you need access to a computer.
You got an interview, hooray! This is our chance to get to know you, learn about your experience, and understand your unique skills. With that said, it’s also your chance to get to know us! Be sure to come prepared with any questions you may have regarding the role. We’re excited to meet you!
The hiring authority from the college or department of the role will determine the specific interview process. It may be virtual, in person, or both, and there may be more than one interview. Some roles may require testing, either written or practical. If this is required, we will guide you through this process.
After the interview, someone from UC will follow up with you either via email or a phone call to provide feedback or any potential next steps.
Now for the most exciting part! If you are determined to be the best person for the role, you will receive a verbal offer followed by a written offer with role details and information about UC’s benefits package.
Once you accept your role online, a required background check will be performed and your start date will be decided.
The onboarding process is designed to help set you up for success in your new role. You will be able to attend a virtual new hire onboarding session that will help you get to know UC, learn about your benefits and meet other new hires.
From there, your new department will conduct your training and help you acclimate to your role. UC is a great place to work and offers ongoing development and career opportunities, including tuition remission for employees and immediate family members.
UC is committed to offering competitive benefits plans that maximize our ability to recruit, retain and reward highly qualified faculty and staff. Most of our benefit plans, such as medical, dental and vision, begin on the first day of employment.
As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).
UC employees are granted lots of flexibility with hybrid work options and multiple beautiful campus locations. In addition to being named a “green university” by Princeton Review, UC was named one of the world’s most beautiful campuses by Forbes and Delta Sky magazines.
2600 Clifton Ave.
Cincinnati, OH 45220
5678 Planville Road
Cincinnati, OH 45200
4200 Clermont College Drive
Batavia, Ohio 45103
Hiring for positions at UC Health or the University of Cincinnati Foundation are handled by those entities. Interested applicants can find more information on available positions online.
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The University of Cincinnati has pioneered bold change for 200 years. Next Lives Here, which builds on our past, is meant to disrupt academia's conventional ways of thinking and doing, to define our next 200 years. It outlines an inventive framework that includes three platforms supported by nine pathways.
We intend to use this inventive framework to ignite the curiosity of our students, inspire our faculty and staff, and unleash ingenuity to create an environment that provides freedom to learn, explore, and innovate.
President
Neville Pinto
Interim Provost
Kristi Nelson
Board Chair
Monica Turner
The University of Cincinnati Staff Senate is an advisory body to the President of the University and the University administration. Staff Senate endeavors to have a duly representative membership from among various colleges, divisions and departments.
The Faculty Senate works cooperatively with the President, the Board of Trustees, and the Provost Office; the many integral units around campus that provide support for faculty, students, and staff; and the students themselves. The Faculty Senate includes over one hundred representatives from the multiple campuses on which faculty teach, conduct research, engage in scholarship, and provide service to the university.
At the University of Cincinnati, we pride ourselves on fostering a vibrant and close-knit community where every individual is valued and empowered to thrive. Our campus is renowned for its dynamic atmosphere, where students, faculty and staff come together as a supportive family. Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do, creating an environment where innovation flourishes and opportunities abound.
As Bearcats, the city of Cincinnati is our main source of energy and inspiration. We’re constantly working to make our community a better place through outreach, partnerships and innovation. Our commitment to a better world is reflected in the Cincinnati Innovation District, where we solve problems that matter through engagement, innovation and impact.
It’s no surprise we invest in educational excellence for our students, but we also understand the importance of investing in lifelong learning for our faculty and staff as well. To support your growth, the following resources are available to all employees:
Please contact Human Resources to request accommodations for the application process.
The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The University of Cincinnati is required by federal law to comply with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA). In accordance with these acts, each year UC prepares an Annual Security and Fire Report. This report contains campus crime and fire statistics for the previous three years on all UC campuses, as well as, policies for Title IX, Student Conduct and Community Standards, Public Safety and more.
March 26, 2025
Olivia Enriquez began 2025 with a surprise request that included a trip halfway around the world to help a community in need.
March 25, 2025
The UC College-Conservatory of Music congratulates Douglas Knehans, Professor of Composition, who was recently named the recipient of the 2025 Wachtmeister Award. Awarded every two years by the Virginia Center for the Creative Arts (VCCA), the prize includes a 30 day residency at Mt. San Angelo in the foothills of Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains, as well as a $1,000 honorarium and a travel stipend.
March 25, 2025
The energy inside the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine’s Kresge Auditorium was electric on Friday, March 21, 2025, as 169 fourth-year medical students eagerly gathered with family, friends, faculty and staff for the highly anticipated Match Day 2025 ceremony. The event marked the culmination of years of dedication, hard work and perseverance, with students learning where they will continue their medical training through residency programs.
March 18, 2025
Anne Lofaso, an employment and labor law scholar, has joined the University of Cincinnati College of Law faculty.
February 24, 2025
SlashGear talks to UC College of Engineering and Applied Science Distinguished Research Professor Ephraim Gutmark about his efforts to dampen the noise of jet engines in his aerospace engineering lab.
January 31, 2025
Anne Lofaso, a professor at UC Law, spoke with Bloomberg Law for an online story about a legal battle between Google LLC and a union representing YouTube contract workers.
