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Job Title: Academic Tutor (Part Time) Science Learning Lab, UC Blue Ash College
Posting Start Date: 3/12/26
Work Arrangement: Onsite
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About 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 University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College is one of the largest regional colleges in Ohio. The college is in Blue Ash, Ohio fifteen miles north of the uptown 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 college is a recipient of the Cincinnati Business Courier 2021 Best Places to Work award, and, in 2025, earned national recognition for student opportunity and success, being named Opportunity Colleges and Universities, a distinction awarded to institutions that serve as national models for advancing student success.
Job Overview
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 Chemistry for Health Professions, Anatomy and Physiology, and Biology for Health Professions. These are required courses for undergraduate students majoring in nursing, dental hygiene, allied health, veterinary technology as well as biology, chemistry, 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.
This academic tutor will work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students to develop new learning strategies for students. The selected candidate will have a commitment to engaging all students at an open-access college. Our Science Learning Lab serves over 100 students daily, helping them to succeed and achieve their goals.
This will be a part-time position with 50% full-time equivalency (FTE). The candidate will have flexibility to work out their final schedule with the lab director, but in general, the candidate would work around 25 to 30 hours per week during the busier Fall and Spring semesters with no scheduled hours during the summer or winter break. The scheduled hours may include mornings after 8:00 am or early evenings, depending on need and availability.
Essential Functions

• Provide one-on-one and small group tutoring.
• Help students develop study plans and strategies.
• Guide students to additional support services to help them meet challenges.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to provide supplemental instruction to students seeking assistance both in-person and occassionally, online.
• Compile reports on student utilization of tutoring services.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need.
• Assist students with basic technology skills.

Required Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in chemistry or biological science (for example, Biology, biochemistry, 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 chemistry or biology-related field.
Additional Qualifications Considered

• Candidates with a Masters, PhD, MD, or other healthcare-related degree will also be considered.
• Previous teaching experience in Chemistry, Biology, or Anatomy and Physiology at the college level.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

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

Application Process
Applicants must supply the following:

• Cover letter that describes how you are uniquely qualified for the position.
• CV/resume

The following should be uploaded into the 'additional documents' section:

• A list of three (3) professional references and their contact information
• A copy of the unofficial/official transcripts of your terminal degree

Compensation and Benefits
UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. 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 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

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