Adjunct Instructor, Horticulture Hops and Hemp Field Experience
 University of Cincinnati | |
paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, employee discount
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 United States, Ohio, Cincinnati | |
 Oct 22, 2026 | |
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The College of Design, Architecture, Art, andPlanning at the University of Cincinnati is a world-renowned college, home to many highly ranked programs, andpart of the largest public research university in Southwest Ohio.
The BS Horticulture Program in the School of Planning in the College of Design, Architecture, Art, andPlanning at the University of Cincinnati is seeking candidates to fill adjunct positions for lecture courses in the following subjects:
Course Overview, Description, Purpose In this class, students will develop a working familiarity with hop and hemp cultivation by growing plants in a commercially viable way. Students will research best practices and best cultivars for local growth conditions. They will harvest and take the first steps in processing the plants in preparation for sale as food, fiber, CBD oil, or for sale to microbreweries. Additionally, students will visit established hop yards and hemp fields, participating in activities as appropriate. This is a hands-on class that requires field trips and active participation in growing both hops and hemp.
On a part-time limited basis, the Adjunct Faculty member's primary academic functions include teaching, discovering, creating, andreporting knowledge to students. Essential Functions
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