Lecturer - Geosciences - College of Integrated Studies - 20884 (UPDATED and EXTENDED)
ATTENTION:
The College of Integrated Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Rock County Campus seeks an instructor for three fall 2024 geography courses (Lecturer, TL020).
This will be a fixed-term appointment. Reappointment for subsequent terms is dependent upon the needs of the University, funding, staffing requirements, and external forces. For information on fixed-term contracts, please see UW System Admin Policy 1250: Job Security.
JOB DETAILS:
The instructor would be responsible for the following fall 2024 geography courses:
Physical Geography (an intro Phys Geog 5 credit Nat Sci/Lab Sci)
- GEO 125 - Physical Geography, face-2-face format with lecture and labs on M and W
Environmental Sustainability
- GEO 130 - Environmental Sustainability, lecture format.
Disasters, Living on the Edge (an intro Natural Disasters course, 3 credit Nat Sci).
- GEO-GLG 170 - Disasters, Living on the Edge, remote format, some flexibility by instructor
Also, hold appropriate office hours, attend orientation activities, perform required course administration including - syllabus, grading, and reporting tasks.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum qualifications:
- Masters degree or higher in geography, environment, geosciences or related field.
Preferred qualifications:
- Preference will be given to candidates with successful college course teaching experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations, including necessary training and drills
- Ability to interact respectfully with people from diverse socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds
UNIVERSITY INFORMATION:
UW-Whitewater is a thriving public university located in southeastern Wisconsin. It leads the way in providing world-class, affordable higher education programs to more students than neighboring regional comprehensives in the University of Wisconsin System. A collaborative team of 1,300 faculty and staff are devoted to the success of the university's 11,000 students at its main and Rock County campuses. The team provides high-impact practices and academic programs - online and in person - from associate to doctoral levels. Recognized nationally for affordability, inclusion, and career development, UWW has approximately one-third first-generation students and boasts strength in many areas, especially business and education. The campus and community embrace the Warhawk Family spirit, supporting the university's arts and nationally recognized NCAA Division-III level championship athletics. As a proud institution of access, more than 10 percent of undergraduate students use the acclaimed Center for Students with Disabilities - a priority mission since the 1970s.
UW-Whitewater's campuses are located centrally near Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago, offering easy access to the cultural and commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas. Near both Lake Geneva and the Wisconsin Dells, the area attracts numerous visitors from across the country. Whitewater is a vibrant college community near the Kettle Moraine State Forest offering area residents seasonal outdoor enjoyment. The nearby Rock County campus is located in Janesville, a town of 60,000 located on the Rock River and known as Wisconsin's Park Place.
Belonging and mattering are central to the university's culture, and UW-Whitewater strives to maintain an environment where individual and collective efforts are valued and celebrated. The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and actively seeks and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and veterans.
ORGANIZATION INFORMATION:
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is part of the 13-campus University of Wisconsin System (https://www.wisconsin.edu).
Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants may indicate in writing that their identity should be kept confidential. In response to a public records request, the University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(a).
Per Regent Policy Document 20-19, University of Wisconsin System Criminal Background Check Policy and UW System Administrative Policy 1275 Recruitment Policies, UW-Whitewater requires criminal background checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire, whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently under investigation for, or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater requires that all employees be active participants in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.
For UW-Whitewater Campus safety information and crime statistics/annual Security Report, see Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. If you would like a paper copy of the report please contact the UW-Whitewater Police at 262-472-4660.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
This is a 75% position and salary is based on a full-time salary of up to $44,667. At this rate the instructor is qualified to receive health and retirement benefits.
UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package. To learn more about the UW System's comprehensive benefit package, review the UW System Employee Benefits Brochure.
CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT:
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources. UW-Whitewater is not an e-verify employer, therefore STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION:
This posting with remain open until filled. However, next review of applications will take place August 6th, 2024. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.
If you have questions regarding this recruitment or if you are unable to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact us at (262) 472-1024 or hr@uww.edu
For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Toni Forrester
608-898-5072
TO APPLY:
Only complete application packages will be considered. This includes online submission of the following documents:
- Letter of interest describing your background, with emphasis on teaching qualifications and teaching philosophy, in the context of our needs
- Current curriculum vita, and recent student evaluations if available
- Unofficial copies of graduate and undergraduate transcripts
- Names and contact information (e-mail address, phone number) of at least three references familiar with your academic career and teaching experience
This Job ID is 20884.
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