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Teaching Faculty

University of Wisconsin Madison
$56,000 ACADEMIC (9 months)
paid time off
United States, Wisconsin, Madison
21 North Park Street (Show on map)
Oct 26, 2024
Job Summary: The Department of Life Sciences Communication is a leader in science communication research, teaching and practice. We offer programs at the bachelor, master, and doctoral levels. Learn more about LSC by visiting our website: https://lsc.wisc.edu/. The Incumbent will teach the following two classes for Spring 2025. LSC 332: Digital and Print Media Design Principles and techniques of effective layout with desktop publishing software for specialized print and electronic publications. Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays 2:30 to 3:45 pm Location: 137 Hiram Smith Hall Course Capacity: 28 LSC 532: Web Design for the Sciences Provides an opportunity to design websites that focus on agricultural, life and social sciences. It covers characteristics of web users, science information goals for websites, needs assessment, search strategies, formative evaluations, legal issues. Time: Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:30 to 10:45 am Location: 137 Hiram Smith Hall Course Capacity: 28 The Incumbent will teach the following two classes for Summer 2025. LSC 332: Digital and Print Media Design Principles and techniques of effective layout with desktop publishing software for specialized print and electronic publications. Time: TBD Location: Asynchronous Course Capacity: 15 LSC 432: Social Media for the Sciences Explores social media communication and tools specific to the life sciences, and will be centered on building the student's social media presence. Time: TBD Location: Asynchronous Course Capacity: 40 The College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS) is committed to maintaining and growing a culture that embraces diversity, inclusion, and equity, believing that these values are foundational elements of our excellence and fundamental components of a positive and enriching learning and working environment for all students, faculty, and staff. At CALS, we acknowledge that bias, prejudice, racism, and hate have historically occurred in many forms that cause significant and lasting harm to members of our community. We commit to taking actions each day toward a college that is inclusive and welcoming to all. Responsibilities: Provides classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction associated with more than one lecture or laboratory course, assists with the design and execution of administrative functions associated with academic instruction and the development of pedagogy/andragogy or assessment tools and resources to support quality student learning. Provides for-credit instruction in formats such as classroom, online and/or laboratory settings, including grading. Serves as an instructor of record. 5% Assists in developing techniques and/or model programs for carrying out instructional goals in disciplinary area and may help identify ways in which new techniques could be of assistance 5% Assesses learner performance and prepares reports recommending instructional improvements 5% Develops teaching techniques that enhance course effectiveness in alignment with desired outcomes and established strategy 80% Provides classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction, including grading 5% Supervises the day to day activities of work unit employees involved in instructional support as needed Institutional Statement on Diversity: Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals. The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion Education: Required Master's Degree Communications or Related Field Qualifications: Required: - Experience in Web Design - Experience with content creation in Print and Electronic Media Design Preferred: - Previous teaching experience or transferable skills with motivation to excel in higher education Work Type: Part Time: 60% It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Appointment Type, Duration: Terminal, 8 month appointment. This position has the possibility to be extended or converted to an ongoing appointment based on need and/or funding Salary: Minimum $56,000 ACADEMIC (9 months) Depending on Qualifications Actual salary will depend on experience and qualifications. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Additional benefits information can be found at: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/fasl.pdf Additional Information: -This is a terminal position with a planned end date of 08/18/2025. A successful hire will be expected to start teaching when classes start on 01/21/2025. -Criminal Background Check may be required -Evaluation/Probationary Period may be required How to Apply: Click on the "Apply Online" button to start the application process. You will be prompted to upload the following documents/Application Materials: Resume (required) - Detail your educational and professional background Cover letter (required) - Refer to your related work experience References (required) - List contact information for three (3) references, including your current/most recent supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notice. It's important that your cover letter and resume reflect your experience for this position related to the Qualifications section. Your application materials will be used during our evaluation to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. If invited for an interview, candidates will be asked to bring in examples of relatable work. Examples include, but are not limited to, social media posts, newsletters, websites, etc. Contact: Erik Badertscher ebadertscher@wisc.edu 608-262-1463 Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. Official Title: Teaching Faculty I(TL025) Department(s): A07-COL OF AG & LIFE SCIENCES/LIFE SCI COMM Employment Class: Academic Staff-Terminal Job Number: 307510-AS The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. 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