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Assistant Professor - Tenure-Track Faculty Position, Science Education K-12 - Curriculum and

Employer
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
Location
Wisconsin, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Oct 4, 2022


ATTENTION:

The Department of Curriculum and Instruction at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater seeks applications for an assistant professor tenure-track position in Science Education K-12 beginning August 2023.



QUALIFICATIONS:

We are seeking candidates with strong credentials in science education with a minimum of three years teaching science full-time (for any grade levels 6 through 12); equivalent background to qualify for a Wisconsin license to teach Science grades 4 - 12; an earned doctorate in science education or equivalent ; and an established record of scholarly productivity, or a demonstrated potential with a well-developed research agenda. ABD candidates may apply, but must have their degree completed by the contract start date in August 2023; if not, the successful candidate will be hired on a one-year contract with the understanding that their degree will be completed before January 2024 in advance of their first scheduled review.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Ability to interact respectfully and work collaboratively with people from diverse socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including students, parents, staff, and faculty.
  • Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations, including necessary training and drills.


RESPONSIBILITIES:

The faculty member in this 9-month, full-time, tenure-track position will be responsible for research, service, teaching, supervising, and advising. Responsibilities include teaching graduate and undergraduate science methods courses (preparing teacher candidates to teach science in grades K-12), supervising field experiences, advising undergraduate and graduate students, coordinating the science education licensure program, and working directly with area schools to coordinate science teaching activities as part of course experiences. Faculty at UW-W may be required to teach in a variety of modalities and formats, including in-person, online, hybrid, with courses potentially scheduled in evenings, weekends, and at off-campus sites.

Research responsibilities include establishing and maintaining a research agenda related to science education. In addition, faculty members serve as advisors/mentors to students and are encouraged to engage students in undergraduate research or other scholarly and creative activities. Service responsibilities include committee service at the department, college, and university levels, and participation in community organizations and the discipline as relevant to the candidate's expertise and interest.



DEPARTMENT INFORMATION:

The Department of Curriculum and Instruction (C&I) houses numerous teacher preparation programs along with programs for add-on licenses for certified teachers and a Master of Science in Education - Professional Studies (MSEPS). Students may choose the Early Childhood Program, the Elementary/Middle School Program or a Middle/Secondary School Program. In each of the programs, students earn Department of Public Instruction (DPI) licensure.



CAMPUS INFORMATION:

Founded in 1868, UW–Whitewater is one of eleven comprehensive universities in a public higher education system that also includes two doctoral institutions and a statewide Extension. UW-Whitewater’s main campus is located in Whitewater, with a branch campus in Rock County, in the city of Janesville. Together, these campuses form a preeminent academic institution driven by the pursuit of knowledge, powered by a spirit of innovation, and focused on transforming lives. UW-Whitewater’s campuses are located conveniently near Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago, and thus offer the advantage of beautiful small-town environments with easy access to the cultural and commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas.

The Warhawk family — led by caring faculty and staff — is devoted to student success within a broad range of academic programs offered at the associate, bachelor, master, and doctoral levels. These include both on-campus and online programs, and span the disciplines, from the theoretical to the applied, and encompass study in the arts, business, education, humanities, natural sciences, social sciences, technology, and professional and interdisciplinary programs.

UW-Whitewater has a special mission within the UW System to serve students with disabilities and, as such, embraces the principles of universal design and is one of the most accessible campuses in the nation. The campuses have more than 200 student organizations and UW-Whitewater’s intercollegiate athletic teams compete at the NCAA Division-III level. UW-Whitewater is committed to seeking and sustaining a culturally and ethnically diverse campus environment, building a diverse faculty and staff with expertise and interest in serving students with diverse needs, backgrounds, ethnicities, abilities and other distinct characteristics in respectful, sensitive and understanding ways. 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 http://www.uww.edu/asfr . If you would like a paper copy of the report please contact the UW-Whitewater Police at 262-472-4660.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Well-qualified candidates can expect a salary commensurate with the candidate’s education, related experience, and qualifications.

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 .





TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION:

Applications received by January 20, 2023 are ensured full consideration. 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) 472-1072 or hrstudent@uww.edu .

For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Dr. Liesl Gapinski

Associate Professor, Department of Curriculum & Instruction

262-472-1190

hohenshl@UWW.edu



TO APPLY:

Only complete application packages will be considered. This includes online submission of the following documents:

· Cover letter/letter of interest

· Curriculum Vitae

· Statement of teaching philosophy

· Names and contact information for three professional references (letters of recommendation may be solicited at a later time)

· Undergraduate and graduate transcripts (may be unofficial copies though Official transcripts will be required if offered the position)

This Job ID is 18873.



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