Inclusive Excellence Lecturers - LECTURER PROGRAM - 15237

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ATTENTION:
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Inclusive Excellence Lecturer Program seeks applications from scholars, artists and educators who can contribute significantly to UW-Whitewater’s Inclusive Excellence initiatives. The IE Lecturer Program supports the university’s commitment to fostering greater understanding of individual, societal and group differences at every level of university life. Inclusive Excellence Lecturers play a crucial role in intentionally integrating those differences into the core aspects of the institution. The Inclusive Excellence Lecturer Program offers a unique opportunity to work in a university environment that is committed to creating learning environments in which students of all backgrounds can thrive, and one that demands that the ideals of inclusion, equity, diversity and excellence be pursued as interconnected and interdependent goals.

JOB DETAILS:
UW-Whitewater will award up to four in-residence Inclusive Excellence Lecturers each academic year. The one-year academic appointments begin in August of the academic year and end in May of the following year. In some cases, Inclusive Excellence Lecturers can be extended for a second year. Inclusive Excellence Lecturers will audit the Chancellor’s Committee on Inclusive Excellence and assist in developing the campus Inclusive Excellence Forums. They will also teach four to five courses per year in their academic area and contribute to college and departmental inclusive excellence initiatives and activities.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Qualifications:
The Inclusive Excellence Lecturer Program is open to all individuals who are academic or creative professionals and who have completed a terminal degree within the last five years or who will have completed a terminal degree by August 23, 2019. “All but dissertation” candidates will be considered on a case-by-case basis; for ABD Faculty Assistants, degree completion requirements will be outlined at the time of offer. Applicants must be able to demonstrate a commitment to their academic field as well as a commitment to the principles of inclusive excellence.

Desired Qualifications:

• Strong and proven commitment to Inclusive Excellence as well as a completed terminal degree by August 23, 2019.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrated record of or evident potential for successful teaching, with an emphasis on promoting the success of undergraduate students.
• Clear evidence of scholarly potential, including maintaining a strong program of research that involves mentoring undergraduate students in meaningful ways.
• Commitment to working with diverse populations and serving as an active member of the university community.
• 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.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Each Inclusive Excellence Lecturers responsibilities will vary by the college in which they are located. However, all will teach four to five courses per year in their academic area and contribute to college and departmental inclusive excellence initiatives and activities. Each Inclusive Excellence Lecturer will serve on their respective college’s inclusive excellence committee. Each will also be paired with a mentor/scholar who will provide mentorship and support and whose role it is to facilitate opportunities for engagement with UW-Whitewater inclusive excellence initiatives both within their college and the university at large. Inclusive Excellence Lecturers will also have opportunities to work with students in the university’s Undergraduate Research Program whose research interests align with their own. Inclusive Excellence Lecturers will have access to the university’s LEARN Center, the Learning Technology Center and the Whitewater University Technology Park Innovation Center.

DEPARTMENT INFORMATION:
At the present time, each of the four academic colleges will host one Inclusive Excellence Faculty Assistant. The four colleges and their respective websites are:

College of Arts and Communication http://www.uww.edu/cac

College of Business and Economics http://www.uww.edu/cobe

College of Education and Professional Studies http://www.uww.edu/coeps

College of Letters and Sciences http://www.uww.edu/cls

Please visit these webpages to learn more about the college and department in which you might be located.

CAMPUS INFORMATION:

UW–Whitewater is one of eleven comprehensive universities in a public higher education system that also includes two doctoral institutions, 13 freshman-sophomore branch colleges, and a statewide Extension. In the fall of 2018, as a result of the University of Wisconsin System’s restructuring of the state’s 13 two-year campuses formerly known as UW Colleges, UW–Rock County began operating as a branch campus of UW–Whitewater under the new name of University of Wisconsin–Whitewater at Rock County. 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. Founded in 1868, the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Campus and Rock Campus are located conveniently near Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago, and thus offers 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. 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 state. The campuses have more than 200 student organizations and UW-Whitewater is a Division III NCAA university. 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 26-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).

UW-Whitewater requires criminal background checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment.

For UW-W campus safety information and crime statistics, see http://www.uww.edu/annual-safety-report or call the Dean of Students Office at 262/472-1533 for a paper copy.

SPECIAL NOTES:
UW-Whitewater embraces the teacher-scholar model. New faculty are provided with additional resources to ensure a strong start in their teaching and research activities. A first-year professional development program is also provided to all new faculty, including participation in ACUE’s Course in Effective Teaching Practices (http://acue.org). UW-Whitewater embraces AAC&U’s LEAP principles (http://www.uww.edu/leap) and emphasizes student, staff and faculty participation in High-Impact Practices (https://www.aacu.org/resources/high-impact-practices). The Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (http://www.uww.edu/orsp) provides support for faculty scholarly and creative activities as well as other opportunities to apply for reassigned time and/or other resources to support research activities. UW-Whitewater faculty and staff also have access to technology transfer and research resources provided by WiSys (https://www.wisys.org).

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. 

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION:
Applications received by May 5, 2019 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in phone and/or online screening interviews and/or on campus interviews.

For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Kenny Yarbrough, Search Chair
YarbrouK@uww.edu

TO APPLY:
Complete applications will include online submission of the following materials:

Required materials include:

1. A letter of application
2. A statement that demonstrates a history with and interest in the principles of inclusion, equity and diversity and how these factors play critical roles in a student’s development.
3. Curriculum vitae.
4. The names and contact information of three individuals familiar with your scholarly or creative work, teaching and service.
5. If your field is in the arts a digital portfolio of representative artistic work or creative research.
6. To apply and submit these documents online, please visit http://www.uww.edu/employment/academic-staff-instructional Scroll down the page to the Inclusive Excellence Faculty Assistant link.

If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact us at 262/472-1024 or hrstudent@uww.edu.

This Job ID is 15237.

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