Assistant Professor - Psychology/Education - College of Integrated Studes - 16123

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ATTENTION:

The Department of Integrated Studies in the College of Integrated Studies on the University of Wisconsin Whitewater-Rock County in Janesville, WI seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the area of Psychology and Education beginning August 2020. This is a full-time position with responsibilities for teaching undergraduate courses in psychology and education, research, and service to the university and community. Research expertise should complement existing faculty expertise and may include scholarship of teaching and learning.
    
JOB DETAILS:

The successful candidate will be able to teach introductory courses in Educational Psychology, Education in a Pluralistic Society, Concepts in Education, and Introductory Psychology. The candidate will also be expected to engage in scholarship that engages undergraduate students, results in publications and presentations and contributes to advancing the department, the university, the profession, and society. The candidate will also be expected to participate in service activities and embrace the principles of diversity and inclusion as a member of the university community. Salary is commensurate with academic preparation and experience.
    
QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Education or closely related field. ABD candidates may apply but must have their degree completed by the contract start date in August 2020
• Teaching psychology courses would require at least 18 graduate credits in the discipline
• The candidate will demonstrate excellence in and a commitment to teaching with an emphasis on promoting the success of undergraduate students, clear evidence of scholarly potential, a commitment to working with diverse populations and serve as an active member of the university community

Desired Qualifications:

• Interest in and/or experience related to a two-year campus

Knowledge, Skills & 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

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Full-Time teaching responsibilities include Educational Psychology, Introductory Psychology, Education in Pluralistic Society, and Concepts in Education
2. Other courses may be assigned based on interest and experience
3. Candidates should demonstrate clear evidence of strong teaching potential and clear scholarship interests
4. Service responsibilities include committee service at the departmental, college, and university levels as well as participation in community organizations as relevant to the candidate’s expertise and interest

DEPARTMENT INFORMATION:

The multi-disciplinary department has 47 full and part-time faculty and academic staff. The Department of Integrated Studies is housed at The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater at Rock County branch campus in Janesville.  Known informally as "U Rock," the College of Integrated Sciences enrolls approximately 1,000 students pursuing an Associate of Arts and Sciences.
    
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. 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. The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Main Campus and Rock County 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 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 UPS Operation Policy: TC1, 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.

To learn more about UW-Whitewater's competitive benefits packages go to our: ALEX webpage, which is our interactive benefits decision support tool.
    
SPECIAL NOTES:

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).
    
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION:

Applications received on or before January 15, 2020 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 the next step of the selection process.

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.

For questions regarding the position, please contact:

Edward Stredulinsky
Interim Department Chair
stredule@uww.edu
(608) 898-5025
    
TO  APPLY:

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

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter/Letter of Interest
• Three Professional/Supervisory References with contact information
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Copies of Teaching Evaluations
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy

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