Teaching Assistant Professor

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The Department of Political Science and Public Administrationat the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is seeking applicants for an academic year (9-month) instructional academic faculty position at the rank of Teaching Assistant Professor with the start date of August 2026. This is a renewable non-tenure track instructional position. We encourage applications from candidates withexpertiseinAmerican Politics with an emphasis in public law constitutional law and/or legal join a community of teacher/scholars committed to student success.

Applications received prior to the first review date will receive full consideration and the search willcontinue ona rolling basis until the position is filled.

Under general supervision of the department chair successful candidates willbe responsible forteaching undergraduate courses and advising addition to preparing for and holding classes teaching involvesmaintainingcurrency in the content area related to the teaching assignment evaluating students work assessing student outcomes providing regular and substantive feedback on student workmaintainingappropriate records and holding office addition faculty provideserviceto the department college universitycommunityand/or professional duties may be assigned by the chair or dean.

The College of Arts Social Sciences and Humanities (CASSH) is a vibrant academic community bringing together the strengths of the liberal arts innovative interdisciplinary programs and the creative energy of the School of Visual and Performing College actively supports the universitys General Education Program and offers a robust number of undergraduate degrees and three graduate programs. As an instructor in CASSH you will join colleagues who share a deep commitment to student success as we prepare students for both meaningful careers as well as citizenship in 21stCentury global society.

The review of applications starts onMarch 15 2026.Applications received on or before March 15th areprioritizedand review will continue until the position(s) is/are filled. Initial interviews will be conducted virtually with shortlisted candidates invited to campus.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• May supervise student employees involved in development or delivery of instruction

• Facilitates classroom online and/or laboratory instruction including assessment of student performance

• Advises students on academic and career direction within a specific field of study

• Contributes to the strategic development of curriculum and academic content through various mediums to ensure the integrity of the educational mission of the work unit

• Contributes to the development of teaching and learning scholarly work including publications and presentations

• Develops and designs curriculum and instructional material relevant to a course of instruction

• Collaborates with department faculty and staff to develop teaching strategies relevant to the discipline

Department:

Political Science and Public Administration

Required Qualifications:

• Masters Degree or JD in a field appropriate to the needs of the department or significant progress toward a doctorate degree.
• Evidence of the ability to be an effective instructor.
• Evidence of clear and effective communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Applicants with a completed PhD in Political Science are preferred although advanced ABDs will also be considered.
• Demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence including dynamic inclusive and engaging classroom practices

How to Apply:

Cover letter (that addresses the required and preferred qualifications)

CV/ Resume

Three to five references with contact information

Contact Information:

Agatha Hultquist

Special Notes:

Application deadlines
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Priority consideration is given to those candidates who apply by the listed First Review Date. Applications received after that date may be considered 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. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration. 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 the Office of Human Resources.

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWL is a state agency and subject to Wisconsins Open Records Law. UWL will not however reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsins Open Records certain circumstances the identities of final candidates and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC & Reference Check Policy
All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check work authorization and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

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INFORMATIONABOUTYOURBENEFITS
Your benefits add an additional 40% to the overall financial package from the university.
Highlights include:

• Paid vacation for 12-month positions.

• Excellent flexible health insurance with low co-pays and good coverage.

• Paid holidays and paid sick days.

• After 5 years of employment you become vested in our retirement system which ensures income post-career.

• Benefits atUWLare highly competitive with local industry and some of the strongest in state and nation.

Benefit eligibility is determined at the point of hire. This information is provided for illustrative purposes only. Benefits are also pro-rated based on the appointment percentage.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age pregnancy disability status as a protected veteran or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds perspectives and skills and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.