Biology Lecturer at UW-Eau Claire Barron County

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The Rice Lake campus of the University of WisconsinEau Claire is looking to hire a Lecturer (rank to be determined by experience) to teach the 2026/2027 academic year. Contingent on enrollment and performance this contract may be renewed. The ideal candidate will have multidisciplinary expertise and a commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching.

Candidates must have the ability to teach introductory Biology classes along with Human Anatomy and Physiology I and II. Instructors at the UWEC-Barron County campus are also expected to teach in the Launch program where promising but at-risk students are taught as a cohort in small classes. The candidate will have the opportunity to teach additional non-majors courses in their area of interest.

This appointment begins August 17 2026.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Master of Science in Biology by August 17 2026 is required. Candidates must have the ability to teach Human Anatomy and Physiology I and II lecture and laboratory. The successful candidate will demonstrate evidence of passion for and excellence in teaching undergraduates at the beginning of their college careers.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Two years of undergraduate teaching.

DUTIES: The successful candidate will teach 15 hours/semester. There is an expectation that the candidate will teach at least one course for the Launch program per academic year.

DEPARTMENT: The Barron County campus is the newest addition to the University of WisconsinEau Claire and houses a multidisciplinary academic department. The successful candidate will have an official administrative home at the Barron County campus with concurrent membership in the Eau Claire campus Department of Biology.

COMMUNITY: The Barron County campus located in Rice Lake lies in the heart of beautiful Northwest Wisconsin one hour north of the Eau Claire campus. Rice Lake has a population of just under 10000 people and represents the commercial and cultural center for Barron County. Rice Lake and the surrounding countryside feature scenic rivers lakes parks and bike trails.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applications are submitted electronically.

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• Letter of application
• Curriculum vita
• Unofficial graduate school transcript
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Names and contact information for three references

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To ensure consideration completed applications must be received by June 1 2026. However screening may continue until position is filled. The university reserves the right to contact additional references with notice given to the candidates at an appropriate time in the process. Employment will require a background check. Employment will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding past conduct related to sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. . 19.36(7).

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• Facilitates classroom online and/or laboratory instruction for one or more courses including assessment of student performance

• Develops instructional design and curriculum relevant to a course of instruction

• Serves as an initial point of contact for students as it relates to specific course or series content and expectations

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INSTITUTIONAL OVERVIEW

UW-Eau Claire an institution of approximately 9000 students and 1200 faculty and staff is consistently recognized as a top comprehensive university in the Midwest and is widely known as a leader in faculty-undergraduate research and study abroad. We strive for excellence in liberal education and select graduate and professional programs through commitment to teaching and learning and dedication to our core values of diversity sustainability leadership and innovation. To learn more about UWEC visit .

The City of Eau Claire situated at the confluence of the Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers is at the center of a metropolitan area of approximately 100000 people located 90 miles east of Minneapolis/St. Paul. The area features beautiful parks and trails strong public schools a vibrant arts scene and local food culture and abundant recreational opportunities.

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The university reserves the right to contact additional references with notice given to the candidates at an appropriate time in the process. Employment will require a background check. Employment will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding past conduct related to sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. SeeWis. Stat. . 19.36(7).

The UW-Eau Claire Police Department is dedicated to maintaining a safe and secure environment for learning and working. Although crime at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire is limited the University Police want students faculty and staff to be aware of crime on campus and the area surrounding the campus. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal law that requires colleges and universities to disclose annual information about campus crime. VisitCampus Security and Fire Report. Also visit ourCampus Security Authority(CSA) policy.

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.