Lecturer - Engineering - College of Integrated Studies
About The Position
ATTENTION: The College of Integrated Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater at Rock County seeks an engineering Lecturer for the 2026 fall semester (Instructor, FA050). These will be part-time, fixed-term appointments. Reappointment for subsequent terms is dependent upon the needs of the University, funding, staffing requirements, enrollment, and external forces. For information on fixed-term contracts, please see UW System Admin Policy 1250: Job Security. Courses that are to be taught will include: EGR 105 – Engineering Fundamentals EGR 203 – Mechanics of Materials EGR 282 – Engineering Economics RESPONSIBILITIES: The selected candidate, in addition to teaching responsibilities, will hold appropriate office hours, attend orientation activities, and perform required course administration. All students, faculty, and staff are required to ensure their materials are digitally accessible and utilize standard technology platforms supported by UW-Whitewater. Examples include, but are not limited to, Navigate, Canvas, and Microsoft Office applications – including Outlook, which is essential for university email communications and scheduling. DEPARTMENT INFORMATION: The Department of Integrated Studies is the singular department within the College of Integrated Studies located on the Rock County campus of the University of Wisconsin – Whitewater in Janesville, Wisconsin. Started in 1966, the campus has approximately 850 students and offers courses in many disciplines including natural sciences, social sciences, humanities, and fine arts. Learn more about UW-Whitewater's Rock County campus here: https://www.uww.edu/rock 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. UW-Whitewater is not an e-verify employer, therefore STEM extensions are not options for work authorization. Key Job Responsibilities: 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 Department: The College of Integrated Studies Compensation: Salary is based on a 9-month full-time (100% FTE) contract of $50,000 dependent on number of courses taught as well as commensurate with the candidate's education, related experience, and qualifications. UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package. Benefits eligibility will be dependent on course load as well as length of appointment. To learn more about the UW System's comprehensive benefit package, review the UW System Employee Benefits Brochure .
Requirements
- A Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- A Master's Degree in a related field and 18 graduate credit hours in Engineering
Nice To Haves
- Preference will be given to candidates with a PhD or ABD status, and also to those who demonstrate successful college course teaching experiences.
- Ability to interact respectfully with people with diverse socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
- Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.
Responsibilities
- Teaching responsibilities
- Hold appropriate office hours
- Attend orientation activities
- Perform required course administration
- 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
Benefits
- UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package.
- Benefits eligibility will be dependent on course load as well as length of appointment.
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Job Type
Part-time
