Teaching Faculty I

University of Wisconsin Madison • Madison, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Life Sciences Communication (LSC) at the University of Wisconsin–Madison seeks a Teaching Faculty I to develop, coordinate, and deliver instruction in science communication, digital media, and design. LSC offers undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral degree programs. The position teaches and coordinates multiple sections of introductory science communication coursework, including supervising and mentoring graduate teaching assistants, and teaches upper-level courses in digital and print media design and web design for the sciences. The role also involves supporting and mentoring students, evaluating and grading student work, maintaining instructional materials and course websites, and contributing to departmental instructional initiatives and program activities.

The successful candidate will support student engagement and success through student-centered teaching, regular office hours, and effective communication of complex scientific information to diverse audiences. They will collaborate with faculty, staff, and teaching assistants to advance curriculum and instructional goals, and help ensure a high-quality, consistent student experience. This is a full-time, nine-month, onsite appointment with an anticipated start in early January 2027. Summer instructional opportunities may be available. The position has a one-year evaluation period and is contingent on successful completion of a criminal background check.

Requirements

• Experience explaining and presenting complex scientific topics to students and non-technical audiences using clear, accessible, audience-appropriate language.
• Experience in digital and print media design on science-related content for broad public audiences through print and/or digital communication channels, such as newsletters, magazines, websites, blogs, or other publications.
• Ph.D. in Communication or a relevant social science field.

Nice To Haves

• Prior teaching experience in higher education.
• Experience developing and delivering online or hybrid course instruction.

Responsibilities

• Teach and coordinate 8–16 sections of LSC 100: Science and Storytelling, including supervising and mentoring graduate teaching assistants.
• Teach one section of LSC 332: Digital and Print Media Design.
• Teach one section of LSC 532: Web Design for the Sciences.
• Assess student learning, grade work, and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Maintain course materials, instructional resources, and course websites.
• Support student success through mentoring, advising, and regular office hours.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and instructional teams to advance departmental curriculum and instructional goals.
• Develop teaching techniques that enhance course effectiveness in alignment with desired outcomes and established strategy.
• Assist in defining program objectives and carrying out program duties.
• Assist in developing techniques or model programs for instructional goals and help identify ways new techniques could be useful.
• Assess learner performance and prepare reports recommending instructional improvements.
• Provide classroom, online, and/or laboratory instruction, including grading.
• Supervise day-to-day activities of work-unit employees involved in instructional support as needed.
• Participate in departmental service and program activities.

Benefits

• Generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off.
• Competitive insurances and savings accounts.
• Retirement benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree