Teaching Faculty in Consumer Behavior & Marketplace Studies

University of Wisconsin Madison • Madison, WI

20h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Consumer Science Department in the School of Human Ecology (SoHE) at the University of Wisconsin–Madison invites applications for two open-rank, renewable, non-tenure-track Teaching Faculty positions. Rank is commensurate with the successful candidate’s professional and teaching experience. The positions carry no research expectations and typically involve teaching four courses per semester (12 credits per semester; 24 credits annually). The successful candidates will develop and teach undergraduate courses in consumer behavior, marketplace studies, and related areas in both on-campus and online formats. Responsibilities include designing course content, preparing syllabi and learning objectives, creating and assessing student assignments, maintaining office hours, and supporting student learning and success. The Teaching Faculty will teach courses within the Consumer Behavior and Marketplace Studies program curriculum and related elective courses. In addition to teaching, these positions will support the undergraduate program through activities that enhance student experiential learning and professional development, including mentoring students, supporting conference participation and competitions, and contributing to departmental initiatives. Teaching assignments may be adjusted to accommodate programmatic responsibilities or other department priorities, as determined by the Department Chair. The successful candidates will be expected to maintain and continuously improve teaching effectiveness and remain flexible in meeting evolving departmental and program needs. Additional summer teaching opportunities, with separate compensation, may be available.

Requirements

• Industry experience in retail, marketing, consumer research or related field
• Previous teaching experience OR transferable skills with motivation to excel in higher education
• Strong communication skills
• Evidence of innovativeness and creativity
• Sound judgement, maturity and professionalism, and an ability to take initiative and build team spirit
• Ability to work effectively within a diverse community
• Promote respect and the practice of civility in the workplace
• A Master’s degree is required, preferably in Consumer Science, Business Administration, Marketing or a closely related field.
• Continuous eligibility to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

• Expertise in at least one of the following subject areas: product development, business circularity and sustainability, consumer and brand engagement, strategic brand leadership, strategic business planning, design thinking, business consulting and client management, merchandising and retail innovation, consumer experience design, global consumer behavior, and related subjects.

Responsibilities

• Provides classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction, including grading
• Develop relationships with community and industry partners to build a network of employers and other stakeholders to facilitate career opportunities for students and build the reputation of the program
• Assesses learner performance and prepares reports recommending instructional improvements
• Assists in developing techniques and/or model programs for carrying out instructional goals in disciplinary area and may help identify ways in which new techniques could be of assistance
• Assists in defining the objectives of the program and plays a major role in carrying out program duties
• Develops teaching techniques that enhance course effectiveness in alignment with desired outcomes and established strategy
• Supervises the day to day activities of work unit employees involved in instructional support as needed
• Design career development initiatives to help students with internships and career readiness

Benefits

• Generous paid time off
• Competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance
• Tax-advantaged savings accounts
• Participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level