Job Summary: This position will teach undergraduate courses in financial and managerial accounting, or other areas in accounting as determined by department needs and candidate expertise. A significant amount of the course delivery may be in an online format. Teaching needs may include one or more of the following courses:
- Introductory Managerial Accounting (Acct IS 211), online delivery of one section in the spring. Option to cover one online section each summer.
- Accounting Principles (Acct IS 300), hybrid delivery of the course in the fall and spring academic semesters and option to cover online delivery of a summer section
The lecturer is responsible for course work preparation in alignment with learning outcomes, original content creation, holding office hours, preparation and execution of appropriate assessments, administration of the course and grading consistent with the policies of the Wisconsin School of Business (WSB.) In some cases, the lecturer may be responsible for managing graduate student teaching assistants (TAs) to help with the delivery and administration of courses. The lecturer serves as the day-to-day supervisor of the TAs.
We are looking for a candidate committed to collaboration, student-centered and inclusive learning, and research-based/applied curriculum design and development. A well-qualified candidate will have experience in course or training development, inclusive design, and/or in developing assignments and activities that help all students meet stated learning outcomes. Experience working with and serving a diverse group of learners is preferred.
Responsibilities: Facilitates classroom, online, and/or laboratory instruction and assists with instructional development and design for a single course or series of courses within an academic discipline to support the delivery of quality instruction. Provides for-credit instruction in formats such as classroom, online and/or laboratory settings, including grading. Serves as an instructor of record. 70% Facilitates classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction for one or more courses, including assessment of student performance 15% Develops instructional design and curriculum relevant to a course of instruction 5% Serves as an initial point of contact for students as it relates to specific course or series content and expectations 10% Serves the university's teaching mission through advising students outside the classroom, supporting student organizations, or participating in service to the department of Accounting and Information Systems, WSB or broader University. Institutional Statement on Diversity: Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
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Education: Required
Master's Degree
We are seeking candidates who have a graduate degree in business with at least one undergraduate or graduate degree in Accounting.
Qualifications: Required:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting or related area (teaching or professional experience)
Preferred:
- Prior teaching experience in accounting or finance at the undergraduate or graduate level
- Expertise in creating and delivering engaging online course content
Work Type: Full or Part Time: 10% - 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.
Appointment Type, Duration: Terminal, 9 month appointment.
This position has the possibility to be extended or converted to an ongoing appointment based on need and/or funding
Salary: Negotiable
ACADEMIC (9 months)
Additional Information: Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.
Diversity and inclusion are primary values for the Wisconsin School of Business and are integral to achieving our strategic goals. We seek candidates with an awareness of and commitment to the principles of diversity and inclusion across all spectrums. Our school is committed to continuously increasing the cultural competence of its staff and faculty members through school-wide forums and professional development opportunities.
This position can be extended in subsequent semesters to teach one or more of course(s) listed on this PVL, or similar courses within the department. The FTE for this position has the potential to fluctuate depending on the number of classes taught. This position may become renewable if there is a need for an ongoing appointment.
How to Apply: Complete the online application, attach a comprehensive resume, and write a cover letter that addresses your qualifications for this position. Your cover letter should demonstrate your written communication skills and highlight the following areas:
- Experience collaborating with colleagues in course development or other learning settings
- Experience designing or facilitating student-centered learning activities in both an online and in-person environment (e.g., innovative or experimental activities or programming, teaching in non-traditional classrooms, working in other learning contexts)
Our search committee will review all application materials after the posted deadline. We will notify selected applicants to participate further in the selection process directly. We will notify all applicants once the search is completed and we have selected a top candidate. As applicants move on to next steps in the process, they will be asked to provide names and contact information (e-mail address, phone number, and mailing address) of at least three references.
Contact: Se Yang
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Official Title: Lecturer(TL020)
Department(s): A12-WISCONSIN SCH OF BUSINESS/ACCOUNTING & INFO SYS
Employment Class: Academic Staff-Terminal
Job Number: 294378-AS
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