University of Wisconsin - Madison
Position Vacancy Listing
| Please Note: A change was made to this position announcement on 12/18/12 |
Working Title:
| Professor of Continuing Education in the Arts and Humanities |
Official Title:
| PROFESSOR(C20NN) or ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR(C30NN) or ASSISTANT PROFESSOR(C40NN) |
Degree and area of specialization:
| PhD or terminal degree in a specific discipline in the arts or humanities |
Minimum number of years and type of relevant work experience:
Evidence of the ability to develop a research program in adult teaching and learning and the arts and humanities.
Evidence of knowledge and demonstrated excellence in teaching adults.
At least 3 years working as a practitioner in one's discipline
Candidates for associate professor or full professor rank must meet criteria for appointment with tenure per university guidelines.
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Principal duties:
We seek a tenure track or tenured faculty who will provide leadership in research and teaching in the area of lifelong learning/continuing education in the arts and humanities.
The ideal candidate will:
1. Develop and teach non-credit continuing education personal enrichment courses in the arts and humanities.
2. Conduct nationally/internationally-recognized research, including grant-funded research, related to lifelong learning/continuing education in the arts and humanities.
3. Develop programs and courses that reflect best practices in in adult teaching and learning in the arts and humanities for lifelong learners.
4. Build relationships and collaborate with peers in other academic departments and the public and private sectors.
5. Participate in faculty governance and other university, division, and department service activities.
6. Contribute to the profession at the local, state, and national levels.
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| | The University of Wisconsin-Madison is a public, land-grant institution that exemplifies the "Wisconsin Idea" - that the boundaries of the university are boundaries of the state, and beyond. The Division of Continuing Studies advocates for and engages lifelong learners through high-quality and innovative programs and services. The division exemplifies the Wisconsin Idea by providing and supporting high-quality continuing education, outreach, service and scholarship related to personal enrichment and professional development. We deliver hundreds of non-credit courses and programs in a variety of formats, including face-to-face, blended, and online. We are seeking tenure track or tenured faculty to develop an active program of research and teaching on adult learning and continuing education in the arts and humanities. Continuing Studies is a revenue generating unit; programs and courses are expected to contribute to the financial sustainability of the department. |
A criminal background check will be conducted prior to hiring.
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| Appointment Type: | Faculty |
| Department(s): | DCS/LIBERAL ST&ARTS |
| Full Time Salary Rate: | Minimum $65,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications |
| Term: | N/A |
| Appointment percent: | 100% |
| Anticipated begin date: | JUNE 01, 2013 |
| Number of Positions: | 1 |
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION
| Application must be received by: MARCH 01, 2013 |
HOW TO APPLY:
Additional application materials should include:
Letter of application, including discussion of current and future research
Curriculum vitae
Names and contact information for 4 professional references
Please apply electronically with a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and list of references submitted as a single PDF filed labeled with the PVL # and applicant's name (e.g., PVL#75506_Smith.pdf) to Jan Severson, Department Administrator at the email address listed above.
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| Unless another application procedure has been specified above, please send resume and cover letter referring to Position Vacancy Listing #75506 to: |
| Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1 (out-of-state: TTY: 800.947.3529, STS: 800.833.7637) and above Phone number (See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. ) |
NOTE: Unless confidentiality is requested in writing, information regarding the names of applicants must be released upon request. Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality.
UW-Madison is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.