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Internal/External

External

External

Position Title

Teaching Assistant Professor, Teaching Associate Professor, Teaching Professor

TTC Title and Code

Teaching Assistant Professor (TL055), Teaching Associate Professor (TL056), Teaching Professor (TL022),

FTE

100%

Position Information

Principal Work Location: UW-Stevens Point Main Campus

Supervisor: Paper Science and Chemical Engineering

Total Rewards

UW Stevens Point provides a competitive benefits package including monthly premiums starting at $32, deductibles starting at $250, auto-enrollment in the Wisconsin Retirement System (pension) with employer contributions, and 17+ days of paid time off (PTO)*. Additional benefits and more information available on our Total Rewards page.

Department

Paper Science and Chemical Engineering

Department Description

The Paper Science and Chemical Engineering department houses two majors: Paper Science and Engineering and Chemical Engineering, both of which are accredited by ABET. The department is in the College of Natural Resources at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. The College supports premier undergraduate natural resource programs with disciplines in Fisheries and Water Resources, Forestry, Environment and Society, Soil and Waste Resources, Wildlife Ecology, and the Department of Paper Science and Chemical Engineering. The University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point is a four-year comprehensive university. Stevens Point, a pleasant college community, with a population of just over 25,000, is midway between Milwaukee and Minneapolis near the center of the state. The area offers a wide range of cultural, shopping and outdoor recreational opportunities.

University Description

Through the discovery and dissemination of knowledge, UW-Stevens Point stimulates intellectual growth, provides a liberal education, and prepares students for a diverse sustainable world. The university is committed to creating a safe, inclusive learning community for all faculty and staff from a variety of backgrounds. Visit https://www.uwsp.edu/join-uw-stevens-point/ for more information about UW-Stevens Point. To learn about the Stevens Point (aka Point) area fun, jobs, housing, education, quality of life, and bragging rights, visit www.EverythingPointsHere.com.

JOB DETAILS:

Position Summary

The College of Natural Resources (CNR) has a full-time (12-month), non-tenure track teaching (100%) position available in the Department of Paper Science and Chemical Engineering. The position¿s primary responsibilities will be to develop and teach an online, 15-credit graduate-level certificate in Process Control Engineering (6-9 credits per semester) and to provide undergraduate instruction (0-6 credits per semester) in chemical/process engineering courses (such as fluid mechanics, heat and mass transfer, thermodynamics, etc.). Other duties may include undergraduate advising and contribution to College and University governance. Incumbents may perform professional outreach and engagement in process control to complement teaching responsibilities. Experience in and desire to work with diverse populations of learners and stakeholders is required.

Shift: 7:45am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday. Varied hours as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required Qualifications

• M.S. (or equivalent training) in controls engineering
• Two years of experience with industrial controls engineering
• Experience with providing training related to process control systems in an industrial environment
• Strong oral and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. (or equivalent training) in controls engineering
• Three years of experience in control systems engineering
• Experience with teaching engineering topics in a classroom environment
• Strong commitment to student success

SPECIAL NOTES:

Special Notes

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. UW-Stevens Point¿s mission is, ¿Through the discovery, dissemination and application of knowledge, UW-Stevens Point fosters intellectual growth, provides a broad-based education, models community engagement and prepares students for success in a diverse and sustainable world.¿ 

Individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources and Affirmative Action at 715-346-2606 or hr@uwsp.edu.

The safety and success of students, faculty, and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is paramount. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires the distribution of an annual security report to all current and prospective students, faculty, and staff. You may obtain the complete report at https://www3.uwsp.edu/protsv/Pages/Clery.aspx

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

• PTO offering prorated based on start date and hours worked.

TO APPLY:

How To Apply

This position and instructions on how to apply are located on our website. Please be sure to complete all required fields and include all required documents before submitting your application. To return to a draft application, click on the ¿My Activities¿ link at the top of the screen after logging in.Once you click on Submit Application, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials. After submitting the application, you will receive an Application Confirmation email from the application system. Refer to the ¿How To Apply¿ document for more information. 

Anticipated Appointment Date

December 1, 2024

Terms of Employment

This is an Academic Staff annual appointment, exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

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 the need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. UW-Stevens Point does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. UWSP does not use E-Verify and, therefore, is not able to take advantage of F-1 OPT STEM extensions.

Deadline

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by 10/26/2024 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.

Files must be complete to be considered. Submission in PDF format is preferred for all attachments. Please include the following documents: 

• Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae

(Official Transcripts may be required of finalist)

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you to supply 5 references/2 current or former supervisors. Your references will be required to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

Required Materials

Position Contact

For additional information regarding the position, please call or email: 

Roland Gong, Chair, Search and Screen Committee

Email: rgong@uwsp.edu 

Phone: 715-346-2570

Human Resources Contact

If you have any questions regarding the application process, need special arrangements, or if you submitted your application with missing materials, please call or email:

Human Resources

Email: human.resources@uwsp.edu

Phone: 715-346-2606

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