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Position Title:

Teaching Faculty I

Job Category:

Academic Staff

Employment Type:

Terminal (Fixed Term)

Job Profile:

Teaching Faculty I

Job Duties:

School/College/Division Description:

The Department of Political Science at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) invites applications for a full-time teaching faculty position. This is a 9-month instructional academic staff position with the possibility of additional paid teaching opportunities over the summer. The position will be on a yearly renewable contract, and its salary range is $30,355 – $46,555 with full benefits. This is a probationary academic staff position with potential for indefinite status in the sixth year. The successful applicant will be able to teach various undergraduate courses such as Introduction to Political Science, Introduction to Comparative Politics, and upper-level courses in International Relations and/or Comparative Politics. The standard teaching load will be four classes per semester [There is a maximum of three unique course preparations per semester]. It is expected that the successful candidate will start in Fall 2026.

Job Description:

The successful applicant will be able to teach various undergraduate courses such as Introduction to Political Science, Introduction to Comparative Politics, and upper-level courses in International Relations and/or Comparative Politics. The standard teaching load will be four classes per semester [There is a maximum of three unique course preparations per semester].

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Provides classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction, including grading

• Assesses learner performance and prepares reports recommending instructional improvements

• Supervises the day to day activities of work unit employees involved in instructional support as needed

• Develops teaching techniques that enhance course effectiveness in alignment with desired outcomes and established strategy

• Assists in defining the objectives of the program and plays a major role in carrying out program duties

• 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

Compensation:

$30,355 - $46,555 (Final salary offer will be determined based on qualifications and experience)

Required Qualifications:

• Applicants must have a PhD in Political Science or a related discipline at the time of the appointment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Teaching experience in Political Science courses.

• Experience of teaching in various formats, including in-person and online instruction.

• Ability to advise undergraduate students, such as student organization activities, mentoring, independent studies, student research and student advising (broadly conceived).

How to Apply:

Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide the following in order to be considered:

• Letter of interest

• Curriculum Vitae

• Statement of Teaching Philosophy

• Demonstration of Teaching Effectiveness, for example sample course syllabus, peer teaching reviews, and/or teaching evaluations.

Note: Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application. Applications missing any of the required documents listed prior to the application deadline will be marked as incomplete and will not be considered. 

In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates' application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications. Additional documents submitted aside from a cover letter and resume will not be reviewed.  

  

Finalist candidate(s) being considered for hire will be required to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool and to provide 2 letters of recommendation upon request. References will not be contacted prior to candidates being notified.

*Please note that this position does not offer visa sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. Selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire.

  

Apply electronically by the application deadline date of May 17, 2026. Questions about this position should be directed to Joshua Xiong at jxxiong@uwm.edu 

Reasonable Accommodations
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Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
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Employment Authorization
In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.