University of Wisconsin is hiring: Pool Lecturer - Communication Studies in Indi

Division/College: College of Arts, Social Sciences & Humanities

Description of College/Department/Program/Division/Unit: The College of Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities (CASSH) includes departments and programs in the humanities, social sciences, and interdisciplinary studies, as well as departments in the School of Visual and Performing Arts (VPA). CASSH/VPA continues the established liberal studies tradition of providing curricula leading to the Bachelor of Arts or the Bachelor of Science degree.

CASSH/VPA is dedicated to providing quality innovative instruction and creative learning experiences which prepare students for future careers and education. More broadly, such learning allows students to continue to develop meaningful, responsible lives. Graduates of the college will have developed the ability to communicate effectively, think critically, conduct sound research, understand complex issues, participate meaningfully as global citizens, and discover and apply carefully considered values.

CASSH/VPA faculty and staff are committed to maintaining academic integrity and high ethical standards. CASSH/VPA, through its faculty, students, and curricula, is also dedicated to advancing cultural diversity. Furthermore, by developing partnerships and encouraging professional connections, the college works diligently to establish its membership in the broader community.

The academic community within the College of Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities and School of Visual and Performing Arts supports a strong general education program, nurtures exceptional disciplinary programs, and creates innovative interdisciplinary and international programs, which together promote lifelong personal and professional learning for every individual who comes through their programs.

Position Summary: Under general supervision of the department chair, a person in this position is responsible for teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses. In addition to preparing for and holding classes (face-to-face, hybrid, and/or online), teaching involves maintaining currency in the content area related to the teaching assignment, evaluating students’ work, assessing student outcomes, maintaining appropriate records, and holding office hours. In addition, workload may involve advising students and/or providing other service to the department. Other duties may be assigned by the chair or dean.

Required Qualifications:

1. Masters Degree in CST or Speech (except in rare circumstances where post-baccalaureate certification or licensure or a baccalaureate plus experience can be established as appropriate qualifications for the teaching position).
2. Experience teaching at the College Level.
3. Experience teaching Public Speaking.

All persons hired for Academic Instruction will be required to submit all of their official copies of their transcripts to Human Resources upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Experience teaching Comm Skills.
2. Experience teaching Interpersonal, Group.
3. Knowledge of/Sensitivity to Diversity.
4. Positive Student Evaluations.

Pay Basis: Academic (9 Mo)

Position Contact Name: Dr. Linda Dickmeyer, Department Chair

Position Contact Email:

Instructions for Application:
At the time of application, for your Reference Contact Information document, please include the names, email addresses, and phone numbers of at least 3 professional references. All persons hired for Academic Instruction will be required to submit all of their official copies of their transcripts to Human Resources upon hire.

International/Immigration Sponsorships:
UW-La Crosse does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

AA/EO Statement:
The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. We strongly encourage women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans to apply. UWL, in compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.