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The Department of English at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee invites applications for up to seven open positions of Teaching Faculty with Open Rank. Rank (I, II, III) will be determined by the teaching experience indicated at the time of the application. The initial appointment will be for one academic year with the future possibility of rolling multi-year contracts. The appointment will start August 24, 2026.

Candidates should have experience teaching one or more of the following: first-year composition; technical, professional, business writing; advanced composition, basic writing, and/or English as a Second Language. Applicants should be prepared to teach up to four sections each semester.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• 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

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

• Assesses learner performance and prepares reports recommending instructional improvements

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The Department of English is a large, complex, vibrant, and productive workplace. It consists of thirty-four faculty, twenty-seven academic staff, three administrative members, and a hundred twenty-six graduate students. It is also an extremely productive research-oriented department with a strong commitment to academic excellence. The individual in this position functions in a highly professional capacity for the department.

Compensation: $30,355 – $46,555 ( Final salary offer will be determined based on title, qualifications, and experience)

Required Qualifications:

• MA or MFA in English or related field

• 2 years of experience teaching in one of the areas listed above, with evidence of teaching effectiveness

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD in English or related field

• MA TESOL, TESOL certificate, or experience teaching multilingual writers

• Experience teaching developmental reading or Integrated Reading and Writing (IRW)

• Experience with Critical AI Literacy or related approaches to teaching composition

• Additional years of experience teaching in any of the areas listed above

• Demonstrated teaching excellence.

• Experience teaching in Access-Oriented Institutions (AOIs)

How to Apply:

Applicants are required to apply on-line through this website and should submit the following required documents by the application deadline of Sunday, June 07, 2026:

1) A cover letter including a statement of expertise, teaching interests and teaching philosophy and;

2) A curriculum vitae (CV)

Note: Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the application to ensure full consideration. Additional documents submitted aside from cover letters including a statement of expertise, teaching interests and teaching philosophy; curriculum vitae and the names and contact information (phone number and email) of three references 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.

Finalist candidates(s) will be asked to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool. References will not be contacted prior to candidates being notified.

Questions about this position should be directed to Angela Broderick at [email protected] or (414) 229-3379.

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.



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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.

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