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University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Lecturer in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Completed online applications must include:
A letter of application describing interest in and qualifications for the position as identified above
Resume or curricula vitae, which includes applicant’s email address & phone number
Three (3) professional references, listing the names, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses
This position is posted with the intent to create a pool of candidates in anticipation of future openings to fill instructional needs. For position inquiries, please contact the Chair of the Theatre Department, Bill Watson at bwatson@uwm.edu.
Position Information
Position Information
Posting Number: T00070
Official Title: Lecturer
Working Title Lecturer
Division Peck School of the Arts
Position Type: Temporary
Posting Type Temporary
UWM Description
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee ( UWM ) is Wisconsin’s second-largest university, with a unique dual mission of access and research to provide high-quality education for students from all backgrounds. UWM is one of 146 top research universities recognized as “R1” by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Along with its main campus in Milwaukee, UWM has a branch campus in Waukesha.
UWM celebrates, values and promotes the diverse voices and experiences of its students and employees and our community partners. We believe diversity enriches and strengthens our institution. UWM is committed to providing equitable access to opportunities for students and employees from every background. We aspire to create a campus climate that is welcoming to all. Learn more here: https://uwm.edu/community-empowerment-institutional-inclusivity/about/
School/College/Division Description
The UWM Peck School of the Arts (https://uwm.edu/arts/) is one of the largest and most comprehensive arts schools in the region. It has over 1600 majors and offers degree programs in art, dance, film, music, and theatre. The Theatre (https://uwm.edu/arts/theatre/) Department has approximately 170 majors and minors, 12 full time faculty/staff and 10-15 adjunct instructors. It offers a BA in Theatre Practices, Professional Theatre Teacher Licensure, and BFA degrees in the areas of Performance (Acting & Musical Theatre) and Production (Technical, Costumes & Stage Management). Our mission is to provide students with a lasting and meaningful theatre education. We teach through practice and engagement in public performance, community programming, interdisciplinary projects, internships, intensive training, and applied arts research. More information can be found on the web site for Peck School of the Arts Theatre Department.
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (https://uwm.edu/) is one of two public doctoral research universities in Wisconsin, offering 25,000 students a comprehensive liberal arts and professional education through 159 degree programs.
Expected Duration/Hours: Variable
Pay Basis Academic
Salary Grade
FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Summary
UW-Milwaukee Peck School invites applicants for the position of Lecturer to teach a variety of theatre related courses in the Theatre Department for upcoming academic terms.
The 15-week courses will be filled based on program need and may include Acting for Non-majors, Community Engagement, Costume Construction, Dramaturgy, Design, Improvisation, Management, Physical Theatre/Movement for Actors, Play Analysis, Playwriting, Storytelling, and Technical Theatre and Production, Theatre Education, Theatre History, Theatre & Social Change, Theatre & Popular Culture, and Voice & Speech.
Specific responsibilities will vary by course. However, general responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, working collaboratively with Theatre faculty to maintain a vital curriculum; foster a sense of community and students’ individual development; and actively participate in department meetings (when appropriate).
Teaching load and specific courses will vary based on program needs.
This position is posted with the intent to create a pool of candidates in anticipation of future openings to fill part-time instructional needs. Available positions will be based on instructional needs for the upcoming academic term, and consideration for each availability will be based on the area of interest identified in the posting-specific questions.
Minimum Qualifications
BA or BFA in Theatre, or other related field, or equivalent professional experience (degree must be granted by date of hire)
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree or equivalent professional/academic experience or higher.
Professional Experience in areas of Expertise
Other qualifications may be reviewed based on specific instructional needs for each term.
Target Salary Range
Benefits and Total Rewards
As part of UWM’s commitment to supporting the success of our team members through positive experiences, employees are provided with Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life. UWM offers a comprehensive benefits package and contributes towards the cost of several benefit plans. Employees with a qualifying position also receive an extensive leave package (https://uwm.edu/hr/benefits/leave/) including vacation, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday, and paid legal holidays. Please visit this link to view summary benefits information. (Compensation figures are for example purposes only.) UWM Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life (https://uwm.edu/hr/benefits-to-benefit-you-and-your-life/)
Application Instructions
Completed online applications must include:
A letter of application describing interest in and qualifications for the position as identified above
Resume or curricula vitae, which includes applicant’s email address & phone number
Three (3) professional references, listing the names, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses
This position is posted with the intent to create a pool of candidates in anticipation of future openings to fill instructional needs. For position inquiries, please contact the Chair of the Theatre Department, Bill Watson at bwatson@uwm.edu.
Application Deadline
Continuous (Open Until Filled)? Yes
If Continuous, Initial Review Date 01/24/2022
Position Contact Name Bill Watson
Contact Phone (414) 229-4947
Contact Email bwatson@uwm.edu
Application Notes
For this position, applicants are required to apply online. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Additionally, applicants must complete all required fields and attach any required documents. The process is complete when the message “Your application has been submitted” is displayed and you receive a confirmation number.
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