Lecturer in Business Law

University of Wisconsin–Madison

Job Description

The Lecturer will lead multiple in-person discussion sections for GB 301 (Business Law) which may be offered in the Fall, Spring, and/or Summer semesters. We are looking for a commitment to collaboration, student-centered learning, inclusion and research-based/applied curriculum design and development. Well-qualified candidates will have experience in course or training development, inclusive design, and/or developing assignments and activities that help all students meet stated learning outcomes. Expertise in Business Law or Accounting through research or industry experience would be an advantage. Experience working with and serving a diverse group of learners or constituents is also preferred.

The Lecturer is responsible for developing in-class teaching and learning objectives that are in alignment with learning outcomes; classroom instruction; and exam preparation all under the general supervision of the course instructor and the Chair of the Department. The Lecturer will also participate in service to the AIS Department and the Wisconsin School of Business (WSB). These responsibilities and duties comprise 100% of the work in this position.

Responsibilities:

Facilitates classroom, online, and/or laboratory instruction and assists with instructional development and design for a single course or series of courses within an academic discipline to support the delivery of quality instruction. Provides for-credit instruction in formats such as classroom, online and/or laboratory settings, including grading. Serves as an instructor of record.

  • 70% Facilitates classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction for one or more courses, including assessment of student performance
  • 20% Develops instructional design and curriculum relevant to a course of instruction
  • 10% Serves as an initial point of contact for students as it relates to specific course or series content and expectations

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

 

Education:

Required
PhD
Must have JD, or PhD, with focus in legal studies.

Preference of a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, or LLM degree in taxation or related area

Qualifications:

Required:
  • Minimum 2 years of experience at the manager or higher level in public accounting or related area such as business law or taxation.

Preferred:
  • Prior teaching experience

Work Type:

Full or Part Time: 10% - 100%

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Terminal, 9 month appointment.
This position has the possibility to be extended or converted to an ongoing appointment based on need and/or funding

Salary:

Negotiable
ACADEMIC (9 months)

Additional Information:

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 need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.

Diversity and inclusion are primary values for the Wisconsin School of Business and are integral to achieving our strategic goals. We seek candidates with an awareness of and commitment to the principles of diversity and inclusion across all spectrums. Our school is committed to continuously increasing the cultural competence of its staff and faculty members through school-wide forums and professional development opportunities.

This position can be extended in subsequent semesters to teach one or more of course(s) listed on this PVL, or similar courses within the department. The FTE for this position has the potential to fluctuate depending on the number of classes taught. This position may become renewable if there is a need for an ongoing appointment.

How to Apply:

Complete the online application, attach a comprehensive resume, and write a cover letter that addresses your qualifications for this position. Your cover letter should demonstrate your written communication skills and highlight the following areas:

  • Experience collaborating with colleagues in course development or other learning settings
  • Experience designing or facilitating student-centered learning activities (e.g., innovative or experimental activities or programming, teaching in non-traditional classrooms, working in other learning contexts)

Our search committee will review all application materials after the posted deadline. We will notify selected applicants to participate further in the selection process directly. We will notify all applicants once the search is completed and we have selected a top candidate. As applicants move on to next steps in the process, they will be asked to provide names and contact information (e-mail address, phone number, and mailing address) of at least three references.

Contact:

Se Yang
se.yang@wisc.edu
608-263-2975
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

 

Official Title:

Lecturer(TL020)

Department(s):

A12-WISCONSIN SCH OF BUSINESS/ACCOUNTING & INFO SYS

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Terminal

Job Number:

295065-AS

 

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

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

The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department.

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