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Assistant Professor Legal Studies - SUPERIOR, WI,

Job Information

Job Order ID :
WI3665200
# of Positions :
1
Minimum Education Level :
Master's Degree
Experience Required :
Training :
PhD
Salary :
$50000 + yearly
Duration :
Shift :
First Shift (Day)
Hours per week:
40

Job Description

 
JOB REQUIREMENTS: JOB ID: 20781 POSITION: Visiting Assistant Professor,
IC031, 100%, Instructional Academic Staff, Terminal, 9-month appointment
2024-2025 academic year with the possibility of renewal, one vacancy.
POSITION SUMMARY: Designs and facilitates classroom, online, and/or
laboratory instruction within an academic discipline to ensure quality
delivery of instruction and integration of content within an academic
work unit. Provides for-credit instruction in formats such as classroom,
online and/or laboratory settings, including grading. Serves as an
instructor of record. Advises students, facilitates course assessment,
and may supervise student employees. Provides service as a contributing
member of the department. As the premiere and only four-year Legal
Studies and Criminal Justice Program in the Northland region, we are
dedicated to preparing students for careers and advanced studies in the
areas of law, criminal justice, and beyond. The University of
Wisconsin-Superior is a student-centered university, and we prioritize
providing our students with the personal and professional foundation
needed to succeed after graduation. Instructors are provided with the
support of the administration, department, and program colleagues in
creating a productive, cooperative learning environment that deeply and
meaningfully engages students in their learning. We are looking for
applicants who demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and a dedication
to innovative and engaging teaching strategies. We are seeking
applicants for a Visiting Assistant Professor position, with a
specialized focus in either Legal Studies or Criminal Justice who
demonstrate a commitment to student learning and development. The ideal
Legal Studies applicant will have a strong background in areas such as
constitutional law, legal theory, civil rights, or international law.
The ideal Criminal Justice applicant will have expertise in areas such
as criminal law, corrections, or juvenile justice. JOB DUTIES: Teach 12
credits per semester on campus, incorporating Room and Zoom o Possible
Legal Studies courses include: Alternative Dispute Resolution;
Jurisprudence; Civil Procedure; Environmental Law; Comparative Law; etc.
(see catalog for full listing) o Possible Criminal Justice courses
include: Crime, Corrections, and Punishment; Criminal Justice Policy
Issues and Reform; Delinquency and Juvenile Justice; Community
Corrections; etc. (see catalog for full listing) Develop the materials
necessary for teaching those courses, including syllabi, Canvas modules,
assignments, etc. Coordinate and collaborate with other members of the
Criminal Justice (CJUS) / Legal Studies (LSTU) program to provide
support and advising for students in multiple capacities STARTING DATE:
August 2024 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: For additional information about
UW-Superior, visit www.uwsuper.edu; For additional information about
this position, contact Kennedy Fenster at kfenster@uwsuper.edu For
additional details and to apply, visit the following website and search
for Job ID 20781: www.careers.wisconsin.edu \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE
AND QUALIFICATIONS: REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE: PhD in criminology,
criminal justice, legal studies, or a related field, OR Juris Doctorate
(JD) Higher education teaching experience DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
INCLUDE: Professional experience in justice settings such as law
enforcement agencies, courts, corrections, and/or research Willingness
to engage in community partnerships and demonstrated connections to
potential law or criminal justice regional partners Experience teaching
or learning in an online environment Ability to teach a course on the
topic of tribal sovereignty Legal Studies Applicants: o Familiarity with
and willingness to teach using traditional pre-law pedagogical methods
including IRAC. o Familiarity with legal databases such as Westlaw
\*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
www.careers.wisconsin.edu

Company Information

Name :
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN- SUPERIOR

Application Information

Apply by mail :
Attn: Human Resources - UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN- SUPERIOR
801 N 28th St
PO BOX 2000
SUPERIOR, WI 54880
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