Assistant Teaching Professor - Human Biology & Nutritional Science

Position Information

WORKING TITLE: Assistant Teaching Professor - Human Biology & Nutritional Science
UW SYSTEM OFFICIAL TITLE: Teaching Assistant Professor
POSTING DATE: April 29, 2024
START DATE: August 26, 2024

Essential Job Functions

The Human Biology program at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay seeks applicants for an Assistant Teaching Professor position in Nutritional Sciences. 

The successful applicant will contribute to an academic unit which is interdisciplinary in nature and has a strong history of preparing students for careers in health science, including nutritional science where we have been extremely effective in preparing students for a career in dietetics.

This position will be responsible for enhancing UW-Green Bay's mission-driven inclusive teaching efforts and creating and maintaining an educational environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates those with diverse identities, beliefs, and cultural backgrounds.

What You'll Do

• Teaching a course load of 27 (~9 courses) credits per academic year in Nutritional Science with opportunities to teach other courses in the Human Biology program.
• Teaching assignment could include any lower-level nutritional science courses, e.g., Food and Nutritional Health, Ethnic Influences on Nutrition, etc. with face-to-face teaching expected and the possibility of online instruction. 
• Teaching assignment may include upper level nutrition science courses based on the applicant's areas of expertise and experience.
• Teaching assignment may include graduate nutrition science courses based on the applicant's areas of expertise and experience.   
• A small portion of the person's teaching load may also be allocated to work with the clinical care coordinator in teaching and supporting the supervised practicum component of the integrated master's / RDN program.  
• Depending on the candidate's areas of expertise, this instructor may also contribute to teaching lower level Human Biology courses or a First-year seminar course. 
• Participation in Nutrition Science and Human Biology meetings, and committee work as it pertains to ongoing program and curricular development and assessment.   
• Implement inclusive instructional strategies to increase support for students from underrepresented and first-generation backgrounds at UW-Green Bay.
• Advise and mentor students. 

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Earned Master's Degree in Nutritional Science, Dietetics, Human Biology, Biology, or a closely related field from an accredited institution prior to start date
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and a commitment to undergraduate education

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• RDN credential 

The Successful Candidate

The successful candidate will be expected to work inclusively and respectfully within a diverse campus community and practice civility in the workplace.  The University welcomes applicants who are dedicated to the appreciation and promotion of inclusivity and equity as crucial components in the pursuit of organizational excellence.

In addition, the successful candidate will have strong oral, written, interpersonal, and organizational skills, demonstrated integrity and strong leadership, and the willingness to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. The University invites applicants who are dedicated to enriching the quality of life for students and the community by embracing the educational value of diversity, promoting environmental sustainability, encouraging engaged citizenship, and serving as an intellectual, cultural, and economic resource.

Conditions of Appointment

The home campus of this position is Green Bay, and the successful candidate may be required to teach an occasional course at the Marinette, Sheboygan, or Manitowoc Campus.

Position is a full-time, 9-month, non-tenure track, Instructional Academic Staff appointment. Official transcripts of the highest degree achieved will be required of finalist(s). A criminal conviction investigation will be conducted on the finalist(s). In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the University does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.

All final candidates will be asked to provide names, email contact information, and/or phone numbers for three (3) references, including at least one being from a manager or supervisor, during the interview process. All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire, whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently under investigation for, or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.

The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay 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. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources.

Compensation and Benefits

SALARY INFORMATION

Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

BENEFIT DETAILS

The UW System provides an excellent benefits package to meet the diverse needs of its employees. This includes several health insurance options, with annual deductibles as low as $250/individual and $500/family. Our benefits package also includes dental, vision, several life insurance options, AD&D and Accident insurance and Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts. We participate in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), where employer contributions begin immediately and employees are fully vested after 5 years of service. The UW System also provides supplemental retirement savings programs including a 403(b) and Deferred Compensation.

In addition, employees receive several types of paid leave benefits, which are prorated for employees working less than 100%. This includes 9 legal holidays, 36 hours of personal holiday and between 96-130 hours of sick leave annually. Employees earn 13-27 days of vacation each year, depending on years of service and employment type.

For more details, please review the benefit quick guide linked below.

• UW System Employee Benefits Brochure
• Faculty, Academic Staff, and Limited Quick Guide 
• Total Compensation Estimator

Apply

STEP 1: Please select the applicable link below:
External Applicants: (NOT currently employed by the University of Wisconsin System)
Internal Applicants: (Currently employed by the University of Wisconsin System)

STEP 2: From "Search Jobs" screen:

• Click "View All Jobs"
• Select "Assistant Teaching Professor - Human Biology & Nutritional Science"
  • You must login before you can apply. Input your "User Name" and "Password" and select "Sign In."
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STEP 3: Submit application materials:

Please be sure to complete all required fields, and include all required documents before submitting your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials. Files must be complete to be considered. Please include the following documents:

• Cover letter specifically addressing qualifications for the essential job functions
• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of teaching interests and experience
• Unofficial transcripts of the highest degree achieved 

You must select "Submit" to forward your application materials to the search committee.

If you have any questions, need accommodations, or submitted your application with missing materials, call or email:

Amy Ibuaka
Phone: (920) 465-2104
Email: ibuakaa@uwgb.edu

Application Deadline

To ensure consideration, please submit application materials by Wednesday, May 29, 2024.