Job description
Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process.Position Title:
Teaching Assistant Professor
Job Category:
Academic Staff
Employment Type:
Regular
Job Profile:
Teaching Assistant Professor
Job Duties:
The Department of Political Science and Public Administration at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is seeking applicants for an academic year (9-month) instructional academic faculty position at the rank of Teaching Assistant Professor with the start date of August 2026. This is a renewable non-tenure track instructional position. We encourage applications from candidates with expertise in American Politics, with an emphasis in public law, constitutional law, and/or legal studies. Come join a community of teacher/scholars committed to student success.
Applications received prior to the first review date will receive full consideration, and the search will continue on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Under general supervision of the department chair, successful candidates will be responsible for teaching undergraduate courses and advising students. In addition to preparing for and holding classes, teaching involves maintaining currency in the content area related to the teaching assignment, evaluating students’ work, assessing student outcomes, providing regular and substantive feedback on student work, maintaining appropriate records, and holding office hours. In addition, faculty provide service to the department, college, university, community and/or professional organizations. Other duties may be assigned by the chair or dean.
The College of Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities (CASSH) is a vibrant academic community bringing together the strengths of the liberal arts, innovative interdisciplinary programs, and the creative energy of the School of Visual and Performing Arts. The College actively supports the university’s General Education Program and offers a robust number of undergraduate degrees and three graduate programs. As an instructor in CASSH, you will join colleagues who share a deep commitment to student success as we prepare students for both meaningful careers as well as citizenship in 21st Century global society.
The review of applications starts on March 15, 2026. Applications received on or before March 15th are prioritized and review will continue until the position(s) is/are filled. Initial interviews will be conducted virtually, with shortlisted candidates invited to campus.
Key Job Responsibilities:
- May supervise student employees involved in development or delivery of instruction
- Facilitates classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction, including assessment of student performance
- Advises students on academic and career direction within a specific field of study
- Contributes to the strategic development of curriculum and academic content through various mediums to ensure the integrity of the educational mission of the work unit
- Contributes to the development of teaching and learning scholarly work including publications and presentations
- Develops and designs curriculum and instructional material relevant to a course of instruction
- Collaborates with department faculty and staff to develop teaching strategies relevant to the discipline
Department:Political Science and Public Administration
Required Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree or JD in a field appropriate to the needs of the department, or significant progress toward a doctorate degree.
- Evidence of the ability to be an effective instructor.
- Evidence of clear and effective communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Applicants with a completed PhD in Political Science are preferred, although advanced ABDs will also be considered.
- Demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence, including dynamic, inclusive, and engaging classroom practices
How to Apply:Cover letter (that addresses the required and preferred qualifications)
CV / Resume
Three to five references with contact information
Contact Information:
Agatha Hultquist [email protected]
How to apply
Application deadlines
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Priority consideration is given to those candidates who apply by the listed ‘First Review Date’. Applications received after that date may be considered at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration. If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact the Office of Human Resources.
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWL is a state agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWL 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 & Reference Check Policy
All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the UWL Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.uwlax.edu/student-life/student-resources/annual-security-report/ or contact the University Police Department at 608.785.9000.
INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR BENEFITS
Your benefits add an additional 40%+ to the overall financial package from the university.
Highlights include:
- Paid vacation for 12-month positions.
- Excellent flexible health insurance with low co-pays and good coverage.
- Paid holidays and paid sick days.
- After 5 years of employment, you become vested in our retirement system which ensures income post-career.
- Benefits at UWL are highly competitive with local industry and some of the strongest in state and nation.
Benefit eligibility is determined at the point of hire. This information is provided for illustrative purposes only. Benefits are also pro-rated based on the appointment percentage.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.
As an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer, the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is engaged in an effort to be a leader in Wisconsin’s movement toward increased diversity and inclusiveness. Please contact the Search and Screen Committee if you have a special need/accommodation to aid your participation in our hiring process.
Employment will require a criminal background check. A pending criminal charge or conviction will not necessarily disqualify an applicant. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, UW-La Crosse does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.
Under Wisconsin Statutes, we are required to provide, upon request, a list of nominees and applicants. As part of the application process, you may choose to be excluded from this list. Persons agreeing to be final candidates (to be interviewed) will have their identities revealed as final candidates.
