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The International Studies Major and the Department of Geography at the University of Wisconsin-Madison seek a tenure track assistant professor trained in geographical and related social science approaches to critical development. We seek a scholar with a place-based approach to research and teaching, preferably focused on the Middle East, Africa, or East Asia. Thematic interests in climate, environmental justice, health, disasters, human rights, and/or humanitarianism. The tenure home and half of the teaching responsibilities of the appointee (including graduate-level teaching and advising) will be in the Department of Geography. The remaining half of the appointee's teaching responsibilities will be in the International Studies Major. We welcome candidates who can contribute to an inclusive environment, bring new perspectives on mentoring and educating students from diverse backgrounds, and value collegiality and collaboration. The Department of Geography and International Studies Program, and our university, have a strong commitment to recruit and retain diverse applicants. The successful candidate will contribute to an inclusive, fair, and equitable environment that fosters engagement and a sense of belonging for faculty, staff, students and members of the broader community.
Responsibilities:The successful candidate will be expected to develop a national and international research profile by publishing their research in reputable peer-reviewed journals, edited volumes, and books. They will also actively participate in faculty governance and other service to the department, program, university, and profession. The successful candidate will teach graduate and undergraduate classes, and mentor students. The general teaching load is four courses per year, 2 in one semester and 2 in the other. Applicants will divide their teaching between the International Studies Major and the Geography Department. The successful candidate will be expected to regularly teach Introduction to International Studies, a large introductory course in the International Studies Major. Additional topics will depend on the candidates' specific expertise.
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.
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Required
PhD in Geography or closely related discipline by start of the appointment is required.
Successful candidates will show high potential for outstanding research and teaching in the economic dimensions of Environmental Geography and International Studies. In addition, the successful candidate will demonstrate experience with fostering or the ability to foster an inclusive and equity-centered teaching, learning, departmental, and research environment
where all can thrive.
Full Time: 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.
Ongoing/Renewable
Anticipated Begin Date:AUGUST 19, 2024
Salary:Negotiable
ACADEMIC (9 months)
The International Studies Major is an interdisciplinary undergraduate instructional unit that focuses on the study of global issues, grounded in three core ideas: (i) A relational, interactional, contextually rooted understanding of global forces and dynamics; (ii) The mutual constitution of the global and the local, (iii) The importance of a broad, interdisciplinary approach to global issues. An outstanding feature of International Studies Major at UW Madison is the support provided by its many Title VI-funded Area Studies Programs ().
The Department of Geography at UW-Madison is a top-ranked program with a renowned geography program having strengths in the Global South and mixed method approaches. UW-Madison Geography offers BA/BS and graduate degrees (M.S./Ph.D.).
The appointee is expected to be a full member of both the Department of Geography and the International Studies Major community. They will be expected to build a research, teaching, and service record commensurate with the tenure expectations and standards of the rank, the Department of Geography, and the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Madison is situated among four lakes, with the university situated on southern shore of the largest. It is a walkable, bikeable, beautiful city that regularly makes national top-ten lists for quality of life. Our food carts have been ranked #1 in the nation, our farmers' markets are legendary, our libraries and public parks are great. Community events-from protests to concerts to football games-are diverse and lively, and it is not as cold here as you think.
The College of Letters & Science is committed to creating an inclusive environment in which all of us - students, staff, and faculty - can thrive. Ours is a community in which we all are welcome. Most importantly, we strive to build a community in which all of us feel a great sense of belonging. There is no excellence without diversity in all its forms; diverse teams are more creative and successful than homogeneous ones. We are better when we are diverse and when we acknowledge, celebrate and honor our diversity. In acknowledging and honoring our diversity, we also assume a responsibility to support and stand up for each other.
Applications arriving after the deadline cannot be guaranteed consideration. Apply online at "Jobs at UW" () under job number 287873. Applications must be received through UW- Madison's online application system. Applications submitted outside of this system will not be considered. Click the "Apply Now" button to start the application process. Applications must be submitted electronically as a single PDF, which should include: 1) letter of interest, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) statement of research interests (1-2 pages), 4) teaching statement (1-2 pages), and 5) one or two writing examples (uploaded as one document). Candidates will be asked to provide contact information for three references; each reference will each receive an electronic link through which they can upload a signed letter of reference.
For full consideration, all materials must be received no later than 11:59pm on November 3, 2023. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Please note that applicants will be evaluated based upon submitted application materials and therefore should speak to and include evidence of their qualifications.
For further questions, please contact search committee co-chairs Erica Simmons () and Stephen Young ()
Employment will require an institutional reference check regarding any misconduct. To be considered, applicants must upload a signed 'Authorization to Release Information' form as part of the application. The authorization form and a definition of 'misconduct' can be found here:
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Assistant Professor(FA040)
Department(s):A48-COL OF LETTERS & SCIENCE/GEOGRAPHY/GEOGRAPHY
Employment Class:Faculty
Job Number:287873-FA
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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.
If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/