Lecturer in Atmospheric Science-Meteorology

About the role

The Department of Atmospheric Science, Environmental Science, and Physics invites part-time faculty candidates for Lecturer in Atmospheric Science in the School of Mathematics, Science & Engineering. This position presents face-to-face labs and/or lectures in undergraduate meteorology courses including Meteorology, Synoptic, and Forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures.
• Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.
• Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
• Be available outside of class to help students learn as well as answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically).
• Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and processes including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.
• Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
• Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Atmospheric Science and/or Meteorology, OR Master's Degree in related area with 18 graduate semester hours in Atmospheric Science and/or Meteorology.
• Previous teaching experience at the collegiate level.

Qualifications

• Ability to teach undergraduate atmospheric science and/or meteorology, including lectures and labs.
• Ability to effectively learn and use instructional technology.
• Willingness and flexibility to teach day, evening and weekend sections as needed.
• Ability to incorporate technology into teaching.
• Strong commitment to undergraduate teaching.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of undergraduate teaching experience at the collegiate level.
• Interest and experience in teaching a diverse population of students and using computers and advanced technology to enhance the educational experience of students, both non-science and science majors.

Pay

Salary: $2,900 - $3,500 per 3 hr course, commensurate with experience

Schedule

Work Hours: Based on course assignment to include daytime or evening classes.