Lecturer in Broadcast Meteorology

About the Role

The Department of Atmospheric Science, Environmental Science, and Physics invites part-time faculty candidates for Lecturer in Broadcast Meteorology within the School of Math Science and Engineering. This position presents face-to-face labs and/or lectures in undergraduate broadcast meteorology courses. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of part-time faculty members at the University include teaching and professional activities as assigned. This applicant pool will remain open and be used to hire interested part-time faculty as needed for the 2026-2027 academic year.

Essential Functions

• 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.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge and teaching ability needed in broadcast meteorology or broadcasting.
• Strong commitment to undergraduate teaching.
• 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.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Education

• Master's Degree in Atmospheric Science and/or Meteorology, OR
• Master's Degree in a related area with 18 graduate semester hours in Atmospheric Science and/or Meteorology, OR
• Master's Degree in a related area with five (5) years of broadcasting experience.

Required Work Experience

• Previous teaching experience in this field at the collegiate level OR experience as a broadcast meteorologist OR experience as a broadcaster.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching courses in this discipline at the collegiate level.
• Experience 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.

Work Hours

Based on course assignment to include daytime or evening classes.

Salary

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