Teaching Faculty I

Job Summary

This position will be responsible for delivering the undergraduate research sequence of EP 468, EP 469, EP 568, EP 569 as part of the community building process for the Engineering Physics major. These courses meet once a week with coordinated instructional activities.

• EP 468: INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING RESEARCH – An introduction to the conduct of engineering research: the scientific method, ethics in research, documentation and treatment of research data, publication practices and the structure of the broader research community are covered.
• EP 469: RESEARCH PROPOSAL IN ENGINEERING PHYSICS – An introduction to current research topics in Engineering Physics. Development of an undergraduate research proposal supervised by faculty members. Open to EP majors only.
• EP 568: RESEARCH PRACTICUM IN ENGINEERING PHYSICS – Undergraduate research projects supervised by faculty members.
• EP 569: RESEARCH PRACTICUM IN ENGINEERING PHYSICS II – Undergraduate research supervised by faculty members. Senior thesis.

Successful candidates will be expected to use established course curriculum and materials to provide instruction to students enrolled in the EP research sequence.

Responsibilities

• Meeting with students to assess/assist course progress and to provide advice and guidance when needed
• Helping students identify potential faculty PIs with aligned research interests
• Overseeing the research progress of all EP students
• Working with the Associate Chair for Undergraduate Studies to complete the annual program assessment
• Supervises the day to day activities of work unit employees involved in instructional support as needed
• Develops teaching techniques that enhance course effectiveness in alignment with desired outcomes and established strategy
• Assists in defining the objectives of the program and plays a major role in carrying out program duties
• Assists in developing techniques and/or model programs for carrying out instructional goals in disciplinary area and may help identify ways in which new techniques could be of assistance
• Mentor undergraduate researchers throughout the lifecycle of a research project
• Provides classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction, including grading
• Assesses learner performance and prepares reports recommending instructional improvements

Education

Ph.D. in Engineering required.

Required Qualifications

• Prior experience conducting research as an undergraduate or graduate student
• Proven track record of publishing peer-reviewed research articles and presenting at professional conferences
• Experience teaching research skills to undergraduate students
• Experience supporting undergraduate researchers through major milestones or multi-year research projects across diverse disciplines

Pay

The starting salary for the position is $72,000, but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule & Work Location

This position can be full or part-time, between 50-100%. It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Additional Information

This is a terminal position expected to end on May 16, 2027; with the possibility extending for a second year or changing to Fixed Term Renewable status if there is a need for an ongoing appointment and/or funding becomes available.

Contact Information

Dina Christenson
1500 Engineering Dr
Madison, WI 53706
dina.christenson@wisc.edu