Teaching Faculty - American Indian Studies Program at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in Milwaukee, WI

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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 Faculty - American Indian Studies Program Job Category: Academic Staff Employment Type: Regular Job Profile: Teaching Faculty I Job Duties: The American Indian Studies (AIS) Program invites applications for a Teaching Faculty I or II position in the College of Letters & Science at UWM. This 9-month position will be responsible for a 4-4 teaching load with two of those courses per semester jointly offered with the History Department and two offered solely within the AIS Program. One of the jointly offered courses will satisfy the ACT 31 requirement for Wisconsin Educators. The successful applicant will be able to effectively teach core courses in the AIS program and provide expertise within their own specialization. We welcome applicants from multiple disciplines, including interdisciplinary work. Anticipated start date is January 2027. Key Job Responsibilities: Assists in defining the objectives of the program and plays a major role in carrying out program duties Develops teaching techniques that enhance course effectiveness in alignment with desired outcomes and established strategy Supervises the day to day activities of work unit employees involved in instructional support as needed Assesses learner performance and prepares reports recommending instructional improvements Provides classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction, including grading 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 Department: The AIS Program has a strong commitment to Indigenous language revitalization, Indigenous pedagogy, methodologies and land-based education. Course offerings can be a combination of in-class and online. Please see our webpage for AIS and the Electa Quinney Institute for American Indian Education, a closely associated research unit on campus. https://uwm.edu/american-indian-studies/ https://uwm.edu/electa-quinney/ Compensation: $30,355 up to $50,000 (Final salary offer will be determined based on qualifications and experience). Required Qualifications: Master's degree in American Indian Studies, History, or closely related field Coursework in American Indian/ Native/ Indigenous studies or comparable experience Teaching Experience Preferred Qualifications: PhD or other terminal degree in field directly related to American Indian Studies or PhD in History is preferred Coursework in American Indian/ Native/ Indigenous studies Experience working with people of different cultures, experiences, and values Experience teaching undergraduate courses Experience with learning management systems (LMS, e.g. Canvas, Blackboard, etc.) How to Apply: Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide both: A Cover Letter and Curriculum Vitae (CV) PLEASE NOTE: Curricula vitae (CV) and cover letters will need to be uploaded to the same area in the application. Note: Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application to ensure full consideration. Additional documents submitted aside from a cover letter and CV /resume will not be considered. Finalist candidate(s) being considered for hire will be required to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool. References will not be contacted prior to candidates being notified. In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates’ application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications Apply by the application deadline, November 29th, 2026. Contact Information: Angela Broderick - HR Coordinator Email: wickhama@uwm.edu (preferred contact method) Phone: