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Lecturer in School of Public Affairs and Global Engagement (Continuous Recruitment)

Universities of Wisconsin · Oshkosh, WI

Posted Jul 22, 2025 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell us about a time a student said something in class that hurt other students. What did you do?

What they are checking: Whether they can respond in the moment without shutting down learning.

What would you do

How do you lead class discussions on topics like race, politics or justice when students strongly disagree?

What they are checking: Whether they can keep hard conversations respectful and grounded in evidence.

Many students take these courses for general education. How do you make them care about the subject?

What they are checking: Whether they can connect course content to students' lives and future work.

A student comes to you struggling with something outside class. How do you respond?

What they are checking: Whether they act as a caring first point of contact and refer appropriately.

How much teaching could you take on, and when are you available?

What they are checking: Whether their schedule fits an ongoing pool that hires periodically.

About the work

The school covers fields from Criminal Justice to Hmong Studies to Fire and Emergency Response Management. Which area would you teach, and what courses?

What they are checking: Whether their expertise matches a specific discipline in this broad school.

How do you help students tell the difference between a strong source and a weak one?

What they are checking: Whether they teach critical thinking and research skills, not just content.

How do you design writing assignments that build real analytical skill?

What they are checking: Whether they can scaffold writing and give useful feedback.

How would you bring community perspectives, such as Hmong, Indigenous or Latinx communities in Wisconsin, into your course respectfully?

What they are checking: Whether they can include community voices without tokenizing them.

What changes when you teach a discussion-heavy course online?

What they are checking: Whether they can create real discussion in an online format.

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The full job description

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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: Lecturer in School of Public Affairs and Global Engagement (Continuous Recruitment) Job Category: Academic Staff Employment Type: Terminal (Fixed Term) Job Profile: Lecturer Job Duties: The School of Public Affairs and Global Engagement at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh has lecturer positions available periodically teaching courses in disciplines such as African American Studies, Anthropology, Chicana/o and Latinx Studies, Criminal Justice, Environmental Studies, Fire and Emergency Response Management, Global Languages and Cultures, History, Hmong Studies, International and Global Studies, Indigenous Studies, Philosophy, Political Science, Public Administration, Sociology, and Women’s and Gender Studies. Facilitates classroom, online, and/or laboratory instruction and assists with instructional development and design for a single course or series of courses within an academic discipline to support the delivery of quality instruction. Provides for-credit instruction in formats such as classroom, online and/or laboratory settings, including grading. Serves as an instructor of record. Key Job Responsibilities: • Facilitates classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction for one or more courses, including assessment of student performance • Serves as an initial point of contact for students as it relates to specific course or series content and expectations • Develops instructional design and curriculum relevant to a course of instruction Department: School of Public Affairs and Global Engagement Compensation: Competitive Required Qualifications: • Master's degree in appropriate discipline. Preferred Qualifications: • Ph.D. or approved equivalent experience. How to Apply: To apply, click on the APPLY button or go to: http://wisconsin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UW_Comprehensives?Institution=5adf054562b610142325cb73e24d0000 Required Application Materials : Cover letter Resume * Please use your application materials to speak to each of the qualifications for this position as listed above. Be sure to describe your relevant experience and areas of expertise, using specific examples from your work and education history. All final candidates will be asked to provide names, email contact information, and/or phone numbers for three (3) references, with at least one being from a manager or supervisor, during the interview process. Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application. Note: Once you have attached your materials and submitted your application you will not be able to go into the system and change them. Contact Information: For questions regarding your application and additional options to apply: Contact Human Resources at recruitment@uwosh.edu or 920-424-1166. Legal Notices: Reasonable Accommodations UWO provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact afaction@uwosh.edu or 920-424-1166. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability. Confidentiality of Applicant Materials UWO is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law. UWO will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin's Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of "final candidates" and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request. CBC & Reference Check Policy All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. Work Authorization Unless otherwise indicated in the job posting, the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. UW Oshkosh is not an e-verify employer; therefore, STEM extensions are not options for work authorization. Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act) For the UWO Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see https://uwosh.edu/police/ , or call UWO Police Department, at (920) 424-1212 for a paper copy. EEO Statement Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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