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Lecturer in School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (Continuous Recruitment)

Universities of Wisconsin · Oshkosh, WI

Posted Jul 21, 2025 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell us about a time you changed a course based on how students performed.

What they are checking: Whether they use evidence to improve their teaching.

What would you do

How do you teach an intro STEM course where many students are afraid of failing?

What they are checking: Whether they can keep rigor while helping anxious students stay in the course.

A student has failed the first two exams but comes to every class. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they reach out early and help students change how they study.

How do you handle cheating on an online quiz or a copied lab report?

What they are checking: Whether they deal with integrity issues fairly and follow policy.

How much teaching could you take on, and how flexible is your schedule?

What they are checking: Whether they fit an open pool where hiring supervisors reach out as needs come up.

About the work

Which STEM discipline would you teach, such as biology, chemistry, computer science, geology, math or psychology, and what courses?

What they are checking: Whether their master's-level training fits the courses that program needs filled.

Walk us through how you'd run a lab session safely with 24 students.

What they are checking: Whether they plan for safety, equipment and active learning in a lab setting.

Tell us about a concept students often get wrong in your field and how you teach it.

What they are checking: Whether they understand common misconceptions and how to correct them.

How do you design exams that test problem-solving, not just memorization?

What they are checking: Whether they can build assessments that measure real understanding.

What changes when you teach a STEM course online, especially one with a lab?

What they are checking: Whether they can keep hands-on learning meaningful 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 Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (Continuous Recruitment) Job Category: Academic Staff Employment Type: Terminal (Fixed Term) Job Profile: Lecturer Job Duties: The School of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh has lecturer positions available periodically in the disciplines of Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering and Engineering Technology, Geology, Mathematics, and Psychology. Once you submit an application to the open pool, you may be contacted by a hiring supervisor if your qualifications meet the needs of the program. 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 Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) 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 : Letter of Interest Resume/CV Transcripts Letters of Recommendation will be requested from highly ranked applicants. * 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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