Visiting Assistant Professor in Sustainability and Renewable Energy Systems

The Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at University of Wisconsin - Platteville offers an undergraduate degree in Sustainability and Renewable Energy Systems. This program is designed to provide students with strong foundational knowledge in renewable as well as traditional energy systems and their economic, social and environmental impacts on society. The ideal instructor is passionate about teaching undergraduate students and interested in interdisciplinary course instruction and design.

We are seeking a full-time Visiting Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start date of August 2025. This will be a non-tenure track position. Responsibilities for this position include teaching undergraduate courses in different areas in the Sustainability and Renewable Energy Systems program and related programs. The candidate for the position will also be expected to participate in curriculum development, academic assessment, undergraduate research, scholarly activities and university/community service. The University of Wisconsin System has a nationally top ranked retirement plan and a comprehensive benefits package along with a Trailing Partners Engagement Program. The City of Platteville is a friendly rural community with affordable housing and convenient access to affordable healthcare.

Responsibilities:

• Teaching undergraduate courses in sustainability and renewable energy systems.
• Professional development including leading undergraduate research or other scholarly activities.
• Service to the university and community.

Qualifications:

• Ability to engage modern pedagogy to teach undergraduate students through field, classroom, and laboratory settings.
• Willingness, interest, or experience in cross-disciplinary collaborations.
• Ability to effectively interact and collaborate with colleagues to complete tasks and goals.

What You'll Need to Succeed:

• Minimum of Master's degree, PhD preferred in Civil, Electrical, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field with a focus in sustainability, renewable energy, or energy efficiency.
• Strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate education and a willingness to collaborate with both students and faculty.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Experience teaching undergraduate courses during graduate school (an instructor of record supervising is acceptable) or at least two semesters as a graduate teaching assistant for a lab, leading sections, OR two years' industry related experience.
• Qualified candidate must be capable of teaching at least 4 of the following courses (Course Descriptions may be found at: https://catalog.uwplatt.edu/undergraduate/engineering-mathematics-science/sustainable-renewable-energy-systems/sustainable-renewable-energy-major/) :

Why It's Great to be a Pioneer:

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville, founded in 1866, enrolls students in 42 baccalaureate and 9 master's programs. It possesses institutional strengths in middle level education, engineering, industrial technology, agriculture, criminal justice, and business. The campus is in Southwest Wisconsin's largest and most historic community. The region offers excellent school systems, high quality medical and hospital facilities, outstanding recreational opportunities, and vibrant businesses and industries. UW-Platteville is a cultural and educational center for the Tri-State region of Illinois, Iowa and Wisconsin.

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Department information:

The Sustainability and Renewable Energy field is expected to grow significantly over the next decade, and there's never been a better time to get involved. While working in The University of Wisconsin-Platteville Sustainability and Renewable Energy Systems program you will have the opportunity to help develop student's comprehensive skills to address solutions to technical, economic, and environmental challenges related to energy, efficiency, and renewable resource management.

UW-Platteville is proud to be one of the few universities with renewable energy programs in the United States. This program is supported by an interdisciplinary team of faculty from disciplines across the campus including engineering, chemistry, social sciences, and others, all who bring a passion for sustainability and improving the world around us.

College of EMS:

The SRES program is in the College of Engineering, Mathematics, and Science (EMS). The College of EMS serves 2,534 undergraduate students and 73 graduate students.

The College of EMS's values are provided below:

We, the employees of the College of EMS, value being a key player in our undergraduate students' success:

• We value teaching excellence, continuously improving our teaching skills, creating engaging learning environments, and implementing known best practices in STEM education
• We value nurturing a culture of care toward our students and our colleagues
• We value the university's goal of serving students with a wide range of preparation, and we meet our students where they are
• We value high standards to prepare our students for the rigors of the STEM workplace
• We value providing job-ready skills to our students through authentic, applied, and hands-on learning experiences

Application Deadline:

Applications must be submitted through our online applicant portal. To ensure full consideration applications must be received by November 4, 2024. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.

How to Submit Apply:

The following documents are required for applicant consideration:

• Letter of application addressing all required qualifications
• A current curriculum vitae
• Contact information (name, telephone number, and email address) for 3 professional references.
• A list of courses from the sustainability and renewable energy systems program that the applicant would be able to teach, with particular emphasis on the courses listed above.

We Support Diversity and Inclusion:

Our mission is to foster a diverse environment that contributes to an inclusive culture and climate by promoting critical discourse and meaningful interactions between all members of our campus community.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville is committed to recruiting, supporting, and fostering a diverse, inclusive and civil community of outstanding faculty, staff and students, and is an AA/EEO Employer. A criminal background check is required for employment. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the U.S. at time of hire.

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.