ASSISTANT PROFESSOR

October 11, 2024

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee


Position Information
Posting Details

Official Job Title ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
Working Title:
Position Number 02326966
Division College of Health Sciences
Department B1030 HEALTH INFORMATICS & ADMIN
Position Type Faculty
Appointment Type Tenure Track Faculty
FLSA Status Exempt
Percent 100%
Posting Type Faculty & Instructional
Introduction (Description of School/College/Dept/Program) The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee provides a world-class, affordable education to 25,000 students from 90 countries. As one of the nation’s top research universities, UWM partners with leading companies in Wisconsin and beyond to advance knowledge, bring new discoveries to market and prepare students for work in a global economy. We are committed to attracting, retaining and growing a diverse staff that honors unique experiences and perspectives. At UWM, we strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming. We take pride in being dedicated to diversity in its student body, faculty and staff, and programs. Join our UWM family where your talents and expertise are recognized, valued, and contribute to greater pathways of success in both your career and life.
The UW-Milwaukee College of Health Sciences Health Informatics & Administration Department encompasses a range of programs dedicated to facilitating Undergraduate, Graduate, and Doctoral students’ development of skills in areas of high demand in health care.
Within the Health Care Informatics programs, we develop students’ skills in high-demand areas in health care, such as systems analysis and design, database design and management, clinical decision support and computer programming.
Job Summary This position is a 100% hard-funded tenure-track 9-month academic year appointment with competitive salary, attractive benefits and start-up package, and the possibility to generate summer salary. The successful candidate will be expected to teach graduate and/or undergraduate courses; mentor graduate students; develop and/or expand their own externally-funded research program; engage in university and professional service; and collaborate with academic colleagues in the College of Health Sciences and the University, as well as with community partners. 
Minimum Qualifications
  • PhD or Terminal Degree by the time of appointment.
Preferred Qualifications
  • PhD or Terminal Degree in Health Informatics, Biomedical Informatics, or a related field (e.g. Computer Science, Data Science, Biostatistics, Biomedical Engineering, Medical Informatics, Health Sciences, Public Health)
  • Evidence of teaching experience/excellence, including online and distance education instructional methods.
  • Evidence of experience in research and scholarship activities
  • Prior professional experience practicing health informatics
  • Ability to communicate and foster effective relationships with people from diverse cultural, educational, and financial background.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills. 
Application Instructions This is a continuous recruitment with aninitial review date of January 16, 2022. Candidates applying after the initial date of review may not be reviewed. For guaranteed consideration, please apply by January 15, 2022.
Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide:

  • A cover letter describing research and teaching interests
  • A full CV
  • a research statement describing most significant contributions and current and future research activities,
  • a teaching statement describing approach, experience and evidence of teaching excellence, and
  • A document listing the names and contact information for three professional references with contact information to include telephone number and email address

Three letters of recommendation will be required of all finalists. If available at the time of application, please upload online along with other application materials.
In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidate’s application materials whether she/he meets any of the qualifications, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications.
Apply electronically at: https://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/35553 following the instructions above. Questions about this position should be directed to Amanda Grober at [email protected] .
Application Deadline
Continuous (Open Until Filled?) Yes
If Continuous, Initial Review Date 01/16/2023
Position Contact Name Amanda Grober
Contact Phone 414-251-8499
Contact Email [email protected]
Application Notes For this position, applicants are required to apply online. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Additionally, applicants must complete all required fields and attach any required documents. The process is complete when the message “Your application has been submitted” is displayed and you receive a confirmation number.
Legal Notices AA/EO Statement
UWM is an AA/EO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.
Reasonable Accommodations
UWM 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 [email protected] or 414-229-4463. 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
UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM 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 and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/ , or call UWM’s Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.
Employment Authorization
In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Title and Total Compensation Project
The University of Wisconsin System is engaged in a Title and Total Compensation (TTC) project to redesign job titles and compensation structures. As a result of the TTC project, official job titles on current job postings may change in 2021. Job duties and responsibilities will remain the same. For more information please visit: wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/title-and-total-compensation-study/

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