Assistant Professor – Tenure-Track – Film Studies – Languages & Literatures – 18863

ATTENTION:

 The Department of Languages & Literatures in the College of Letters & Sciences at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor beginning in August 2023 with film and media studies training and the ability to teach documentary film production, professional writing, and/or general education courses. This is a full-time position with responsibilities for teaching, research, and service to the university and community.

JOB DETAILS:

We are seeking someone with the ability to teach several introductory and upper-level courses in the Film Studies program, including Critical Writing in Multimedia Contexts, Gender and Film, Film Genre, Queer Cinema, Cinema Auteurs, Film Theory, or other courses the candidate may develop given their specific research and teaching interests. The ideal candidate will also be able to teach courses in Professional Writing & Publishing (e.g., PWP 372, Technical and Professional Writing) or General Education. General Education courses may include either the upper-level CORE 390 (World of Ideas) or the First Year English Sequence. In addition to teaching, candidates will be expected to pursue an active research agenda that engages undergraduate students, results in publications, and contributes to advancing the department, university, and profession. The candidate will also be expected to participate in service activities that contribute to the program, department, and college.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum qualifications

·     A terminal degree in a relevant field is required.

·     ABD candidates may apply but must complete their degree by the contract start date in August 2023.

·     Candidates must have significant training in film and media studies.

Desired characteristics

·     Expertise and teaching interests in documentary film production, professional writing, LGBTQ+ studies, race and ethnicity, and global cinema.

·     The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in teaching, clear evidence of scholarly or creative potential, the ability to work with diverse populations, and a commitment to serve as an active member of the university community.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

·     Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.

·     Ability to interact respectfully with people from diverse socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Full-time teaching responsibilities include a 4/4 teaching load, which in any given semester is expected to consist of two courses in Film Studies and two sections of general education or professional writing. Faculty members are also encouraged to engage students in at least one of the following high-impact teaching practices: project-based production experiences, undergraduate research, travel study, and internships. Research expectations require peer-reviewed research and/or creative activity relevant to the discipline. Service responsibilities include committee work at the departmental, college, and university levels as well as participation in community and professional organizations relevant to the candidate’s expertise and interests.

DEPARTMENT INFORMATION:

The Film Studies program began operation in 2012-2013 within the Department of Languages and Literatures. Film Studies now offers major, minor, and certificate curricular paths. An interdisciplinary program, Film Studies includes affiliate faculty members from several programs across the University, including Professional Writing and Publishing, History, Art History, Communication, Race and Ethnic Studies, Liberal Studies, Media Arts and Game Development, and Women’s and Gender Studies. Applicants are encouraged to browse the Film Studies website (https://www.uww.edu/cls/film-studies ).

CAMPUS INFORMATION:

Founded in 1868, UW–Whitewater is one of eleven comprehensive universities in a public higher education system that also includes two doctoral institutions and a statewide Extension. UW-Whitewater’s main campus is located in Whitewater, with a branch campus in Rock County, in the city of Janesville. Together, these campuses form a preeminent academic institution driven by the pursuit of knowledge, powered by a spirit of innovation, and focused on transforming lives. UW-Whitewater’s campuses are located conveniently near Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago, and thus offer the advantage of beautiful small-town environments with easy access to the cultural and commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas.

The Warhawk family — led by caring faculty and staff — is devoted to student success within a broad range of academic programs offered at the associate, bachelor, master, and doctoral levels. These include both on-campus and online programs, and span the disciplines, from the theoretical to the applied, and encompass study in the arts, business, education, humanities, natural sciences, social sciences, technology, and professional and interdisciplinary programs.

UW-Whitewater has a special mission within the UW System to serve students with disabilities and, as such, embraces the principles of universal design and is one of the most accessible campuses in the nation. The campuses have more than 200 student organizations and UW-Whitewater’s intercollegiate athletic teams compete at the NCAA Division-III level. UW-Whitewater is committed to seeking and sustaining a culturally and ethnically diverse campus environment, building a diverse faculty and staff with expertise and interest in serving students with diverse needs, backgrounds, ethnicities, abilities and other distinct characteristics in respectful, sensitive and understanding ways. The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and actively seeks and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and veterans.

ORGANIZATION INFORMATION:

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is part of the 13-campus University of Wisconsin System (https://www.wisconsin.edu ).

Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants may indicate in writing that their identity should be kept confidential. In response to a public records request, the University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(a).

Per Regent Policy Document 20-19, University of Wisconsin System Criminal Background Check Policy and UW System Administrative Policy 1275 Recruitment Policies, UW-Whitewater requires criminal background checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire, whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently under investigation for, or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater requires that all employees be active participants in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.

For UW-Whitewater Campus safety information and crime statistics/annual Security Report, see http://www.uww.edu/asfr . If you would like a paper copy of the report please contact the UW-Whitewater Police at 262-472-4660.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

 Well-qualified candidates can expect a salary commensurate with the candidate’s education, related experience, and qualifications.

UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package. To learn more about the UW System’s comprehensive benefit package, review the UW System Employee Benefits Brochure .

CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT:

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater 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. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources. UW-Whitewater is not an e-verify employer, therefore STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION:

Applications received by December 1, 2022 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

If you have questions regarding this recruitment or if you are unable to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact us at (262) 472-1072 or hrstudent@uww.edu .

For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Dr. Janine Tobeck

Associate Professor and Professional Writing and Publishing Coordinator

262-472-5039

tobeckj@UWW.edu

Dr. Donald Jellerson 

Associate Professor and Film Studies Coordinator

(262) 472-1979

jellersd@uww.edu

TO  APPLY:

Only complete application packages will be considered. This includes online submission of the following documents:

·     Cover letter / letter of interest

·     Curriculum Vita

·     Statement of teaching philosophy

·     Statement of commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

·     Three professional references / letters of recommendation

·     Sample publication or scholarly writing sample

·     Copies of unofficial graduate transcripts (Official transcripts will be required if offered the position)

To apply and submit these documents online, please visit http://www.uww.edu . Click the Employment link at the bottom of the page then follow the UW-Whitewater Careers link at the top of the next page. The Job ID is [18863].

If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact us at 262/472-1024 or hrstudent@uww.edu .

This Job ID is 18863.

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