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ASSISTANT PROFESSOR - Fisheries
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| Official Job Title | ASSISTANT PROFESSOR - Fisheries |
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| Working Title: | |
| Position Number | 01486579 |
| Division | School of Freshwater Sciences |
| Department | B250100 FRESHWATER SCIENCES ADMIN |
| Position Type | Faculty |
| Appointment Type | Tenure Track Faculty |
| Pay Basis | Academic |
| Salary Grade | Cat D |
| FLSA Status | Exempt |
| Percent | 100% |
| Posting Type | Faculty & Instructional |
| UWM Description | The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) is Wisconsin’s second-largest university, with a unique dual mission of access and research to provide high-quality education for students from all backgrounds. UWM is one of 146 top research universities recognized as “R1” by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Along with its main campus in Milwaukee, UWM has branch campuses in Waukesha and Washington County. UWM celebrates, values and promotes the diverse voices and experiences of its students and employees and our community partners. We believe diversity enriches and strengthens our institution. UWM is committed to providing equitable access to opportunities for students and employees from every background. We aspire to create a campus climate that is welcoming to all. Learn more here: https://uwm.edu/diversity-equity-inclusion/about-dei/ |
| School/College/Division Description | The School of Freshwater Sciences (SFS) at UWM is the only school in the nation dedicated solely to the study of freshwater issues. Its interdisciplinary research and education programs link science with action and are integrated across five major areas: freshwater system dynamics; human and ecosystem health; freshwater technology; freshwater economics, policy, and management; and climate and atmospheric sciences. It is the School’s goal to be recognized world-wide as the source of expert knowledge on water issues and a catalyst for great ideas that change how people think about and manage water resources. The School of Freshwater Sciences is based in the heart of Milwaukee’s Latinx community in the Harbor District. Our school facilities, including research vessels and laboratories, have direct access to the confluence of the Milwaukee, Menomonee and Kinnickinnic Rivers and Lake Michigan. The campus and greater Milwaukee communities offer strong opportunities for research collaboration and professional development. The School of Freshwater Sciences is housed at UWM’s Harbor Campus at 600 E. Greenfield Avenue, Milwaukee, Wisconsin. |
| Job Summary | The School of Freshwater Sciences seeks a tenure-track faculty member who will join a highly interdisciplinary program to contribute to fisheries research and quantitative sciences analyses at UWM. This successful candidate’s research should focus on applied fisheries research on Lake Michigan. The successful candidate will work closely with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. The successful candidate will be prepared to: 1. Develop a high-quality research portfolio focused on Lake Michigan fisheries aquatic resources, including applied fisheries management research, fisheries population dynamics and modeling, or ecosystem dynamics modeling through independent and collaborative sponsored research, and obtain extramural funding for such programs from federal, state, and private sources; 2. Develop and teach fisheries courses in fish biology, ichthyology, or equivalent. Options for teaching include undergraduate courses contributing to a new major in Freshwater Sciences as well as graduate level courses supporting PhD, and Master’s of Science and Professional Science Master’s degrees. The candidate will mentor graduate and undergraduate students; and 3. Work with state and community partners (WI Department of Natural Resources, government, sewerage districts, not-for-profits, community groups, educational groups, etc.) interested in applied fisheries science and management, as well as perform administrative duties, as part of service duties commensurate with a tenure-track appointment in the School of Freshwater Sciences. Performance of Duties Research (Expectation of 50% of Time) UWM seeks a tenure-track faculty member with an applied fisheries focus. The successful candidate has the potential to develop a successful, high-quality research program with national and international recognition. There are numerous opportunities for collaboration within the School of Freshwater Sciences and across programs in the UW-System. To this end, the appointed candidate is expected to: • Apply for and obtain extramural grant funding for a vigorous cutting-edge fisheries research program; • Engage in sponsored research with local, state, and regional partners with a focus on the needs of the State of Wisconsin; • Communicate and disseminate research findings through peer-reviewed publications, posters, and oral presentations at scientific/professional meetings; • Train future scientists at the undergraduate and graduate levels. • Represent the School of Freshwater Sciences in this area of expertise within the local, state, regional, and national communities, including government, NGOs, university, and professional meetings. Teaching (Expectation of 40% of Time) The School of Freshwater Sciences has offered an undergraduate major and minor in freshwater sciences since fall 2021, which builds upon the existing freshwater science Masters and PhD programs. The university seeks to continue to grow enrollment in all areas, and especially at the undergraduate level. Student engagement is a key goal of UWM, the successful candidate has the opportunity to teach courses supporting the freshwater science degree by teaching fisheries biology and ichthyology, as well as aid in the development of unique learning opportunities that enhance STEM education and outreach. Additionally, UWM is partnering with 12 other universities in the University of Wisconsin System to launch the Freshwater Collaborative of Wisconsin (https://freshwater.wisconsin.edu), and all faculty at the School of Freshwater Sciences can play a role in its future development. To this end, the successful candidate is expected to: • Provide undergraduate and/or graduate-level instruction supporting the Freshwater Sciences discipline at UWM, as required programmatically by the School of Freshwater Sciences; • Demonstrate effective and innovative teaching methods as measured through evaluative mechanisms; • Mentor students pursuing completion of School of Freshwater Sciences degree programs, as well as related careers; • Mentor students from underrepresented communities as they navigate their way through STEM disciplines, with an eye towards retention and success; • Participate in the growth of the Freshwater Collaborative of Wisconsin and potentially develop and teach courses aimed at students from across UW System campuses. Service (Expectation of 10% of Time) The Wisconsin Idea within the UW System holds that university research should be applied to solve problems and improve health, quality of life, the environment, and agriculture for all citizens of the state. The successful candidate will help address pressing challenges for the State of Wisconsin by engaging with Wisconsin DNR and external partners on fisheries management issues. The appointed candidate will perform administrative duties as part of Service duties commensurate with a tenure-track appointment in the School. To this end, the successful candidate is expected to: • Participate and provide leadership in Program/Dept./College/University-wide committees. • Act in an advisory capacity to local organizations, serve on committees external to UWM (the DNR Lake Michigan Fisheries Team and Lake Michigan Fisheries Forum), present research findings as well as state of the science and other professional presentations, etc.; • Collaborate with Wisconsin DNR and other local and regional partners on research that addresses applied fisheries management questions; and • Demonstrate leadership in professional/academic organizations at a national level. |
| Minimum Qualifications | Minimum Qualifications: Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in fisheries, biology, marine biology, ecology, freshwater science, or related field by time of appointment. |
| Preferred Qualifications | Preferred Qualifications:
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| Target Salary Range | Minimum of $80,000. Final salary offer contingent upon skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to the position. There is also a negotiable start-up funds amount. |
| Benefits and Total Rewards | As part of UWM’s commitment to supporting the success of our team members through positive experiences, employees are provided with Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life. UWM offers a comprehensive benefits package and contributes towards the cost of several benefit plans. Employees with a qualifying position also receive an extensive leave package including vacation, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday, and paid legal holidays. Please visit this link to view summary benefits information. (Compensation figures are for example purposes only.) UWM Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life |
| Application Instructions | Application materials should include:
This is a continuous recruitment with an initial review date of October 2nd, 2023. Applications received after October 1st, 2023, may not receive consideration. The complete application package must be submitted online at: https://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/37452 . In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates’ application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications. |
| Application Deadline | |
| Continuous (Open Until Filled?) | Yes |
| If Continuous, Initial Review Date | 10/02/2023 |
| Position Contact Name | Yulia Siverikova |
| Contact Phone | (414)251-5239 |
| Contact Email | siveriko@uwm.edu |
| 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 uwm-jobs@uwm.edu 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. |
| Job Categories | Faculty/Instruction - Natural Sciences |
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