"Lecturer of Electrical Engineering"

Job Details

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville invites applications for a full-time, 9-month Lecturer position in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. The successful candidate will be a dedicated educator who is committed to high-quality undergraduate instruction, hands-on learning, and student success. This role focuses on teaching courses and laboratories within Electrical Engineering, supporting student development, and contributing to departmental service activities.

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. The University of Wisconsin System offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid leave, and other employee programs. For more information, visit: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Facilitates classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction for one or more courses, including assessment of student performance
• Develops instructional design and curriculum relevant to a course of instruction
• Serves as an initial point of contact for students as it relates to specific course or series content and expectations

The Academic Instructional Staff member will:

• Teach a full load of undergraduate Electrical Engineering and/or engineering core courses each semester in both classroom and laboratory environments.
• Develop and maintain course materials, assessments, and student learning activities aligned with program and department outcomes.
• Provide academic support, guidance, and mentoring to undergraduate students.
• Foster an inclusive, supportive, and student-centered learning environment.
• Participate in departmental meetings, advising efforts when appropriate, curriculum discussions, and assigned service responsibilities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of courses, laboratories, and instructional practices through collaboration with colleagues.

Education Qualifications:

• Required Education: Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• Preferred Education: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field.

Required Skills, Experience, and Certifications/Licensures

• Demonstrated ability or strong potential to teach undergraduate students effectively in classroom and laboratory settings.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to teach in several foundational areas of electrical engineering (e.g., circuits, electronics, signals, digital circuits, engineering computation, electromagnetics, controls, or related topics).
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Preferred Skills, Experience, and Certifications/Licensures

• Prior college-level teaching experience, especially in undergraduate engineering programs.
• Relevant industry experience in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
• Experience with laboratory instruction, curriculum development, or instructional innovation.
• Professional engineering licensure (EIT or PE) or eligibility for future licensure.

Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
The University of Wisconsin-Platteville Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) is recognized for its excellent undergraduate programs... [abbreviated for brevity, full details in source]

Application Deadline:
Applications must be submitted through our online applicant portal. Applications are due by March 10, 2026, although they will be accepted until the position has been filled.

How to Apply:
The following documents are required for applicant consideration:

• Letter of application addressing all required qualifications.
• A current curriculum vitae.
• Teaching philosophy consisting of no more than two (2) pages detailing your instructional attitudes and pedagogical philosophy, including information on how you will provide an inclusive learning environment for all students.
• Contact information (name, telephone number, and email address) for 3 professional references