Teaching Faculty - Consumer Behavior & Marketplace Studies

UWMSN University of Wisconsin Madison; Nancy; On-site; EUR 62,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Health/dental/vision/life insurance

Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS)

Job summary

University of Wisconsin-Madison invites applications for two open-rank, renewable, non-tenure-track Teaching Faculty positions in the Consumer Science Department of SoHE. The roles emphasize teaching four courses per semester (12 credits) across undergraduate courses in consumer behavior and marketplace studies, with both on-campus and online formats.

Candidates should have expertise in areas like product development, sustainability, consumer engagement, branding, and related topics, and will

Qualifications

• Industry experience in retail, marketing, consumer research or related field.
• Previous teaching experience OR transferable skills with motivation to excel in higher education.
• Strong communication skills.
• Evidence of innovativeness and creativity.
• Sound judgement, maturity and professionalism, and an ability to take initiative and build team spirit.
• Ability to work effectively within a diverse community.
• Promote respect and the practice of civility in the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Provides classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction, including grading.
• Develop relationships with community and industry partners to build a network of employers and other stakeholders to facilitate career opportunities for students and build the reputation of the program.
• Assesses learner performance and prepares reports recommending instructional improvements.
• Assists in developing techniques and/or model programs for carrying out instructional goals in disciplinary area and may help identify ways in which new techniques could be of assistance.
• Assists in defining the objectives of the program and plays a major role in carrying out program duties.
• Develops teaching techniques that enhance course effectiveness in alignment with desired outcomes and established strategy.
• Supervises the day to day activities of work unit employees involved in instructional support as needed.
• Design career development initiatives to help students with internships and career readiness.

Skills

Retail experience

Marketing experience

Consumer research

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Innovativeness

Professionalism

Diversity and inclusion

Education

Master’s degree in Consumer Science, Business Administration, Marketing or related field

Job description

University of Wisconsin-Madison invites applications for two open-rank, renewable, non-tenure-track Teaching Faculty positions in the Consumer Science Department of SoHE. The roles emphasize teaching four courses per semester (12 credits) across undergraduate courses in consumer behavior and marketplace studies, with both on-campus and online formats.

Candidates should have expertise in areas like product development, sustainability, consumer engagement, branding, and related topics, and will