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Lecturer in Marine Biology

University of Wisconsin Madison
United States, Wisconsin, Madison
21 North Park Street (Show on map)
Mar 12, 2026
Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Jobs Hub to apply through the internal application process. Job Category:Academic Staff Employment Type:Terminal (Fixed Term) Job Profile:Lecturer Job Summary: Teach Zoology 304, Marine Biology. This is a 2-credit lecture course offered as an asynchronous online course. Duties include managing course materials, preparing, administering, and grading exams and homework, holding office hours, managing student accommodation needs, and perform related duties. The instructor will also supervise 1 Teaching Assistant. The enrollment of the course ranges from 50-70. 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 Department: College of Letters & Science \| Integrative Biology Compensation: The minimum annual base salary for this 50% FTE summer position is $50,000. Actual compensation will be calculated based on candidates qualifications and experience and prorated based on the contract length and FTE. Work Type: Part Time: 50% from May 18, 2026 to July 19, 2026 It is anticipated that this position will be remote. Required Qualifications: Minimum 2 years of previous online teaching experience at the college/university level Minimum 2 years of college/university teaching of general/introductory biology Preferred Qualifications: Experience with learning management software such as Canvas Experience with designing engaging assignments for online courses Education: Masters degree is required, PhD is preferred. MS or PhD in Marine Sciences with strong focus on Biology. How to Apply: Click the "Apply" button to start the application process. To be considered for this recruitment, you must upload: -Resume -Cover Letter The materials should address your experience relating to the qualifications referenced above. There is only one attachment field; please upload all application materials here. All listed application materials must be submitted for your application to be considered. Please submit only the materials specified; additional materials will not be reviewed. 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