Position Title: Science Outreach Coordinator (Outreach Program Manager I)
Appointment: Full-time, 12-month
Starting Date: July 1, 2014, or sooner
Position Description: The College of Letters & Sciences at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater invites applications for a Science Outreach Coordinator. The successful candidate will be expected to continue to develop a strong and visible science outreach program that will advance and assist science education throughout the region, engage K-12 students, and attract them to careers in science. A detailed list of the current UW-Whitewater Science Outreach Goals & Mission Statement can be found at http://uww-scienceoutreach.blogspot.com/p/blog-page.html Teaching may comprise a small portion of the positions responsibilities. Support in the form of a part-time administrative assistant and student workers will be provided by the college. The candidate will be expected to acquire extramural funding to support the program. The program serves a diverse population of students and embraces the principles and practices of Inclusive Excellence that are reflected in UW Systems commitment to diversity and educational opportunity.
Qualifications: Advanced degree in a natural or physical science (M.S. or Ph.D.) required with significant experience in K-12 education/administration or science outreach as well as teaching experience strongly preferred. The successful candidate must demonstrate the potential to be an enthusiastic and motivated promoter of science and science education and to serve as a liaison between the sciences at UW-Whitewater and local/regional school districts and the public at large.
University and Community: Founded in 1868, UW-Whitewater is a premier public regional university with an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students in 50 undergraduate majors and 13 masters degree programs, and one specialist degree program. It offers high-quality career-oriented programs integrated with a model general education curriculum. UW-Whitewater is part of the 26-campus University of Wisconsin System. Located in a community of 14,622 residents near the scenic Kettle Moraine State Forest in southeastern Wisconsin, Whitewater is within convenient driving distance to the metropolitan areas of Milwaukee, Madison and Chicago. Visit our website at http://www.uww.edu.
Application: Interested persons should apply electronically to: SO-search@uww.edu
c/o Dr. Jessica Menke
Chair, Science Outreach Coordinator Search
265 Upham Hall
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
Whitewater, WI 53190
(262) 472-1088
menkej@uww.edu
A complete application packet consists of a letter of application, curriculum vitae, official copies of all transcripts, a brief statement summarizing previous experience in outreach, grant-getting, and program administration all as a single Word or pdf. file and three current letters of recommendation.
Applications received by April 21, 2014 are ensured consideration; the position is considered open until otherwise indicated.
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and actively seeks and encourages applications from women, members of minority groups, persons with disabilities, and all veterans. Names of applicants may be disclosed unless requested otherwise. Names of finalists will be released. UW-Whitewater conducts criminal background checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment.
Appointment: Full-time, 12-month
Starting Date: July 1, 2014, or sooner
Position Description: The College of Letters & Sciences at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater invites applications for a Science Outreach Coordinator. The successful candidate will be expected to continue to develop a strong and visible science outreach program that will advance and assist science education throughout the region, engage K-12 students, and attract them to careers in science. A detailed list of the current UW-Whitewater Science Outreach Goals & Mission Statement can be found at http://uww-scienceoutreach.blogspot.com/p/blog-page.html Teaching may comprise a small portion of the positions responsibilities. Support in the form of a part-time administrative assistant and student workers will be provided by the college. The candidate will be expected to acquire extramural funding to support the program. The program serves a diverse population of students and embraces the principles and practices of Inclusive Excellence that are reflected in UW Systems commitment to diversity and educational opportunity.
Qualifications: Advanced degree in a natural or physical science (M.S. or Ph.D.) required with significant experience in K-12 education/administration or science outreach as well as teaching experience strongly preferred. The successful candidate must demonstrate the potential to be an enthusiastic and motivated promoter of science and science education and to serve as a liaison between the sciences at UW-Whitewater and local/regional school districts and the public at large.
University and Community: Founded in 1868, UW-Whitewater is a premier public regional university with an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students in 50 undergraduate majors and 13 masters degree programs, and one specialist degree program. It offers high-quality career-oriented programs integrated with a model general education curriculum. UW-Whitewater is part of the 26-campus University of Wisconsin System. Located in a community of 14,622 residents near the scenic Kettle Moraine State Forest in southeastern Wisconsin, Whitewater is within convenient driving distance to the metropolitan areas of Milwaukee, Madison and Chicago. Visit our website at http://www.uww.edu.
Application: Interested persons should apply electronically to: SO-search@uww.edu
c/o Dr. Jessica Menke
Chair, Science Outreach Coordinator Search
265 Upham Hall
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
Whitewater, WI 53190
(262) 472-1088
menkej@uww.edu
A complete application packet consists of a letter of application, curriculum vitae, official copies of all transcripts, a brief statement summarizing previous experience in outreach, grant-getting, and program administration all as a single Word or pdf. file and three current letters of recommendation.
Applications received by April 21, 2014 are ensured consideration; the position is considered open until otherwise indicated.
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and actively seeks and encourages applications from women, members of minority groups, persons with disabilities, and all veterans. Names of applicants may be disclosed unless requested otherwise. Names of finalists will be released. UW-Whitewater conducts criminal background checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment.
