Information Law and Ethics Teaching Faculty

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Position Title:

Information Law and Ethics Teaching Faculty

Job Category:

Academic Staff

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Profile:

Teaching Faculty II

Job Duties:

The School of Information Studies (SOIS), the iSchool at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM), invites applications for a Teaching Faculty position in Information Law and Ethics. This is a full-time, 9-month, renewable, instructional academic staff position (Teaching Faculty II) based on the main campus for both face-to-face and fully online methods of delivery at the Bachelor’s and Master’s levels.

This position requires a commitment to excellence in teaching and student success as well as a commitment to continuous growth and professional development to keep abreast of the legal and ethical issues in libraries, industry, information professions, and higher education trends affecting the curriculum.

The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to a positive work environment in the school and college and to participate in school and college-wide initiatives and events.

The desired start date for the position is January 8, 2027.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Facilitate classroom and online instruction for assigned courses, including assessment of student performance.

• Serve as an initial point of contact for students as it relates to specific course or series content and expectations.

• Develop instructional design and curriculum relevant to a course of instruction.

College/School:

The School of Information Studies (SOIS) offers several educational programs: a Bachelor of Science in Information Science and Technology (BSIST); a Masters of Science in Information Science and Technology (MSIST) degree in partnership with the Department of Computer Science; an ALA-accredited Masters of Library and Information Science (MLIS); several coordinated graduate degree programs, including Health Informatics; transcript-designated concentrations within the MLIS Archival Studies, Public Libraries, Information Organization, and Information Technology; post-masters Certificates of Advanced Study in Archives and Records Management and Digital Libraries; and a PhD in Information Studies. The School has a strong research faculty, more than 900 students, and state-of-the-art information technology.

SOIS is committed to excellence through diversity of thought, race, gender and community. We seek candidates who value and demonstrate an appreciation for diversity in all forms, in addition to providing the necessary support to those communities for an inclusive learning arena.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree, or higher, in library science, information science, law, or a closely related field from an accredited US institution or international equivalent by the start date of the appointment.

• Knowledge and expertise in the legal and ethical issues in librarianship and/or information technology.

• Evidence of university-level teaching experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Terminal degree (i.e. PhD or JD) in information science, library science, law, or a closely related discipline.

• Knowledge and experience in legal and ethical issues in the public and/or private sectors.

• Demonstrated ability in the design and delivery of courses in face-to-face and online formats.

• Professional experience in libraries, information organizations, legal practice related to information/IP, or technology policy.

Compensation: The target hiring range is $75,000-$85,000 on a 9-month, academic basis. Final salary will be contingent upon the knowledge, skills, and abilities demonstrated throughout the selection process.

Application Instructions:

Applicants are required to apply online. A strong application packet will include a cover letter highlighting their suitability for this position as well as knowledge and teaching experience in one or more of the areas required (including how minimum and preferred qualifications for this position are met), and a current CV.

Finalist candidate(s) being considered for hire may be required to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool. References will not be contacted prior to candidates being notified.

Note: Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application to ensure full consideration. Additional documents submitted aside from a cover letter and CV will not be considered. 

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.

Apply by application deadline, 10/25/2026. Questions about the position should be directed to Trevor Maloney at maloney3@uwm.edu.

Reasonable Accommodations
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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)
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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.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.