Teaching Assistant Professor - Business Law

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Position Title:

Teaching Assistant Professor - Business Law

Job Category:

Academic Staff

Employment Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Job Profile:

Teaching Assistant Professor

Job Duties:

The Department of Accountancy at the University of Wisconsin–La Crosse is hiring a 9-month, Assistant Teaching Professor - Business Law to begin either January 2026 or August 2026. This is a renewable non-tenure track instructional position. Under general supervision of department chair, a person in this position is responsible for teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses. In addition to preparing for and holding classes [face-to-face], teaching involves maintaining currency in the content area related to the teaching assignment, evaluating students’ work, assessing student outcomes, maintaining appropriate records, and holding office hours. In addition, workload may involve advising students and/or providing other service to the department or university. Other duties may be assigned by the chair or dean. We are looking to fill two (2) positions for this recruitment.

The College of Business Administration (CBA) at the University of Wisconsin–La Crosse includes six academic departments and the Small Business Development Center. The CBA has over 3,000 students enrolled in one of the eight majors offered. It also offers seven minors and participates in the UW System’s online MBA consortium. Fully accredited by AACSB International, the CBA is recognized for high-quality faculty, staff, programs, and students, and maintains strong regional and global partnerships. A robust Assurance of Learning program regularly evaluates undergraduate and graduate outcomes, supporting accountability and continuous improvement.

The review of applications starts on October 31, 2025 Applications received on or before October 31st are prioritized and review will continue until the position(s) is/are filled. Initial interviews will be conducted virtually, with shortlisted candidates invited to campus.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with department faculty and staff to develop teaching strategies relevant to the discipline

• Develops and designs curriculum and instructional material relevant to a course of instruction

• Contributes to the development of teaching and learning scholarly work including publications and presentations

• Contributes to the strategic development of curriculum and academic content through various mediums to ensure the integrity of the educational mission of the work unit

• Advises students on academic and career direction within a specific field of study

• Facilitates classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction, including assessment of student performance

• May supervise student employees involved in development or delivery of instruction

Department:

Accountancy

Required Qualifications:

• J.D. from an ABA accredited college of law
• Evidence of the ability to be an effective instructor

Preferred Qualifications:

• Teaching and/or professional experience in the practice of law

  State law license in the U.S.

How to Apply:

Required application documents

Cover Letter (that addresses the required and preferred qualifications)

CV

Reference contact information

Contact Information:

William Maas wmaas@uwlax.edu

Special Notes:

Application deadlines
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Priority consideration is given to those candidates who apply by the listed ‘First Review Date’. Applications received after that date may be considered at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration. If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact the Office of Human Resources.

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWL is a state agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWL 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 & Reference Check Policy
All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
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INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR BENEFITS
Your benefits add an additional 40%+ to the overall financial package from the university.
Highlights include:

• paid vacation for 12-month positions.

• excellent flexible health insurance with low co-pays and good coverage.

• paid holidays and sick days after 5 years of employment, you become vested in our retirement system which ensures income post-career.

• benefits at UWL are highly competitive with local industry and some of the strongest in state and nation.
  

Benefit eligibility is determined at the point of hire. This information is provided for illustrative purposes only. Benefits are also pro-rated based on the appointment percentage.

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.