Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod

Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod

Associate Director for Center for Southeast Asian Studies

University of Wisconsin Madison · Director · Contract

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About the role

  • This position is a two‑year appointment.
  • Continued employment beyond the initial term is contingent upon the availability of additional funding.
  • Assists in defining the objectives of the program and plays a major role in carrying out program duties

Responsibilities

  • Oversees curriculum design and instruction of other instructors
  • Leads unit level course programming and alignment with unit policy, procedures, guidelines, and instructional focus
  • Develops grant proposals for instructional development and may serve as principal or co-principal investigator on grants to develop new teaching methods in the discipline. May administer budget and personnel for instructional grants and programs
  • Designs curriculum and/or techniques for instruction in a disciplinary area and suggests new ways of effective instruction in courses within discipline
  • Supervises the day-to-day activities of work unit employees involved in instructional support as needed
  • Develops teaching techniques that enhance course effectiveness in alignment with desired outcomes and established strategy and trains faculty and other instructional staff in use of instructional techniques and programs.
  • Provides professional development around curriculum development and program implementation to support other instructors in the unit
  • This work requires regular consultation with CSEAS faculty, lecturers, staff, K-16 teachers and administrators, and UW students to develop initiatives, outreach opportunities, and programming that serve these diverse audiences.
  • In doing so, the Associate Director maintains close communication and relationships with strategic partners on and off campus.

Requirements

  • We promote excellence by acknowledging skills and expertise from all backgrounds and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
  • For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, visit the Human Resources Workplace Poster website.

Nice to have

  • A demonstrated expertise in one social science and/or humanities discipline with an emphasis on the study of Southeast Asia, including research and teaching experience.
  • Experience in administering admission and advising of undergraduate and graduate students in Southeast Asian studies academic concentrations
  • Experience working with foundations, federal agencies, and donors in writing, administering, and reporting on external grants, with an emphasis on Title VI programs (NRC/FLAS centers).
  • Required: PhD, with research experience in Southeast Asian studies and language training in at least one Southeast Asian language.

Compensation

  • Minimum salary of $90,000 depending on qualifications

Equal opportunity

  • Equal Opportunity Employer.

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