For the record
Policies and Procedures
Notice to University Staff
In accordance with the university’s stormwater permit and Pesticide Use Policy, pesticide applicators are to notify Central Answering and Response Service (CARS) at 263-3333 prior to using a pesticide. In addition, applicators are to notify faculty, staff, students and visitors of their pesticide use by a reasonable and effective means, such as posting signs where pesticides have been applied; distributing posters, flyers and electronic mail to people who may frequent the application area; or publishing a notice on the Safety Department’s web site at http://www.wisc.edu/safety. The policy is also posted there.
The Pesticide Use Policy encourages best management practices (BMPs) that maximize effectiveness and safety, and minimize environmental impact. Pesticides used in research and teaching are expected to abide by this policy’s objectives, although alternative procedures may be allowed for the purposes of academic study.
This year the Safety Department will be posting BMPs for reducing pollutants in stormwater, including BMPs for Salt Usage, Fertilizer Usage, Spill Prevention and Erosion Control at Construction Sites.
Check www.wisc.edu/safety or call Sally Rowe of the Safety Department at 262-0979 for pesticide label information, information about hazards and exposures to using pesticides, or information regarding pollutants in stormwater.
University Lectures Committee
The University Lectures Committee solicits applications from departments, academic programs and registered student organizations for support of public lectures to be held during the 1999-2000 academic year. As stated in Faculty Policies and Procedures, the function of the committee is to consider “requests for lectures of general interest that are not primarily supplementary to or extensions of programs of instruction provided by colleges, schools or departments.”
Potential applicants should read the document “Instructions for Requesting University Lectures Committee Support.” To be considered by the committee, applications must conform to specifications in this document and must be submitted on current (1999-2000) forms.
New applications will be reviewed by the committee once each month. Additional preparation time is required when inviting international speakers in order to allow sufficient time for the visa application process.
Applications will be accepted as long as funds are available; however, applicants are urged to submit requests well in advance, if possible. To obtain a copy of the instructions, an application form or other information, contact Joe Farrenkopf at farrenkopf@mail.bascom.wisc.edu; or 262-3956.
TAA Collective Bargaining Agreement
The collective bargaining agreement between the Teaching Assistants’ Association (TAA) and the State of Wisconsin was signed into law by the governor on April 7. The terms and conditions of that agreement are now in effect. While hard copies of the agreement will not be available until later this spring, the contract will be posted on the University’s Office of Human Resources web site, http://wiscinfo.doit.wisc.edu/ohr/ and on the TAA’s web site, http://www.taa-madison.org/.
The new contract provides for lump sum payments for TAs and PAs who had appointments in October 1999. TAs and PAs who were on an academic year (C Basis) or calendar year (A Basis) appointment will receive a lump sum payment of $325, prorated by the appointment level. PAs (including graders) who were paid on an hourly (H Basis) rate will receive a lump sum of $100 (not prorated). These lump sum amounts will be paid at the same time that the April paychecks are available (approximately May 1).
In addition, there is a retroactive payment for TAs (back to the start of the current spring semester) and PAs (back to Jan.1, 2000). These payments will also be paid in conjunction with the April paychecks, payable on approximately May 1. The retroactive payments apply to all TAs who have had appointments anytime during the spring semester and all PAs (including graders) who have had appointments anytime since Jan. 1.
The regular April paychecks will reflect the new rates for TAs, PAs and graders. A second check will also be paid which combines the retro payments and the lump sum payment (if applicable).
Grants and fellowships
Selected Grants Guidelines
The specific guidelines for various 2001-2002 UW–Madison grants and programs are now available for UW–Madison faculty. Detailed information on the following grants and programs can be obtained from the Office of Human Resources, 166 Bascom Hall, 263-2511 or online, http://www.ohrd.wisc.edu/GR/grants.htm.
A sample packet with applications and instructions will be sent to deans, directors and department chairs. Instructional academic staff are eligible for the Undergraduate Teaching Improvement Grant program.
Faculty Development Grants
Faculty development grants give faculty members release time to add to their competencies, either through acquiring new competencies within their principal fields or through work in a related field. Department deadline: Oct. 2.
Research Service Grants
The Faculty Research Grant Program supplements the research opportunities available to untenured faculty who have given unusually large amounts of time and effort to university service outside their own departments. The program will provide summer salary support (2/9th of the academic year salary or equivalent) for the grantees to pursue worthy projects. Department deadline: Sept. 15.
Sabbatical Leaves
Sabbatical leave provides faculty members who have six or more years of full-time UW System instructional service time to engage in intensive study to enhance teaching, course and curriculum development, or conduct research or any other scholarly activities related to instructional programs within their field of expertise. Department deadline: Sept. 15.
Undergraduate Teaching Improvement Grants
Under the grant structure for the UW System, the Undergraduate Teaching Improvement Grant Program encourages projects from faculty members, teaching academic staff, departments, colleges and institutions that develop programs aimed at improving undergraduate teaching and learning. Details: http://www.uwsa.edu/utic/grants/overview.htm. Department deadline: Sept. 22.
Teaching and Learning with Technology Grants
The Division of Information Technology (DoIT) announces the new Teaching and Learning with Technology Grants Competition 2000 to support faculty and instructional staff in creating new pedagogies that use instructional technology to enhance teaching and learning. Deadline: Monday, May 1, 4:30 p.m.
Faculty and staff at all instructional levels are eligible to apply. All applicants are required to complete a pre-proposal phase. Please see the complete proposal guidelines for more details.
At least $150,000 will be awarded this year. Proposals will be reviewed by a faculty committee and selected based on the following criteria: (1) instructional need, (2) innovative application of instructional technology, (3) cost-effectiveness and (4) congruence with initiative priorities. For a full copy of proposal guidelines, visit: http://www.wisc.edu/learntech/grants/tltgrants.htm or see your department chair or secretary for a hard-copy version of materials.
The grants are sponsored by the Chancellor’s Office, funded by the Hilldale Foundation, and administered by DoIT’s Department of Learning Technology and Distance Education. Information: Lisa Peyton-Caire, 265-8638; lmcaire@doit.wisc.edu.
Women’s Studies Consortium
The UW System Women’s Studies Consortium invites nominations and applications for the position of director. The consortium, housed in the Office of Academic Affairs, is a formal organization of administrators for the 14 campus-based women’s studies programs and statewide offices, including the offices of the Women’s Studies Librarian and Women and Science. The consortium works to ensure the continued development of women’s studies in the UW System and to maintain national prominence in the field within a unique inter-institutional model for educational collaboration. The director will be responsible for developing and implementing initiatives and activities identified as priorities by the consortium. Major duties will include: serving as the principal resource on women’s studies for the UW System Office of Academic Affairs. Additional information is available at http://www.uwsa.edu/acadaff/womens/mission.htm.
The director position will be a 50-percent appointment with a preferred start date of Aug. 1, 2000. Full-time salary range is $48,600-72,900, depending on experience. The director will report to the UW System Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs.
Inquires should be directed to Dr. Sharon James, Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs, 608-263-3680, sjames@uwsa.edu. Nominations and applications for the position should be sent to Women’s Studies Search and Screen Committee, 1642 Van Hise Hall, 1220 Linden Drive, Madison, WI 53706. Applicants should submit a cover letter, comprehensive resume, and names, addresses, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of three current professional references. Please indicate whether you wish to have your name held in confidence or made available to the public upon request. The identity of all candidates who become finalists will be revealed upon request. Nominations should be submitted by April 20 and applications by May 1.
UW Teaching Academy Summer Institute 2000
The UW Teaching Academy plans a Summer Institute on Teaching and Learning, a four-day experience in faculty development and curriculum innovation. The institute will be June 5-8 at St. Benedict’s Center on the north side of Lake Mendota. The institute will offer faculty and instructional staff the opportunity to design a new course, individually or collaboratively taught; rethink and redesign an existing course; and reflect on teaching goals and methods in conversation with others. About 25 faculty/instructional staff members will be selected to participate in the institute, which will offer an opportunity for professional reflection and renewal in a collegial atmosphere. Applications from disciplinary or interdisciplinary teaching teams are welcome. A team of five UW–Madison faculty/instructional staff who can provide skills and resources on teaching and learning will serve as facilitators. The call for proposals for the institute is available on the web site http://www.wisc.edu/teachingacademy. E-mail Rosemary Griffith at rgriffit@students.wisc.edu to request a printed copy.
Position vacancies
Administrative
036842: Asst Dir, Unspec (8)
Educ/Kinesiology (100). Apply by April 28.
036883: Developt Prg Mgr III
Med Sc/Administration (100). Apply by May 31.
037010: Sr Outreach Spec
Sohe/School of Human Ecology (100). Apply by May 1.
037049: Assoc Admin Prgm Spec
Ag&Lsc/Land Information & Computer Graphics Fac (50). Apply by April 25.
Clinical / Health Sciences
035781: Clinical Asst Prof/Clinical Assoc Prof
Med Sc/Medicine (25% ). Apply by May 15.
036172: Clinical Asst Prof
Med Sc/Family Medicine (50% ). Apply by May 15.
036796: Psychologist/Counselor/Sr Counselor
UHS/Student Programs (50). Apply by May 5.
036936: Sr Psychologist
UHS/Student Programs (100). Apply by May 24.
036997: Clinical Instructor
Vet M/Medical Sciences (50% ). Apply by April 30.
037082: Sr Clin Nurse Spec
Med Sc/Obstetrics & Gynecology (100). Apply by April 25.
037085: Clinical Asst Prof
Med Sc/Pediatrics (100). Apply by April 26.
Communications
036669: Assoc Artist
Educ/Art (100). Apply by June 2.
Computer / Information Processing
036996: Assoc Inf Proc Conslt/Inform Process Conslt/Sr Inform Proc Conslt
Grad/Administration (100). Apply by May 12.
Instruction
036682: Lecturer
L&S/Anthropology (40). Apply by June 30.
036684: Faculty Assistant
Educ/Kinesiology (20). Apply by June 30.
036855: Asst Faculty Assoc/Assoc Faculty Assoc
Educ/Kinesiology (100). Apply by April 28.
036860: Asst Faculty Assoc/Assoc Lecturer
Educ/Kinesiology (50% ). Apply by May 1.
036866: Faculty Assistant
L&S/Spanish and Portuguese (33% ). Apply by August 1.
036879: Lecturer
L&S/Atmospheric & Oceanic Sciences (50). Apply by May 31.
036918: Lecturer
L&S/Scandinavian Studies (33% ). Apply by May 1.
036951: Assoc Lecturer/Lecturer
Educ/Educational Policy Studies (33% ). Apply by April 28.
036952: Assoc Lecturer/Lecturer
Educ/Educational Policy Studies (33% ). Apply by April 28.
036954: Visiting Asst Prof
Educ/Educational Administration (100). Apply by May 1.
036984: Lecturer
Con St/School of Education (50). Apply by April 27.
036985: Lecturer
Educ/Art (50% ). Apply by April 28.
036997: Clinical Instructor
Vet M/Medical Sciences (50% ). Apply by April 30.
037047: Assoc Lecturer/Lecturer
Educ/Art (75). Apply by April 28.
037057: Lecturer
Educ/Educational Psychology (33% ). Apply by May 1.
037058: Lecturer
Educ/Educational Psychology (50% ). Apply by May 1.
037059: Assoc Lecturer/Lecturer
Con St/School of Education (50). Apply by April 28.
037094: Lecturer
L&S/Scandinavian Studies (66% ). Apply by May 12.
037095: Lecturer
L&S/Languages and Cultures of Asia (75). Apply by April 26.
037096: Lecturer
L&S/Geography (40). Apply by April 26.
037097: Lecturer
L&S/Geography (40). Apply by April 26.
037098: Lecturer
L&S/Geography (40). Apply by April 26.
037099: Lecturer
L&S/Geography (40). Apply by April 26.
037100: Faculty Assistant
L&S/French and Italian (33% ). Apply by April 26.
037101: Faculty Assistant
L&S/French and Italian (33% ). Apply by April 26.
037103: Lecturer
L&S/Zoology (75). Apply by April 26.
037104: Faculty Assistant
L&S/Chemistry (25% ). Apply by April 28.
037105: Faculty Assistant
Con St/College of Letters and Science (70). Apply by April 26.
Library Services
037046: Assoc Acad Librarian/Academic Librarian
Libr/Member Libraries (100). Apply by May 12.
Research
035080: Assoc Instrmt Inn, Res
Med Sc/Surgery (100). Apply by April 30.
035424: Assistant Scientist
Med Sc/Anatomy (100). Apply by May 15.
035862: Assistant Scientist
Med Sc/Anatomy (100). Apply by May 15.
036127: Assoc Research Spec/Research Specialist
Grad/Molecular Biology (100). Apply by May 15.
036472: Assoc Research Spec/Research Specialist
Grad/Primate Research Center (100). Apply by May 5.
036627: Assoc Research Spec
L&S/Psychology (50% ). Apply by June 1.
036903: Asst Researcher/Assoc Researcher/Researcher
Grad/Space Science & Engineering Center (50% ). Apply by May 1.
036938: Assoc Researcher/Researcher
Engr/Engineering Experiment Station (100). Apply by May 1.
036982: Assoc Research Spec/Research Specialist
Grad/Enzyme Institute (100). Apply by May 2.
037007: Assoc Research Spec
Med Sc/Cardiovascular Research Center (100). Apply by April 30.
037010: Sr Outreach Spec
Sohe/School of Human Ecology (100). Apply by May 1.
037033: Assoc Research Spec
Ag&Lsc/Agronomy (100). Apply by May 3.
037066: Asst Researcher
Grad/Space Science & Engineering Center (50% ). Apply by April 28.
037088: Asst Researcher/Assoc Researcher
Educ/Wis Center For Education Research (100). Apply by April 25.
037091: Assoc Research Spec
L&S/Psychology (50% ). Apply by April 26.
Student Services
036507: Assoc Stu Serv Coord/Student Services Coord/Sr Student Serv Coord
Bus/School of Business (50% ). Apply by April 26.
036895: Student Services Coord
L&S/Administration: Student Academic Affairs (100). Apply by June 30.
Due to publication schedules and limited space, not all Academic Staff or Limited vacancies are listed in Wisconsin Week. Complete descriptions of all vacancies (including faculty) are available electronically through the Web at http://wiscinfo.doit.wisc.edu/ohr/employment/employ.html [click on “Position Vacancy Listings (Faculty, Academic Staff, and Limited Positions”)] or at the Academic Personnel Office, 174 Bascom Hall (263-2511).
UW–Madison is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer.
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