Lecturer iSchool

Type: Part-Time, Adjunct/Terminal Fixed Term

Location: University of Wisconsin-Madison

Department: College of Letters & Science, Information School (iSchool)

FTE: 40%

Duration: January 21 – February 23, 2026 (portion of Spring Semester)

Posted: 11/07/2025

Salary: $3,185 (40% FTE, prorated from $50,113 annual academic salary)

The instructor will develop and teach LIS 855:
Topics in Information Agency Management – Budgeting in an asynchronous online format
, under the supervision of the Director of the iSchool. The role focuses on teaching graduate students and providing expertise in budgeting and resource stewardship for libraries and information agencies.

• Serve as initial contact for students regarding course content and expectations
• Develop instructional design, curriculum, and course materials
• Facilitate online classroom instruction and assess student performance

• Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies or related field
• Experience in librarianship or information agencies, specifically in budgeting and resource management
• Experience working with local governments, boards, or funders is preferred

• Graduate-level teaching experience

• Part-time, 40% FTE for a short-term appointment
• Background checks and references may be required, including questions on misconduct
• University promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in hiring

• Upload resume and cover letter in a single attachment through the application portal
• Contact for questions:
  Steve Sylte – ssylte

UW-Madison values diverse perspectives and experiences as essential to teaching, research, and community service. The university is an Equal Opportunity Employer
.