Required Qualifications:
Well-qualified applicants will show evidence of the following:
- Research training and experience in conducting Learning Sciences and AI in education research projects in either of the two tracks stated above
- Evidence of a developed (or developing for assistant professor) outstanding scholarly research program and excellent academic record, a vision for an innovative, significant, and impactful research program, along with the skills to implement it
- A record of research dissemination through publications and/or presentations
- History of and/or future potential for securing extramural grant funding
- Knowledge and skills necessary to support a commitment to high-quality teaching and mentoring at graduate and undergraduate levels in the field of Learning Sciences and AI in education
- Evidence of and continued commitment to outreach and service that will contribute to the missions of the School of Education and the Department of Educational Psychology
- Ability to work effectively within a diverse community, and commitment to promoting a climate of inclusion and belonging within our campus, associated communities and work environment.
- PhD in Educational Psychology, Psychology, Education, Learning Sciences, Machine Learning, or a related discipline by the start date of August 16, 2027 is required.
- In addition, for appointment at the rank of Associate or full Professor, we seek: A record of research project management experience, including directing work that is multidisciplinary and multi-institutional
- A substantial nationally recognized record of research, publication, teaching, and service that will meet UW–Madison Divisional Committee, School of Education, and Department of Educational Psychology tenure standards is required.
- Evidence of appropriate research, teaching, and mentoring, including successful receipt of extramural funding.
- Education: Required PhD in Educational Psychology, Psychology, Education, Learning Sciences, Machine Learning, or a related discipline by the start date of August 16, 2027
How to Apply:
Please go to the “Apply Now” area and select your current UW Employment Status. Applications must be received through UW-Madison's online application system. Incomplete application packages that do not include all requested documentation will not be considered
Applicants should submit a single PDF of the following documents:
(a) letter of interest, (b) curriculum vitae, (c) research statement, (d) teaching statement, (e) three samples of representative publications, and (f) the names, email addresses, titles, and other contact information for three (3) professional references
Letters of reference are not required at the time of application. Applicants should provide the names, titles, email addresses, and other contact information for three (3) professional references as part of their application. Candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted with instructions for arranging the submission of three (3) letters of reference.
Note:
Employment will require an institutional reference check regarding any misconduct. To be considered, applicants must upload a signed 'Authorization to Release Information' form as part of the application. The authorization form and a definition of 'misconduct' can be found here: https://hr.wisc.edu/institutional-reference-check/
To ensure consideration, application materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. on September 18, 2026. However, this position will remain open, and applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Contact Information:
Dr. Mitch Nathan, Vilas Distinguished Achievement Professor and Search Committee Chair mnathan@wisc.edu
608-263-0563
Institutional Statement on Diversity:
Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence by acknowledging skills and expertise from all backgrounds and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
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