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Position Title:
Information Law and Ethics Teaching Faculty
Job Category:
Academic Staff
Employment Type:
Regular
Job Profile:
Teaching Faculty II
Job Duties:
The School of Information Studies (SOIS), the iSchool at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM), invites applications for a Teaching Faculty position in Information Law and Ethics. This is a full-time, 9-month, renewable, instructional academic staff position (Teaching Faculty II) based on the main campus for both face-to-face and fully online methods of delivery at the Bachelor’s and Master’s levels.
This position requires a commitment to excellence in teaching and student success as well as a commitment to continuous growth and professional development to keep abreast of the legal and ethical issues in libraries, industry, information professions, and higher education trends affecting the curriculum.
The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to a positive work environment in the school and college and to participate in school and college-wide initiatives and events.
The desired start date for the position is January 8, 2027.
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Facilitate classroom and online instruction for assigned courses, including assessment of student performance.
- Serve as an initial point of contact for students as it relates to specific course or series content and expectations.
- Develop instructional design and curriculum relevant to a course of instruction.
College/School:
The School of Information Studies (SOIS) offers several educational programs: a Bachelor of Science in Information Science and Technology (BSIST); a Masters of Science in Information Science and Technology (MSIST) degree in partnership with the Department of Computer Science; an ALA-accredited Masters of Library and Information Science (MLIS); several coordinated graduate degree programs, including Health Informatics; transcript-designated concentrations within the MLIS Archival Studies, Public Libraries, Information Organization, and Information Technology; post-masters Certificates of Advanced Study in Archives and Records Management and Digital Libraries; and a PhD in Information Studies. The School has a strong research faculty, more than 900 students, and state-of-the-art information technology.
SOIS is committed to excellence through diversity of thought, race, gender and community. We seek candidates who value and demonstrate an appreciation for diversity in all forms, in addition to providing the necessary support to those communities for an inclusive learning arena.
Required Qualifications:
- Master’s degree, or higher, in library science, information science, law, or a closely related field from an accredited US institution or international equivalent by the start date of the appointment.
- Knowledge and expertise in the legal and ethical issues in librarianship and/or information technology.
- Evidence of university-level teaching experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Terminal degree (i.e. PhD or JD) in information science, library science, law, or a closely related discipline.
- Knowledge and experience in legal and ethical issues in the public and/or private sectors.
- Demonstrated ability in the design and delivery of courses in face-to-face and online formats.
- Professional experience in libraries, information organizations, legal practice related to information/IP, or technology policy.
Compensation:
The target hiring range is $75,000-$85,000 on a 9-month, academic basis. Final salary will be contingent upon the knowledge, skills, and abilities demonstrated throughout the selection process.
Application Instructions:
Applicants are required to apply online. A strong application packet will include a cover letter highlighting their suitability for this position as well as knowledge and teaching experience in one or more of the areas required (including how minimum and preferred qualifications for this position are met), and a current CV.
Finalist candidate(s) being considered for hire may be required to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool. References will not be contacted prior to candidates being notified.
Note: Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application to ensure full consideration. Additional documents submitted aside from a cover letter and CV will not be considered.
In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates’ application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.
Apply by application deadline, 10/25/2026. Questions about the position should be directed to Trevor Maloney at maloney3@uwm.edu.
Reasonable Accommodations
Pursuant to university policy, UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM 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 and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/, or call UWM’s Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.
Employment Authorization
In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
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.
Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process.
Position Title:
Information Law and Ethics Teaching Faculty
Job Category:
Academic Staff
Employment Type:
Regular
Job Profile:
Teaching Faculty II
Job Duties:
The School of Information Studies (SOIS), the iSchool at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM), invites applications for a Teaching Faculty position in Information Law and Ethics. This is a full-time, 9-month, renewable, instructional academic staff position (Teaching Faculty II) based on the main campus for both face-to-face and fully online methods of delivery at the Bachelor’s and Master’s levels.
This position requires a commitment to excellence in teaching and student success as well as a commitment to continuous growth and professional development to keep abreast of the legal and ethical issues in libraries, industry, information professions, and higher education trends affecting the curriculum.
The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to a positive work environment in the school and college and to participate in school and college-wide initiatives and events.
The desired start date for the position is January 8, 2027.
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Facilitate classroom and online instruction for assigned courses, including assessment of student performance.
- Serve as an initial point of contact for students as it relates to specific course or series content and expectations.
- Develop instructional design and curriculum relevant to a course of instruction.
College/School:
The School of Information Studies (SOIS) offers several educational programs: a Bachelor of Science in Information Science and Technology (BSIST); a Masters of Science in Information Science and Technology (MSIST) degree in partnership with the Department of Computer Science; an ALA-accredited Masters of Library and Information Science (MLIS); several coordinated graduate degree programs, including Health Informatics; transcript-designated concentrations within the MLIS Archival Studies, Public Libraries, Information Organization, and Information Technology; post-masters Certificates of Advanced Study in Archives and Records Management and Digital Libraries; and a PhD in Information Studies. The School has a strong research faculty, more than 900 students, and state-of-the-art information technology.
SOIS is committed to excellence through diversity of thought, race, gender and community. We seek candidates who value and demonstrate an appreciation for diversity in all forms, in addition to providing the necessary support to those communities for an inclusive learning arena.
Required Qualifications:
- Master’s degree, or higher, in library science, information science, law, or a closely related field from an accredited US institution or international equivalent by the start date of the appointment.
- Knowledge and expertise in the legal and ethical issues in librarianship and/or information technology.
- Evidence of university-level teaching experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Terminal degree (i.e. PhD or JD) in information science, library science, law, or a closely related discipline.
- Knowledge and experience in legal and ethical issues in the public and/or private sectors.
- Demonstrated ability in the design and delivery of courses in face-to-face and online formats.
- Professional experience in libraries, information organizations, legal practice related to information/IP, or technology policy.
Compensation:
The target hiring range is $75,000-$85,000 on a 9-month, academic basis. Final salary will be contingent upon the knowledge, skills, and abilities demonstrated throughout the selection process.
Application Instructions:
Applicants are required to apply online. A strong application packet will include a cover letter highlighting their suitability for this position as well as knowledge and teaching experience in one or more of the areas required (including how minimum and preferred qualifications for this position are met), and a current CV.
Finalist candidate(s) being considered for hire may be required to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool. References will not be contacted prior to candidates being notified.
Note: Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application to ensure full consideration. Additional documents submitted aside from a cover letter and CV will not be considered.
In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates’ application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.
Apply by application deadline, 10/25/2026. Questions about the position should be directed to Trevor Maloney at maloney3@uwm.edu.
Reasonable Accommodations
Pursuant to university policy, UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM 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 and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/, or call UWM’s Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.
Employment Authorization
In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Ethics And Compliance Jobs
Target regulated industries first
Financial services, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and tech companies face the heaviest regulatory scrutiny and employ the largest compliance teams. These employers have established sponsorship pipelines and are far more likely to file H-1B petitions for qualified candidates.
Emphasize your degree field on your resume
USCIS requires your degree to align with the role. Highlight credentials in law, accounting, finance, or public policy explicitly. A generic business degree with no field specification raises specialty occupation questions during the H-1B adjudication process.
Certifications strengthen your petition significantly
Credentials like CCEP, CRCM, or CFE signal specialized expertise that supports the specialty occupation argument. Employers and immigration attorneys use these to demonstrate the role requires more than a general degree, which helps with USCIS approval.
Frame your experience around regulatory frameworks
Applications tied to specific regulatory regimes, such as FCPA, SOX, HIPAA, or AML, read as genuinely specialized to USCIS. Generic compliance experience is harder to defend as a specialty occupation than expertise in a named federal or international regulatory framework.
Ask about sponsorship early in the process
Many compliance hiring managers have sponsored before but don't advertise it. Raise sponsorship in the first substantive conversation rather than after an offer. Employers who have done it once are far more likely to do it again without hesitation or delay.
Consider O-1A if you have a strong track record
Senior ethics and compliance professionals with published work, speaking engagements, leadership in professional associations, or recognition awards may qualify for O-1A as a non-lottery alternative to H-1B. Discuss this pathway with an immigration attorney before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do ethics and compliance roles qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, most ethics and compliance positions qualify as specialty occupations because they typically require a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as law, finance, accounting, or business administration. USCIS looks for a direct relationship between the degree and the role. Positions tied to specific regulatory frameworks like FCPA, AML, or HIPAA compliance strengthen that argument considerably.
What degree do I need to get sponsored for a compliance job in the United States?
Most compliance roles require at least a bachelor's degree in law, finance, accounting, business, or a related field. The degree doesn't need to be from a U.S. institution, but USCIS will assess whether it aligns with the specific job duties. For senior roles, a JD or master's degree in a relevant discipline further supports the specialty occupation determination and reduces the risk of an RFE.
Which employers are most likely to sponsor ethics and compliance professionals?
Large financial institutions, pharmaceutical companies, hospital networks, and enterprise tech companies are the most consistent sponsors. These industries operate under intense federal and state regulatory oversight, which drives sustained demand for compliance headcount. They also have in-house immigration counsel or preferred law firm relationships that make sponsorship logistically straightforward. You can browse currently sponsoring employers in compliance on Migrate Mate.
How does the H-1B lottery affect my chances of getting sponsored in a compliance role?
The standard H-1B lottery selects roughly 25% of registrations, which applies equally to compliance candidates. However, if you hold an advanced U.S. master's degree or higher, you're entered into both the master's cap pool and the general pool, marginally improving your odds. Australians should also consider the E-3 visa, which has no lottery, no cap in practice, and is available year-round for qualifying specialty occupation roles.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new compliance employer without restarting the process?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can begin working for a new employer as soon as they file a transfer petition, provided you've maintained valid status and the new role qualifies as a specialty occupation. You don't need to wait for approval before starting. The new employer still needs to obtain a certified LCA reflecting the new position's prevailing wage, which typically takes one to two weeks.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Ethics And Compliance jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.