How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position. Priority will be given to those who apply before July 15, 2025. However, applications received after this date will be considered until the position is filled. An offer will be extended no later than August 16, 2025. This appointment opportunity is subject to final approval by the academic unit. The University of Michigan-Dearborn, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action.
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Job Summary
The Department of Natural Sciences at UM-Dearborn is seeking applications for one or more LEO Lecturer I non-tenure track appointments for Fall term 2025 which begins August 27, 2025. The contractual full-time rate per term is $25,500.00, salary is dependent upon the number of lab courses taught, up to 66.67% appointment for the fall term. The LEO Lecturer I would be teaching two to four General Chemistry laboratory courses (CHEM 134 and/or 136) at the undergraduate level for the Fall 2025 semester (August 27, 2025 ? December 31, 2025). The successful candidates will be comfortable teaching both in person, hybrid, and asynchronous/online modalities for the following Chemistry lab courses:
- CHEM 134: General Chemistry IA Lab at 16.67% effort
- CHEM 136: General Chemistry IIA Lab at 16.67% effort
Based on performance and enrollment, the LEO Lecturer I may be appointed for the Winter 2026 term.
Responsibilities*
Duties of this position include teaching undergraduate laboratory courses, developing and providing to students a syllabus and materials using the online course management system, evaluating and grading students, holding regularly scheduled office hours, and handling routine matters related to instruction and proctoring midterm and final exams.
Required Qualifications*
Candidates must possess an earned M.Sc. in Chemistry with relevant specialization, relevant teaching experience and evidence of teaching excellence. Candidates will be evaluated based on submitted CV, teaching evaluations, and relevant recommendations.
Desired Qualifications*
Prefer candidates who earned PhD in Chemistry with relevant specialization, relevant teaching experience and evidence of teaching excellence.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Lecturers Employee Organization, AFL-CIO, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
Background Screening
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U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.