How to Apply
In addition to applying through careers.umich.edu, applicants should also email the following materials to [email protected] as one PDF document:
- A cover letter addressing interest and qualifications for the course
- A resume or curriculum vita
- A statement of teaching philosophy and experience, evidence of teaching excellence at the college/university level including syllabi and course evaluations
Job Summary
The Department of Philosophy is looking to hire two (2) to three (3) part-time Lecturers in the Fall 2025 term to lead discussion sections for faculty-led lectures. For more information about our course offerings, please check the LSA Course Catalog.
Responsibilities*
- Attend all lectures and exams for the course. (Exam times TBD.)
- Instruct discussion sections. Note that both lecture and discussions sections are scheduled as in-person instruction.
- Hold at least 2 office hours each week.
- Grade assignments, per lead faculty instruction.
- Meet weekly with the lead instructor and respond promptly to emails.
Note that both lecture and discussions sections are scheduled as in-person instruction.
Required Qualifications*
Qualified candidates will have an advanced degree in Philosophy, a range of instructional expertise in moral philosophy, ethical theory, cognitive science, applied ethics, or related subjects, and demonstrated evidence of excellence in teaching at the college/university level. Applicants will be selected based upon demonstrated subject matter expertise, demonstrated excellence in teaching experience at college/university level, and departmental needs.
Desired Qualifications*
Qualified candidates will have an advanced degree in Philosophy, a range of instructional expertise in moral philosophy, ethical theory, cognitive science, applied ethics, or related subjects, and demonstrated evidence of excellence in teaching at the college/university level. Applicants will be selected based upon demonstrated subject matter expertise, demonstrated excellence in teaching experience at college/university level, and departmental needs.
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
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Contact Information
Carson Maynard, Graduate Coordinator: [email protected]
Decision Making Process
The course instructor will make the hiring decisions in consultation with the Department Chair. Offers will be extended by August 5, 2025. Appointment subject to final approval.
Selection Process
All application materials must be emailed to [email protected] and received by 11:59pm on the closing date of the posting. Applications are reviewed, and decisions made, based on each applicant?s knowledge, experience, and past teaching record.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.