How to Apply
Please apply via UM-Careers (https://careers.umich.edu/) and be prepared to submit the bulleted items below as a single PDF document. The document should be titled using the following format: last_name.pcas.lect1.wn26
- cover letter that explains why the position is of interest to you
- curriculum vitae
- statement of teaching philosophy and experience
- evidence of teaching excellence (e.g. sample syllabi, course evaluations)
- The names of three (3) scholars who will provide letters of reference directly to [email protected] by the posting closing date.
Job Summary
The Program in Computing for the Arts and Sciences in the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts at the University of Michigan seeks applicants for a Lecturer I position to teach three course sections. For more information about our courses, please check here: https://lsa.umich.edu/computingfor/undergraduates/course-offerings.html. This is a non-tenure track position.
About the Program in Computing for the Arts and Sciences
The Program in Computing for the Arts and Sciences (PCAS) is an interdisciplinary program in computing education developed specifically to meet the wide range of needs of undergraduate students in the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts (LSA). PCAS is coordinating and expanding the teaching of computational methods and digital studies across the arts and sciences. We are working toward a future in which every LSA student feels confident in their abilities to design and employ computational methods and digital tools both effectively and critically.
About our COMPFOR classes
COMPFOR is short for COMPuting FOR. The COMPFOR classes prepare students to use computing in their studies in humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences. For this position, the instructor would teach two sections of COMPFOR 131, an introductory course on the Python language aimed at students pursuing natural science majors. The instructor would also teach an additional course, either a section of an existing COMPFOR class or a special topics section (to be determined) related to computational science.
Number of Openings: 1
Effort: 100%
Term: winter 2026
Mission Statement
The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.
Responsibilities*
Teach three classes in a studio-style format, each consisting of 90-minute combined lecture and lab sessions meeting twice per week. Hold office hours and supervise GSIs and/or undergraduate instructional assistants.
Required Qualifications*
The successful candidate will have a graduate degree in any field in the natural or social sciences with extensive background in computational science. Teaching experience at the college/university level is required. Applicants will be selected based upon demonstrated subject matter expertise, demonstrated excellence in teaching, and program needs.
Desired Qualifications*
At least two years of experience teaching courses in computational sciences at college/university level is preferred.
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
Questions about applying for this position can be emailed to: [email protected]
Application Deadline
The deadline for applications is August 25, 2025. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The anticipated date by which an offer will be made is no later than September 26, 2025. The appointment opportunity described in this posting is subject to final approval by the College of LSA.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.