How to Apply
In order to be considered for this position, all applicants must do the following:
- Complete the online application through the umjobs.org website.
- Email the following application materials as a single PDF to [email protected]:
- Cover letter that contextualizes submitted materials and connects the candidate's teaching practice with the representative documents included in this portfolio (1 page). The cover letter should be addressed to "Members of the Search Committee."
- Curriculum vitae (CV) including three professional references
- Statement of teaching philosophy (maximum of 2 pages).
- Teaching evaluations
- up to three years of teaching evaluations, including quantitative and qualitative data. Please contextualize these evaluations with a brief narrative or response
Job Summary
The Comprehensive Studies Program (CSP) in the College of Literature, Science and the Arts at the University of Michigan invites applications for an anticipated 100% Lecturer I position in Biology for the Fall 2025 and Winter 2026 terms.
The successful candidate will teach two CSP discussion sections (50% appointment) of Biology 171 (Introductory Biology: Ecology and Evolution) in both Fall and Winter, and two sections (50% appointment) of a one-credit companion course to Biology 305 (Genetics) in the Fall and Winter terms. This course will provide CSP students with targeted support in a smaller class setting to strengthen problem-solving and metacognitive skills. The anticipated schedule for the Fall term is listed below:
- Biology 171 discussion sections: T/Th 10:00AM - 12:00PM and T/Th 1:00PM - 3:00PM
- EEB 303: Mon 10-11:30 and Mon 4-5:30
The successful candidate will have demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate courses in ecology, evolution, and genetics; must exhibit a willingness to devote extra time and effort to students outside class via additional office hours for individualized instruction; must be committed to helping students succeed and use creative approaches to meeting students where they are and helping them grow; must be willing to develop exercises and activities to target misconceptions and give students extra support with challenging content; must be willing to employ best practices based on current biology education research.
Applicants for this position are also expected to interact with and provide feedback to CSP Academic Advisors regarding student academic progress throughout the term through mid-semester progress reports and other mechanisms. A candidate's qualifications, previous college-level teaching experience, evidence of outstanding teaching, and alignment with the characteristics listed above will determine the selection of a candidate.
Who We Are
Additional Information About Our Program
CSP provides comprehensive academic support to U-M students through LSA courses, holistic academic advising, academic and co-curricular programming, and peer-supported learning opportunities. A multidisciplinary academic unit representing the natural sciences, social sciences, humanities, and mathematics, CSP is committed to partnering with students to create a socially and educationally transformative experience. CSP's teaching mission is guided by the following principles:
- Knowledge production is a social practice built on mutual recognition, trust, and accountability
- Accessible teaching practices benefit all students
- Classrooms are sites of learning and personal growth
- Intellectual growth is enhanced by a sense of belonging and community
- Transparency is key to equitable teaching and learning
For more information, please see: http://www.lsa.umich.edu/csp
Required Qualifications*
Applicants must be qualified to teach undergraduate ecology, evolution, and genetics courses. Master's degree and experience teaching undergraduate biology required.
Desired Qualifications*
Ph.D. in Biology preferred with at least 3 years of undergraduate biology teaching experience.
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.
Contact Information
Questions about applying for this position can be e-mailed to [email protected]
Decision Making Process
LEO job openings are posted for a minimum of ten calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. The expected date of decision is 8/4.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.