How to Apply
Applicants should submit a cover letter and current CV, a statement of teaching philosophy, copies of teaching evaluations, and the names of three (3) references. Please submit your materials to Interfolio using this link: https://apply.interfolio.com/177819. Priority will be given to those who apply by December 15, 2025. However, applications received after this date will be considered until the position is filled.
Job Summary
The Department of Natural Sciences of the University of Michigan-Dearborn invites applications for a full-time, 100% effort for fall and winter semesters, laboratory coordinator and LEO lecturer III in Biology beginning August 26, 2026. This initial appointment will be for a three-year term, renewable upon successful reviews, and based on the needs of the department. Responsibilities include teaching and laboratory coordination of our multi-section Introductory Organismal and Environmental Biology (BIOL 130 and BIOL 130L) courses. Coordination duties include administration, training new laboratory instructors, and ordering materials. Teaching responsibilities are up to twenty-one credits (approximately 5-7 courses) per year, which may include some upper-level lecture and laboratory courses, such as Ecology. Summer teaching may be available for additional compensation. The teaching could be a combination of the following courses:
BIOL 130: Introduction to Organismal and Environmental Biology, 4 credits, 33.33% effort
An introduction to organismal and environmental biology, with emphasis on plant and animal diversity, structure, physiology, and development; ecology; and evolution.
BIOL 130L: Laboratory associated with the above course, 2 credits, 16.67% effort
BIOL 304: Ecology, 4 credits, 33.33% effort
Relationships between organisms and their environments. Patterns in the physical environment, physiological and behavioral adaptations, population dynamics, energy flow, nutrient cycling; succession.
BIOL 320: Field Biology, 4 credits (Summer only)
Adaptations, taxonomy, systematics, ecology, and behavior and stewardship of southeastern Michigan flora and fauna. Skills in the use of identification keys and field equipment are developed. Techniques in field observation, recording, and habitat management are emphasized.
PLEASE NOTE: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Required Qualifications*
- M.S. or Ph.D. in biology, biology education, or a closely related field.
- College-level teaching experience, preferably in organismal and environmental biology
Desired Qualifications*
Preference will be given to candidates who have participated in course assessment of student learning and development of innovative laboratory exercises.
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.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.