LEO Lecturer I for Winter Term

How to Apply

In order to be considered for this position, all applicants must apply to this posting through this website (all documents must be uploaded as one document). Please include a cover letter of introduction explaining your qualifications and teaching philosophy, a current CV, and evidence of teaching excellence. 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.

Job Summary

The College of Literature, Science, and the Arts, and the Organizational Studies Program at the University of Michigan invite applications for Lecturer I position at .5% effort for the Winter Term 2027. This appointment is scheduled to begin on January 13, 2027 and end on May 6, 2027. The unit aims to fill the opening with either a lecturer or a graduate student serving as a GSI. Responsibilities* Duties of this Lecturer I position are expected to include support of the main instructor teaching ORGSTUDY 201, teaching, developing course materials, evaluating and grading students, and holding regularly scheduled office hours (see a more detailed description of the course and a list of responsibilities below).

A typical full-time (100% effort) load for a Lecturer I position in the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts is three courses per semester. The lecturer would be responsible for attending lectures and taking attendance, conducting one guest lecture, holding office hours, answering emails, meeting with the primary instructor on a weekly basis, preparing for section, and grading student work. There are 6 graded assignments for this course, some submitted by each student individually, others are team submissions. It is imperative that students receive detailed, qualitative feedback on all the work they submit.

Required Qualifications* Individual with a completed Masters or PhD in sociology, psychology, or related social science or professional field. Experience in project-based classes preferred. Work experience in project or consulting-based work is also preferred. Must demonstrate excellent organizational skills and ability to respond quickly to student and instructor requests.

Desired Qualifications* Social Science (e.g. Sociology, Political Science, Psychology, or Economics) or related professional school (e.g. Business, Policy, Social Work, Public Health, Information, Education) graduate student preferred. Applicants with experience in highly interactive team-based classes or similar professional experiences are preferred.

Prior full-time work experience leading teams and/or projects is also preferred. Someone who enjoys teaching, who likes undergraduate students, and who has good interpersonal and communication skills. Course Description Course Title(s): ORGSTUDY 201 Leadership and Collaboration This highly interactive course leverages a broad foundation in the social sciences to explore what it takes to be a great leader, enabling meaningful collaboration even when you lack formal authority. This includes focus on the individual, the team, the context, and the structures of effective leadership.

The course is grounded in four pillars of leadership: taking initiative, instilling confidence, exercising influence, and achieving results. Both cutting-edge and seminal research is used to provide a foundation of understanding that focuses on being real in applicability and bringing the concepts of leadership to life in our complicated and ever-changing world. Students increase their depth and breadth of leadership knowledge through engaging class discussions, practical exercises, group projects, leader profiles, individual reflection, and more. 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] Selection Process The selection criteria used for this search is based on how the applicants education and experience meets the required minimum qualifications for the position. Excellence in teaching and instruction will be the principal criteria used to select the successful candidate. U-M EEO Statement The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Job Detail Job Opening ID 285541 Working Title LEO Lecturer I for Winter Term 2027 Job Title LEO Lecturer I Work Location Ann Arbor Campus Ann Arbor, MI Modes of Work Onsite Full/Part Time Part-Time Regular/Temporary Regular FLSA Status Exempt Organizational Group College Of Lsa Department LSA Organizational Studies Posting Begin/End Date 11/10/2026 - 11/20/2026 Career Interest LEO - Lecturers