• LEO Lecturer I

    University of Michigan (Ann Arbor, MI)


    LEO Lecturer I

     

    How to Apply

    To be considered as a candidate for this position, candidates should submit a single attachment (in PDF format) to this posting with the following materials:

    + Cover letter addressing your interest in this position and outlining skills and experience that directly relate to this role

    + Current resume or CV

    + Statement of teaching philosophy and experience (no more than five pages)

    + Syllabus from a course you developed and taught and one student assignment from that course.

     

    Applications and supporting materials must be submitted through the UM jobs website in order to be considered an applicant for this position.

    Job Summary

    The College of Literature, Science, and the Arts and the Department of Curriculum Support at the University of Michigan invite applications for a LEO Lecturer I position at 11.11% effort in Fall term 2025, which involves teaching ALA 380: Let's Talk Undergraduate Research: Communicating Scholarly Inquiry Within Academia and Beyond. Students enrolled in ALA 380 can earn anywhere from 1- 4 credits. This appointment is scheduled to begin on August 25, 2025, and end on December 31, 2025.

     

    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.

    Course Description

    Course Title(s): Let's Talk Undergraduate Research: Communicating scholarly inquiry within academia and beyond

     

    Course Objectives: Develop capacities to successfully translate research skills to other professional settings, disseminate research findings through multiple media, and develop skills for independent research success outside UROP. Students will be able to:

     

    (1) Further develop practical research experience by taking a leading role on a faculty research project (2) Develop an understanding and practice of peer review, research design, and scientific/academic writing/communication specific to their discipline (3) Learn the knowledge and skills so student may: identify appropriate publications and national conferences, submit academic writing and presentation proposals while building capacities to articulate their research experience to varying audiences and translate them in varying professional settings.

    Responsibilities*

    Duties of the ALA 380/Adjunct Lecturer position include teaching, developing course materials, evaluating and grading students, and supervising 3-4 UROP/ALA 380 course peer facilitators.

    Required Qualifications*

    + Master's degree in Higher Education or related field

    + 3-5 years' experience working in an academic student setting.

    + Experience teaching undergraduate education courses.

    + Experience working with a diverse student population, and a demonstrated commitment to student retention and success.

    + Demonstrated experience in conducting research and an understanding of the research process.

    + Enthusiasm for working with undergraduate students and demonstrated commitment to meeting their information and research needs

    + Commitment to engaging students in research and scholarly work.

    Desired Qualifications*

    Doctorate degree in Higher Education (or in a related field) 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 thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .

     

    This position is onsite.

     

    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: Dr. Michelle Ferrez ( [email protected] ), Director of UROP

     

    Application Deadline

     

    Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Deadline for applications is 8/9/25. The anticipated date by which an offer will be made is no later than 8/18/25. The appointment opportunity described in this posting is subject to final approval by the academic unit.

     

    U-M EEO Statement

     

    The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

     

    Job Detail

     

    Job Opening ID

     

    266800

     

    Working Title

     

    LEO Lecturer I

     

    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 UG: Curriculum Support

     

    Posting Begin/End Date

     

    7/30/2025 - 8/09/2025

     

    Career Interest

     

    LEO - Lecturers