• LEO Lecturer III in Biology

    University of Michigan (Dearborn, MI)


    LEO Lecturer III in Biology

     

    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 thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .

     

    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.

     

    Job Detail

     

    Job Opening ID

     

    271044

     

    Working Title

     

    LEO Lecturer III in Biology

     

    Job Title

     

    LEO Lecturer III

     

    Work Location

     

    Dearborn Campus

     

    Dearborn, MI

     

    Modes of Work

     

    Onsite

     

    Full/Part Time

     

    Full-Time

     

    Regular/Temporary

     

    Regular

     

    FLSA Status

     

    Exempt

     

    Organizational Group

     

    Dbn Col Arts Sci Ltr

     

    Department

     

    Dbn CASL-Biological Sciences

     

    Posting Begin/End Date

     

    11/17/2025 - 12/15/2025

     

    Salary

     

    $53,000.00 - $53,000.00

     

    Career Interest

     

    LEO - Lecturers