LEO Lecturer I in Biology 130L

JOB OPENING ID: 279866

MODES OF WORK
Onsite

REGULAR/TEMPORARY:
Regular

ORGANIZATIONAL GROUP: Dbn Col Arts Sci Ltr

DEPARTMENT: Dbn CASL-Biological
Sciences

How to Apply

Applicants should upload a
letter of intent and curriculum vitae for initial review. Selected applicants will then be asked to submit three letters of recommendation,
a teaching statement, and sample syllabi. An offer of employment will be extended no later than August 3, 2026. This appointment opportunity
is subject to final approval by the academic unit.

Job Summary

The University of Michigan-Dearborn
(UM-Dearborn) is one of the three campuses of the University of Michigan. UM-Dearborn, a comprehensive university offering high quality
undergraduate, graduate, professional and continuing education to residents of southeastern Michigan, and attracts more than 9,000 students.
Our faculty comes from respected universities and doctoral programs, are recognized for excellence in research and teaching, and are active
in professional and academic service roles in their respective fields. US News and World Report recently recognized our campus as a Best
Regional University.

The campus is located on 200 acres of the original Henry Ford Estate. Dearborn is centrally located within one
of America's largest business regions. The geographically diverse area provides faculty with a variety of urban, suburban, and rural areas
within a reasonable commute, including Detroit, Detroit suburbs, and Ann Arbor.

Natural Sciences Biology department invites
applications for a LEO Lecturer I, non-tenure-track appointment which begins August 26, 2026 through December 31, 2026 for the FALL 2026
term. Contractual full-time rate per term is $25,500; term salary is dependent on number of courses taught and course effort percentage, up
to 33.33% appointment for the FALL 2026 term. The successful candidate will be comfortable teaching in person for the following
course:

Biology 130L, Introduction to Organismal and Environmental Biology Laboratory, up to 33.33%

Based on performance and
enrollment, Lecturer may be appointed for the WINTER 2026 term.
Responsibilities*

Duties of this position
include teaching undergraduate lecture and/or laboratory courses, developing and providing to students a syllabus and materials using the
online course management system, evaluating and grading students, holding regularly scheduled office hours, and handling routine matters
related to instruction and proctoring midterm and final exams.
Required Qualifications*

• Candidates must possess
  an earned M.Sc. in Biology with relevant specialization, relevant teaching experience and evidence of teaching
  excellence.
• Candidates will be evaluated based on submitted CV, teaching evaluations, and relevant
  recommendations.

Desired Qualifications*

• Candidates who have earned a PhD in Biology with relevant
  specialization, relevant teaching experience and evidence of teaching excellence.

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 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.