Job Description

In order to be considered for this position, all applicants must apply to this posting through this website (the cover letter and CV must be uploaded as one document). In addition, please send an application letter of introduction explaining your qualifications and teaching philosophy, a current CV, evidence of teaching excellence, and two letters of recommendation to: Amber Blomquist (akblomqu@umich.edu)

Additionally, please provide a diversity statement that describes your demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through teaching/mentoring, and/or service/engagement. There may be some overlap with your teaching statement. No more than one page.

The College of Literature, Science, and the Arts, and the Michigan in Washington Program at the University of Michigan invite applications for a Lecturer I position at 33.33% effort for the Fall Term 2024. This appointment is scheduled to begin on 8/26 and end on 12/31.

Duties of these lecturer positions are expected to include teaching, developing course materials, evaluating and grading students, and holding regularly scheduled office hours. A typical full-time (100% effort) load for a lecturer in the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts is three courses per semester.  Full-time and part-time positions are available.

Course Title(s): National Capital Research Seminar

Course Objectives:

• Introduce main tools of social science research methods.
• Learn to ask and answer critical questions about the world.
• Understand the logic and significance of evidence-based research for policy recommendations and decision-making.
• Formulate researchable questions and identify reliable data and relevant sources.
• Develop skills in producing a robust literature review.
• Utilize case studies and stakeholder analysis effectively.
• Interpret statistical findings and visualize data.
• Apply research skills to create a professional policy brief with real-world significance.
• Strengthen research competence and confidence for various career paths.

The candidate must have reached candidacy in political science at the University of Michigan. The candidate must have demonstrated excellence in college-level teaching in the United States. The candidate must reside in Washington, D.C., and be able to instruct in person. Instructor must be familiar with the Michigan in Washington program.

The selection criteria used for this search are based on how the applicant's education and experience meet the required minimum qualifications for the position. Excellence in teaching and instruction will be the principal criteria used to select the successful candidate.

Preference will be given to candidates with experience instructing University of Michigan undergraduate students in the Washington, D.C. area.

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.

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.

Questions about applying for this position can be emailed to: Amber Blomquist (akblomqu@umich.edu)

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.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Deadline for applications is July 28th . The anticipated date by which an offer will be made is no later than August 2nd . The appointment opportunity described in this posting is subject to final approval by the academic unit.

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

About University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

A great university is made so by its faculty and staff, and Michigan is recognized as one of the best universities to work for in the country. The Michigan culture is known for engaging faculty and staff in all facets of the university to create a workplace that is vibrant and stimulating.For two consecutive years, the Chronicle of Higher Education has placed U-M in its "Great Colleges to Work For" survey. In particular, the university earns high marks for strong relations between faculty and administrators, a collaborative system of governance, strong pay and benefits, and a healthy work/life balance.

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