How to Apply

To apply, 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: [email protected] . In addition to submitting materials to the email provided, all applicants must apply to this posting, #250035, on the U-M Careers website (the cover letter and CV must be uploaded as one document)

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.

Summary

The College of Literature, Science, and the Arts, and the Department of Psychology at the University of Michigan invite applications for a Lecturer position at 66.67% effort for the Fall Term 2024. This appointment is scheduled to begin on [August 26, 2024] and end on [December 18, 2024].

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.

Responsibilities*

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): Introduction to Cognitive Psychology

Course Objectives: This is a general introduction to cognitive psychology. Topics covered include perception, learning, memory, language, imagery, reasoning, problem-solving and decision making. In covering these topics, relevant methods, data, and theory will be reviewed. Historical and interdisciplinary aspects of many of these topics will be touched upon.

Required Qualifications*

The candidate must hold a Ph.D. in psychology, or a closely related field. The candidate must have demonstrated excellence in college-level teaching in the United States.

The selection criteria used for this search is 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.

Desired Qualifications*

Preference will be given to candidates with experience teaching cognitive psychology.

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]

Application Deadline

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Deadline for applications is June 19, 2024. The anticipated date by which an offer will be made is no later than June 25, 20254. The appointment opportunity described in this posting is subject to final approval by the academic unit.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

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

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

250035

Working Title

LEO Lecturer (I or Intermittent) for Fall 2024

Job Title

LEO Lecturer I

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

Full/Part Time

Part-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

College Of Lsa

Department

LSA Psychology

Posting Begin/End Date

6/06/2024 - 6/16/2024

Career Interest

LEO - Lecturers