LEO Lecturer I - BIOLOGY 173 - WN26

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How to Apply

Please upload the following items as one PDF document as your application to the University of Michigan job posting website:

• A cover letter addressing your specific interest in the position and experience that directly relates to this position.
• A current CV
• Evidence of teaching excellence. Ideally, this would include one or more letter(s) of recommendation.
  
  

Job Summary

The Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology is seeking applications for a 100% LEO Lecturer I position teaching BIOLOGY 173, Introductory Biology: Laboratory. The responsibilities will include running four lab sections, attending preparatory meetings, attending a lecture on Friday, and holding office hours. The appointment is for the Winter 2026 term.

Terms and conditions of employment for this position as posted are subject to the provisions of a Collective Bargaining Agreement between the University of Michigan and the Lecturers Employee Organization.

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.

Required Qualifications*

Applicants must be knowledgeable in the topics covered in the course BIOLOGY 173 "Introductory Biology: Laboratory" at the University of Michigan. This course is a laboratory course that provides an overview of laboratory techniques in physiology, DNA analysis, biosynthesis of microbes, ecology and evolutionary biology. A Master's degree in Biology or a closely related field and experience teaching undergraduate biology are required.

Desired Qualifications*

Ph.D. in Biology preferred with at least 3 years of undergraduate biology teaching experience. Qualified candidates should be fluent in the area of expertise (ecology, evolution, and genetics) and exhibit evidence of excellent teaching skills.

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.

Additional Information

The appointment opportunity has been approved by the academic unit, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology.

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

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Contact Information

Questions about applying for this position can be emailed to [email protected]

Application Deadline

Deadline for applications is November 30, 2025. The anticipated date by which an offer will be made is no later than December 15, 2025. The appointment opportunity described in this posting is subject to final approval by the academic unit.

Selection Process

Only complete application packets will be reviewed by the Associate Chair for Undergraduate Studies and the Department Chair.

The expected date by which the offer of appointment will be made is December 15, 2025. Notification of hiring decision to all employees who have applied for this appointment opportunity will be made within fourteen (14) days after it has been filled.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Job Opening ID

270429

Working Title

LEO Lecturer I - BIOLOGY 173 - WN26

Job Title

LEO Lecturer I

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Onsite

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

College Of Lsa

Department

LSA Ecology & Evolutionary Bio

Posting Begin/End Date

10/31/2025 - 12/01/2025

Career Interest

LEO - Lecturers