How to Apply
In addition to applying via careers.umich.edu, please send submit a letter of application with a current CV, description of qualifications, teaching philosophy, evidence of teaching excellence, and three letters of recommendation. Candidates should send application materials to [email protected].
Job Summary
The Department of Astronomy at the University of Michigan seeks to fill a Lecturer I position.
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*
The initial full-time appointment is from August 26, 2024, to May 2, 2025. Responsibilities include teaching 1-2 undergraduate Astronomy courses per semester. The salary will be commensurate with experience.
Required Qualifications*
Candidates should have a Ph.D. in astronomy or a related field and some university-level teaching experience.
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 here.
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
[email protected]
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.