Job Description

How to Apply

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, 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 philosophy), evidence of teaching excellence, and two letters of recommendation to: [email protected]

Job Summary

The College of Literature, Science, and the Arts, and the Department of Communication and Media at the University of Michigan invite applications for a Lecturer I position at 33.33% effort for the Winter 2025 Term. This appointment is scheduled to begin on January 1, 2025 and end April 30, 2025.

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*

Responsibilities include course coordination and teaching a course in the Winter term 2025 about Strategic Communication in Healthcare Organizations

Required Qualifications*

Preference will be given to candidates with a strong background in Communication and Media and industry experience. Teaching experience at the college/university level is preferred. 
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.

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.

Contact Information

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

Application Deadline

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Deadline for applications is October 22.  The appointment opportunity described in this posting is subject to final approval by the academic unit. The department expects to make an offer by November 1.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

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

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