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, evidence of teaching excellence, and two letters of recommendation to: Meghan Duffy ([email protected]) 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.
Job Summary
The College of Literature, Science, and the Arts, and the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Michigan invite applications for a Lecturer I position at 66.67% effort for the Winter Term 2025. This appointment is scheduled to begin on January 8, 2025 and end on May 1, 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*
Duties of these Lecturer I 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 I 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): EEB450 - Biology of Amphibians and Reptiles
Course Objectives: This biodiversity survey course integrates lecture, lab, and field-based study of amphibians and reptiles, with special focus on the local diversity of Michigan. Lectures address both contemporary and deep-time understanding of the evolution and ecology of global herpetofauna. Laboratory exercises go beyond traditional specimen-based identification to promote ?practical herpetology? skills and connections to cutting-edge research, including hands-on exploration of species richness gradients, CT scanning, and assembling our own 3-D printed models. Field trips emphasize behavior, natural history, and field techniques for the study and conservation of reptiles and amphibians in nature. This course counts as an Upper-Level Elective and satisfies the Biodiversity requirement in EEB.
Required Qualifications*
The candidate must hold a Ph.D. in ecology, evolutionary biology, or a related discipline with a focus on herpetology and experience working with reptile and amphibian specimens in a classroom setting. The candidate must have demonstrated excellence in college-level teaching in the United States.
Desired Qualifications*
Applicants should have a strong working knowledge of global diversity of amphibians and reptiles, including being able to identify a wide range of clades across the 7 orders. They should also have a strong working knowledge of species identification for all Michigan herpetofauna and best practices for safe field sampling, including the ability to lead field trips to local natural areas and zoological parks. Additionally, they should have substantial experience in the curation and high-throughput organization of both alcohol and dry prepared specimens required to run the laboratory sessions.
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: [email protected]
Application Deadline
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Deadline for applications is 09/21/2024. The anticipated date by which an offer will be made is no later than 10/05/24. The appointment opportunity described in this posting is subject to final approval by the academic unit.
Selection Process
The selection criteria used for this search is based on how the applicant's education and experience meets the required minimum qualifications for the position. Excellence in teaching and instruction will be the principal criteria used to select the successful candidate.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.