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: theab@umich.edu 

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% effort for the Fall 2025 Term.  This appointment is scheduled to begin on August 25, 2025 and end December 31, 2025.

Responsibilities include course coordination and teaching a course in the Fall term 2025 about Media Psychology.

Course Description: 
This course covers research and theory on the uses and effects of media. Emphasis is on psychological processes, such as those involved in media selection and appreciation and the facilitation or inhibition of media effects on individuals' attitudes, beliefs, emotions, and behaviors. We examine a variety of topics, keeping in mind the role that individual differences and structural phenomena play in media representation, exposure, reception, and effects. Throughout, we will focus on the complexities of developing and executing media effects research.
 

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.
 

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.

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.

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.

Questions about applying for this position can be emailed to: Thea at theab@umich.edu   

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Deadline for applications is July 16.  The appointment opportunity described in this posting is subject to final approval by the academic unit.

The department expects to make an offer by August 15.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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