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: Stephen Smith (eebsmith@umich.edu)

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 50% effort for the Fall Term 2026.  This appointment is scheduled to begin on August 25, 2026 and end on December 31, 2026.

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): Biology 305: Genetics

Course Objectives: This introduction to genetics includes the following sections: DNA and chromosomes; gene transmission in Eukaryotes; linkage and recombination; genes and enzymes, the genetic code, and mutation; recombinant DNA, RFLP mapping, the Human Genome Project; gene regulation, transposons; population genetics; and quantitative genetics.

The candidate must hold a Ph.D. in ecology, evolutionary biology, or a related discipline, with a background or focus on genetics, including proficiency in population and molecular genetics. The candidate must have demonstrated excellence in college-level teaching in the United States. 

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 demonstrate excellent teaching skills.  

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: Stephen Smith (eebsmith@umich.edu)

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.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  Deadline for applications is May 14, 2026.  The anticipated date by which an offer will be made is no later than July 1, 2026.  The appointment opportunity described in this posting is subject to final approval by the academic unit.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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