All materials are to be combined into a single pdf document and uploaded as one document through the University of
Michigan job application website. Applicants must include with this application the following materials: 1) A curriculum vitae and cover letter that clearly states courses and/or subdisciplines the applicant would be able to teach. 2) Copies of up to four teaching evaluations, preferably in courses in linguistics. 3) Applicants must arrange for two letters of recommendation. At least one of the recommendations should preferably comment on your teaching record. If letters of recommendation cannot be included as part of the single document uploaded through the UM job application website, have the letters of recommendation sent to lingsearch@umich.edu . The Department of Linguistics in the College of Literature, Science and Arts at the University of Michigan is accepting applications, seeking to fill up to two (2) LEO Lecturer I positions to teach two (2) sections of LING 321. The hires will manage undergraduate instructional aides (IAs), grade, and lead lab sections for faculty-led lecturers for LING 321 at 50% effort and 25% effort, respectively. As an alternative, this may be a hire of one (1) LEO Lecturer I who can fulfill both sections of the LING 321 positions at a total of 75% effort, depending on section availability. All teaching is expected to be in-person. Attend all lectures and lab days for the course. Lab days are held at the same time as lecture, but are just for students to work and seek help. Note that both lecture and lab sessions are scheduled as in-person instruction. Hold at least 2 office hours each week. Manage IAs who are serving as graders and helpers in lab sessions Grade assignments, per lead faculty instruction. Meet weekly with the lead instructor, and respond promptly to emails. Must have an M.A. or PhD in Linguistics, or a closely related field, and demonstrated experience teaching linguistics at the college-level. Applications will be evaluated based upon each candidates expertise, successful performance in the classroom, and the needs of the department. Experience with interactive and engaged teaching strategies preferred. Lecturer Compensation 50.00% to teach one section of LING 321 25.00% to teach one section of LING 321 Additional Information The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity employer. 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 will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Contact information: For questions, please email lingsearch@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. The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
