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:  psych.lecturer.apps@umich.edu.

The College of Literature, Science, and the Arts, and the Department of Psychology at the University of Michigan invite applications for a Lecturer I position at 33.33% effort for the Winter 2026 term.  This appointment is scheduled to begin on 1/1/2026 and end on 4/30/2026.

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.

Duties of this Lecturer I position include teaching in person Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10am-11:30am during the Winter 2026 term, 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): Psych 430/477 Psychedelic Science and Medicine

Course Objectives:
This seminar will provide an overview of psychedelic science and medicine, covering the history, phenomenology, action across multiple scales (including acute and lasting changes to behavior and brain physiology), cutting-edge medical applications, and the impact on society of psychedelic drugs. The focus will be on serotonergic psychedelics (such as psilocybin, LSD, and DMT), but psychedelics of other classes (including ketamine, ibogaine, and salvinorin A) will also be covered. Besides the prerequisite, no topic-specific knowledge is needed, as necessary background information will be provided to understand all topics in this course.

The candidate must hold a Ph.D. in Psychology, Neuroscience, or a closely related field. The candidate must have demonstrated excellence in college-level teaching in the United States.

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.

Preference will be given to candidates with experience teaching on the topic of psychedelic medicine or similar topics.

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.

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: psych.lecturer.apps@umich.edu.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  Deadline for applications is 10/31/25.  The anticipated date by which an offer will be made is no later than 11/7/2025.  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.