To apply, please submit the following materials through the MathJobs website:

• A cover letter discussing your interest in and fit for the position 
• Curriculum vitae, 
• A statement of teaching philosophy and experience 
• Evidence of teaching excellence

In addition, please arrange for two (2) letters of reference that can address your teaching and your depth of knowledge and experience in statistics and data science to be submitted directly through MathJobs. 

The Department of Statistics at the University of Michigan invites applications for a Lecturer I position in Statistics and Data Science, to begin August 25, 2026.  We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated colleague to teach a wide range of undergraduate statistics and data science courses, especially modern methods of applied statistics and hands-on data analysis, in an engaging and dynamic manner, to students studying statistics, data science, and other fields.  This is a full-time, two-term appointment that has the possibility of renewal subject to departmental needs and satisfactory performance. 

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 initial appointment is for the 2026-27 academic year, with the possibility of renewal.  Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate lab sections and/or undergraduate courses and/or graduate courses as an instructor of record, depending on departmental needs.  A lecturer teaching lab sections for a large introductory course will also assist the instructional team with course-related activities in addition to teaching.  The regular teaching load is three courses per semester, or the equivalent of 6 lab sections of the same course.

Candidates should have at least a Master's degree in Statistics or a related field, with a Ph.D. strongly preferred. At least one year of college-level teaching experience or equivalent instructional experience is required.

Onsite.

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 stat-posting@umich.edu

Review of applications will begin on April 13, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. Deadline for applications is April 13, 2026. The anticipated date by which an offer will be made is no later than June 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.