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 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 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 Fall Term 2026. This appointment is scheduled to begin on August 25th, 2026 and end on December 31st, 2026. 

Duties of this Lecturer I position is expected to include teaching, developing course materials, evaluating and grading students, and holding regularly scheduled office hours.

Course Title(s): Psych 466 The Origins of Moral Behavior

Course Objectives:
This 3 credit upper-level writing and elective course in Psychology covers questions that have motivated research in the behavioral sciences, investigating the origins and development of moral judgment. Students will read recent articles and books by some of the most eloquent scientists in the field who are able to make their research accessible to the wider public. This course is discussion-based, with the goal of bringing new ideas to bear on tricky questions that are still unresolved. Emphasis is put on reading original literature, writing discussion questions in preparation for class, and engagement in lively discussions. Psych 466 meets in person on Tuesdays and Thursdays 11:30am - 1pm throughout the Fall 2026 term.

The candidate must hold a Ph.D. in psychology, 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 developmental psychology.

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.  The deadline for applications is July 10th, 2026. The anticipated date by which an offer will be made is no later than July 31st, 2026.  The appointment opportunity described in this posting is subject to final approval by the academic unit.

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.