To be considered for this position, all applicants must apply to this posting through the U-M Careers website. A cover letter of introduction explaining your specific interest in the position and outlining skills and experience that directly relate to this position and CV must be uploaded as one document.

In addition to applying online, applicants are requested to send the following to the Office of Human Resources - N236 LEO Lecturer I at snrecruitment@umich.edu (electronic materials). The Office of Human Resources will follow up with all applicants to request the following documentation, if it is not received.

*Cover letter

*Current curriculum vita

*Evidence of didactic and clinical teaching experience (teaching statement)

*Three (3) letters of professional recommendation from master's prepared or higher individuals; on letterhead/signed and/or sent from a professional organization email

*Copy of your highest nursing diploma

*Copy of your nursing license in the State of Michigan is required for this position 

*Copy of certifications 

For further information regarding this position please contact snrecruitment@umich.edu .

N236 Microbiology

This course will primarily focus on the concepts of general microbiology that are essential to maintaining environments free of contamination, and for protecting both patients and providers from common infectious diseases. Morbidity and mortality associated with infectious diseases assume great significance in both developed and developing regions of the world. Furthermore, healthcare-associated infections represent a serious, yet often preventable, threat to patient safety. Students will learn about the major bacterial, fungal, viral, and parasitic infections that affect humans, both locally and globally. Basic epidemiological principles and procedures useful in the surveillance and investigation of health-related states or events pertaining to infectious diseases, including immunizations will also be introduced. The relationships among disease, communities, societies, and culture, including global, will be discussed. 

NOTE: This appointment is for Fall term, 2026 monthly. 

The Lecturer appointed to this position is expected to teach the didactic section(s), which include, but are not limited to, weekly lectures, weekly office hours, and/or student meetings, assessment development, and evaluation of student performance. Furthermore, the Lecturer is responsible for grading all assignments and for computing final grades in a timely fashion.

This position includes classroom and/or clinical teaching that may take place in a hospital or clinic setting and may include other on-site work hours, even if the University and/or the School of Nursing is taking part in remote work/alternative teaching.

*A master's degree is required.

*Preference will be given to applicants who have didactic teaching experience and content expertise in microbiology.

*Prior to start date must be in compliance with all health requirements including standard precautions such as Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, orientations, licenses/certifications, policies and procedures both internal and external to the University for your assigned classroom(s) and/or clinical site(s).

*Ability to promote the School of Nursing's Declaration of Values to Empower each other to interrupt or disrupt disrespect; Practice communication that is beneficial, kind and true; Inspire and be inspired by our members' worth, significance and integrity; Cultivate respect for ourselves and others routinely, publicly and privately.

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.

The University of Michigan is a world-class research-intensive, enriched and highly collaborative institution. The UMSN offers a full range of accredited educational programs and is consistently ranked among the top nursing schools in the country. Please visit our website at http://www.nursing.umich.edu/ for more information.

The School of Nursing seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan that extends world-wide, to fulfill the School's strategic plan, and to sustain the excellence of the School of Nursing.

To learn more about diversity, equity, and inclusion visit: http://nursing.umich.edu/diversity/dei-faculty-and-staff.

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. 

Job openings are posted for a minimum of ten calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. 

The confidential review of applications will occur as they are received and will continue until the position(s) is/are filled. Our anticipated date of decision is 8/25/2026.

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.