This is an interdependent position with the Senior Program Manager for Advanced Research and Leadership position. You must apply separately for both positions and be qualified for both to be considered as a candidate. (Please see Job Posting 282225, which describes the Senior Program Manager position, for the specific application requirements of that role.)

To be considered as a candidate for this position, candidates should submit a single attachment (in PDF format) to this posting with the following materials:  

• Cover letter addressing your interest in this position and outlining skills and experience that directly relate to this role 
• Current resume or CV 
• Statement of teaching philosophy and experience (no more than five pages) 
• Syllabus from a course you developed and taught and one student assignment from that course.

Applications and supporting materials must be submitted through the UM jobs website in order to be considered an applicant for this position. 

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 Curriculum Support at the University of Michigan invite applications for an Adjunct Lecturer position at 11.11% effort starting in the Winter term 2027, which involves teaching ALA 285: Post-Baccalaureate Preparation.

This appointment is scheduled to begin on January 1, 2027, with classes beginning on January 13, 2027.

Duties of the ALAL 285/Adjunct Lecturer position include teaching, ongoing development of course curriculum, developing course materials, and evaluating and grading students. Responsibilities also include:

• Teach ALA 285 in alignment with GEPP goals and the Center's Student Success Model.
• Develop, refine, and maintain course materials that support graduate education preparation, research development, academic planning, and professional growth.
• Provide instruction, feedback, and mentoring to GEPP students enrolled in the course.
• Coordinate course content with GEPP programming, graduate student mentor support, and related student development activities.
• Assess student learning and maintain instructional records in accordance with university policies.
• Collaborate with the Center and UROP leadership to ensure the course supports students' broader preparation for graduate education, advanced research, and post-baccalaureate pathways.

Course Title(s):  ALA 285: Post-Baccalaureate Preparation.

Course Objectives: This year-long course is designed to help participants of UROP's Advancing Post-Baccalaureate Preparation (APP) program explore and apply to graduate school. In addition to preparing materials and applications, the course will prepare students for the transition to graduate school and how to succeed in a post-baccalaureate environment.

• Master's degree in Higher Education or related field
• 3-5 years' experience working in an academic student setting
• Minimum of two years' experience as instructor-of-record.
• Experience working with a diverse student population and a demonstrated commitment to student retention and success. 
• Demonstrated experience with curriculum development, including experience working with faculty. 
• Demonstrated experience in conducting research and an understanding of the research process. 
• Enthusiasm for working within undergraduate students and demonstrated commitment to meeting their information and research needs. 
• Commitment to engaging students in research and scholarly work.

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.

• Doctoral degree in Higher Education (or related field)
• Expertise in college-level teaching, with demonstrated experience leading interactive and experiential classroom methods (or experience creating, leading, or managing student programming, instruction directly related to undergraduate research). 
• Preference will be given to candidates with experience in peer mentoring, academic counseling and advising, and student supervision. 

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: mdferrez@umich.edu

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  Deadline for applications is September 22nd, 2026.  The anticipated date by which an offer will be made is no later than October 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.