In addition to applying on careers.umich.edu, 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: theab@umich.edu 

The College of Literature, Science, and the Arts, and the Department of Communication and Media at the University of Michigan invite applications for a LEO Intermittent Lecturer position at 33% effort for the Fall 2025 Term.  This appointment is scheduled to begin on August 25, 2025 and end December 31, 2025.

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.

Responsibilities include course coordination and teaching COMM 404: Sports Documentary Journalism in the Fall term 2025.

Preference will be given to candidates with a strong background in Communication and Media and industry experience. Teaching experience at the college/university level is preferred.

The selection criteria used for this search is based on how the applicant's education and experience meet 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 a strong background in Communication and Media and industry experience. Teaching experience at the college/university level is preferred.

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: Thea at theab@umich.edu 

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Deadline for applications is June 1.  The appointment opportunity described in this posting is subject to final approval by the academic unit.

The department expects to make an offer by July 1.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.