In addition to applying via careers.umich.edu, interested applicants must also apply by completing the application located at https://apply.interfolio.com/170044. You will be required to upload a complete dossier, including a letter of application explaining your qualifications, a separate statement of teaching philosophy and experience, a current CV, evidence of teaching excellence, and names and email addresses of three people who will provide letters of recommendation. A teaching demo and samples of materials development are recommended. Application materials must be submitted electronically through Interfolio.  

Inquiries should be directed to the WGS Administrative Office (wgsoffice@umich.edu). Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
 

The Department of Women's and Gender Studies at the University of Michigan invites applications for a part-time (66.66%) Lecturer I position starting in Fall 2025. The successful candidate will be an active part of our community and will positively contribute to our academic educational mission and excellence. 

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, but are not limited to:

• Teaching Women's and Gender Studies courses at any assigned level. 
  • Course assignment(s) will depend on expertise and interest of the candidate, as well as departmental needs.
• Pending course size, instruction and mentorship of teaching teams (including supervision of Graduate Student Instructors).
• Contribution to curriculum development and continuous course improvements. 

Candidates must hold an advanced degree in Women's Studies, Gender Studies, Feminist Studies, and/or Sexuality Studies. 

Established expertise in Women's Studies, Gender Studies, Feminist Studies, and/or Sexuality Studies.   

Experience teaching courses at the college level.
 

Preference will be given to individuals who hold a Ph.D. or equivalent. 

Preference will be given to candidates who have experience teaching first-year seminars in women's, gender, or sexuality studies.

Preference will be given to candidates who can develop courses relevant to gender and health, gender and the law, or gender and organizations.

Demonstrated commitment to teaching and education, as well as a strong motivation to improve the educational experience and engage students in experiential learning. We are especially interested in candidates who can contribute through their teaching to the breadth and excellence of the academic community.
 

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.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. 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.