What are the responsibilities and job description for the LEO Lecturer III position at University of Michigan?
Job Summary
The Materials Science and Engineering Department at the University of Michigan is seeking applications for a Lecturer to teach introductory undergraduate and advanced materials science and engineering courses. Courses may include MATSCIE 220, MATSCIE 250, MATSCIE 481, MATSCIE 577 or others depending on the qualifications and preferences of the applicant.
Who We Are
Michigan Engineers are world-class educators, researchers, students and staff who strive to build a people-first future. As part of a top national public research institution, Michigan Engineering's mission is to provide scientific and technological leadership to the people of the world, develop intellectually curious and socially conscious minds, create collaborative solutions to societal problems, and promote an inclusive and innovative community of service for the common good.
Responsibilities*
Teach introductory and advanced engineering materials course to engineering undergraduate students. Topics covered: Properties (mechanical, thermal and electrical) of metals, polymers, ceramics, and electronic materials. Correlations of these properties with: (1) their internal structures (atomic, molecular, crystalline, micro-and macro); (2) service conditions (mechanical, thermal, chemical, electrical, magnetic and radiation); and (3) processing.
The lecturer has responsibility for teaching the courses as outlined and is expected to attend course meetings, hold office hours, and handle routine matters related to instruction. College of Engineering courses are held in-person on the Ann Arbor campus.
MSE course descriptions can be found at: https://bulletin.engin.umich.edu/courses/matscie/
The University of Michigan provides resources to promote excellence in teaching through the Center for Research on Learning & Teaching: https://crlt.umich.edu
Required Qualifications*
Understanding and experience in the industrial applications of materials.
Modes of Work
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.
Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Lecturers Employee Organization (LEO), AFL-CIO, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
Background Screening
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.
Selection Process
The deadline for applications is April 6, 2025. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Applications will be selected based upon demonstrated subject matter expertise, successful performance in the classroom, ability to complete administrative tasks, and the needs of the department.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.
The Materials Science and Engineering Department at the University of Michigan is seeking applications for a Lecturer to teach introductory undergraduate and advanced materials science and engineering courses. Courses may include MATSCIE 220, MATSCIE 250, MATSCIE 481, MATSCIE 577 or others depending on the qualifications and preferences of the applicant.
Who We Are
Michigan Engineers are world-class educators, researchers, students and staff who strive to build a people-first future. As part of a top national public research institution, Michigan Engineering's mission is to provide scientific and technological leadership to the people of the world, develop intellectually curious and socially conscious minds, create collaborative solutions to societal problems, and promote an inclusive and innovative community of service for the common good.
Responsibilities*
Teach introductory and advanced engineering materials course to engineering undergraduate students. Topics covered: Properties (mechanical, thermal and electrical) of metals, polymers, ceramics, and electronic materials. Correlations of these properties with: (1) their internal structures (atomic, molecular, crystalline, micro-and macro); (2) service conditions (mechanical, thermal, chemical, electrical, magnetic and radiation); and (3) processing.
The lecturer has responsibility for teaching the courses as outlined and is expected to attend course meetings, hold office hours, and handle routine matters related to instruction. College of Engineering courses are held in-person on the Ann Arbor campus.
MSE course descriptions can be found at: https://bulletin.engin.umich.edu/courses/matscie/
The University of Michigan provides resources to promote excellence in teaching through the Center for Research on Learning & Teaching: https://crlt.umich.edu
Required Qualifications*
- PhD degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, or related discipline or equivalent years teaching Materials Science courses at the college level.
- Demonstrated teaching effectiveness as evidenced by evaluations or other relevant metrics.
- Commitment to inclusive classroom practices, academic excellence, and student success.
- Ability to teach advanced level courses in Materials Science and Engineering.
- Familiarity with the administrative tasks associated with teaching at the college level.
- 3-5 years of experience instructing college science and/or engineering courses
- Strong communication skills.
Understanding and experience in the industrial applications of materials.
Modes of Work
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.
Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Lecturers Employee Organization (LEO), AFL-CIO, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
Background Screening
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.
Selection Process
The deadline for applications is April 6, 2025. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Applications will be selected based upon demonstrated subject matter expertise, successful performance in the classroom, ability to complete administrative tasks, and the needs of the department.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.
