What are the responsibilities and job description for the LEO Lecturer I - MCDB 310 - Fall 2025 position at University of Michigan?
How to Apply
Please upload the following items as one PDF document as your application to the University of Michigan job posting website:
The Department of Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology is seeking applications for a 50% LEO Lecturer I position teaching MCDB 310, "Introductory Biochemistry." The responsibilities will include teaching three discussion sections, general course communication/support, and holding office hours. The appointment is for Fall Term 2025 only (August 25 - December 8, 2025).
Terms and conditions of employment for this position as posted are subject to the provisions of a Collective Bargaining Agreement between the University of Michigan and the Lecturers Employee Organization.
Mission Statement
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.
Required Qualifications*
The candidate must hold a Ph.D. in Biology or a closely related field and be knowledgeable in the topics covered in MCDB 310, "Introductory Biochemistry," at the University of Michigan.
Desired Qualifications*
Qualified candidates should be fluent in the area of expertise and exhibit evidence of excellent teaching skills.
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.
Additional Information
The appointment opportunity has been approved by the academic unit, Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology.
Union Affiliation
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.
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.
Contact Information
Questions about applying for this position can be emailed to Lindsay Stefanski: [email protected].
Application Deadline
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Deadline for applications is August 14, 2025. The anticipated date by which an offer will be made is no later than August 20, 2025. The appointment opportunity described in this posting is subject to final approval by the academic unit.
Selection Process
Review of candidates will continue until the position is filled. Only complete application packets will be reviewed by the Associate Chair for Undergraduate Studies and possibly Department Chairs.
The expected date by which the offer of appointment will be made is August 20, 2025. Notification of hiring decision to all employees who have applied for this appointment opportunity will be made within fourteen (14) days after it has been filled.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Please upload the following items as one PDF document as your application to the University of Michigan job posting website:
- A cover letter addressing your specific interest in the position and experience that directly relates to this position.
- A current CV
- Evidence of teaching excellence. Ideally, this would include one or more letter(s) of recommendation.
The Department of Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology is seeking applications for a 50% LEO Lecturer I position teaching MCDB 310, "Introductory Biochemistry." The responsibilities will include teaching three discussion sections, general course communication/support, and holding office hours. The appointment is for Fall Term 2025 only (August 25 - December 8, 2025).
Terms and conditions of employment for this position as posted are subject to the provisions of a Collective Bargaining Agreement between the University of Michigan and the Lecturers Employee Organization.
Mission Statement
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.
Required Qualifications*
The candidate must hold a Ph.D. in Biology or a closely related field and be knowledgeable in the topics covered in MCDB 310, "Introductory Biochemistry," at the University of Michigan.
Desired Qualifications*
Qualified candidates should be fluent in the area of expertise and exhibit evidence of excellent teaching skills.
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.
Additional Information
The appointment opportunity has been approved by the academic unit, Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology.
Union Affiliation
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.
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.
Contact Information
Questions about applying for this position can be emailed to Lindsay Stefanski: [email protected].
Application Deadline
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Deadline for applications is August 14, 2025. The anticipated date by which an offer will be made is no later than August 20, 2025. The appointment opportunity described in this posting is subject to final approval by the academic unit.
Selection Process
Review of candidates will continue until the position is filled. Only complete application packets will be reviewed by the Associate Chair for Undergraduate Studies and possibly Department Chairs.
The expected date by which the offer of appointment will be made is August 20, 2025. Notification of hiring decision to all employees who have applied for this appointment opportunity will be made within fourteen (14) days after it has been filled.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.
