How to Apply

In order to be considered for this position, 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 a current CV and evidence of teaching excellence to: tmida@umich.edu

Summary

The College of Literature, Science, and the Arts, and the Department of Physics at the University of Michigan invite applications for a LEO Lecturer I for Physics Introductory Courses/Labs position at 100% effort for the Fall Term 2023.  This appointment is scheduled to begin on August 28, 2023 and end on December 15, 2023.

This position would teach 6-8 lab sections/term or no more than two separate preps (or the equivalent of two courses). 

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.

Responsibilities*

Duties of these LEO Lecturer I positions are expected to include teaching, developing course materials, evaluating and grading students, and holding regularly scheduled office hours.

Course Title(s): Physics Introductory Courses/Labs
All courses and labs are in-person; the instructor is expected to be present on-campus.

Courses:
Physics 140/240: General Physics I & II
Biophysics/Physics 150/250: Fundamental Physics for Life Sciences I & II
Physics 160/260: Honors Physics I & II

Labs:
Physics 141/241: Elementary Laboratory I & II
Physics 151/251: Physics for the Life Sciences Laboratory I & II
Physics 161/261: Honors Introductory Mechanics Lab & Honors Electricity and Magnetism Lab

Course Objectives:
Courses:
140/240: These courses explore and apply fundamental principles of classical mechanics to a wide range of physical systems and environments. Students construct simple models to describe complex phenomena and answer diverse questions about nature, understand electric charge/currents/magnetic fields, and will learn tools and methods to predict motion based on interactions.
150/250: These courses reveal the synergy between these fields and explore fundamental physics principles that are ubiquitous in the life sciences through biological examples. Biology, chemistry, and medicine provide the guiding motivation and context for exploring topics including energy, mechanics, fluids, and thermodynamics.

Labs:
Weekly laboratories designed to accompany the intro courses. Students are introduced to experimental methods in science and make observations, do simulations, analyze their data and compare their results to predictions based on theory.

Required Qualifications*

• Undergraduate or Master?s degree in Physics or a related field (Astronomy, Engineering, Math)
• Experience teaching courses in Physics and/or Natural/Physical Sciences

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.
 

Desired Qualifications*

• Ph.D. in Physics or a related field

Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated excellence in college-level teaching in the United States cutting edge and contemporary knowledge and experience in research and teaching in the field.

Additional Information

As one of the world's great liberal arts colleges, LSA pushes the boundaries of what is understood about the human experience and the natural world, and we foster the next generation of rigorous and empathetic thinkers, creators, and contributors to the state of Michigan, the nation, and the world.

• To learn more about diversity, equity, and inclusion in LSA, please visit lsa.umich.edu/lsa/dei.
• To learn more about LSA's Mission, Vision and Values, please visit lsa.umich.edu/strategicvision.

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: tmida@umich.edu

Application Deadline

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  Job openings are posted for a minimum of ten calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.  The appointment opportunity described in this posting is subject to final approval by the academic unit.
 

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.