LEO Lecturer I - MCDB 310 - Fall 2026

Job Summary

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 2026 only (August 31 - December 21, 2026).

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.

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.

Qualified candidates should be fluent in the area of expertise and exhibit evidence of excellent teaching skills.

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 Lindsay Stefanski: lstefans.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Final date to receive applications is August 22, 2026. The anticipated date by which an offer will be made is no later than August 31, 2026. The appointment opportunity described in this posting is subject to final approval by the academic unit.

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 31, 2026. 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.

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.