LEO Lecturer III - BioChemistry

The University of Michigan-Dearborn (UM-Dearborn) is one of the three campuses of the University of Michigan. UM-Dearborn, a comprehensive university offering high-quality undergraduate, graduate, professional and continuing education to residents of southeastern Michigan, and attracts more than 9,000 students. Our faculty come from respected universities and doctoral programs, are recognized for excellence in research and teaching, and are active in professional and academic service roles in their respective fields.

US News and World Report recently recognized our campus as a Best Regional University.
The campus is located on 200 acres of the original Henry Ford Estate. Dearborn is centrally located within one of Americas largest business regions. The geographically diverse area provides faculty with a variety of urban, suburban, and rural areas within a reasonable commute, including Detroit, Detroit suburbs, and Ann Arbor.

The Department of Natural Sciences at the University of Michigan-Dearborn invites applications for a full-time Laboratory Coordinator and LEO Lecturer III in Biochemistry, beginning August 30, 2027. This 100% appointment will cover the fall and winter semesters and will initially be for a three-year term, with the possibility of renewal based on successful performance reviews and departmental needs.
The position combines teaching and laboratory coordination responsibilities. Teaching assignments will include approximately five courses per academic year, and may include both lower- and upper-level biochemistry lectures and laboratory courses. Opportunities to develop new courses may also arise.
Service responsibilities are expected and may include departmental committee work, student advising, laboratory coordination, and other activities that support the departments academic mission. This position does not include a research component. Summer teaching opportunities may be available for additional compensation.
Anticipated first year courses may include a combination of the following courses:
BCHM 210 {Biochem Lab Techniques}, 4 credits, 33.33% Effort
BCHM 480 {Biochemical Pharmacology}, 4 credits, 33.33% Effort
BCHM 471/CHEM 471/BIOL 471 {Biochemistry II}, 4 credits, 33.33% Effort
BCMH 473L/BIOL 473/CHEM 473 {Biochemistry II Laboratory} 4 credits, 33.33% Effort

Course assignments and teaching responsibilities will be determined based on departmental needs.

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Biochemistry, chemistry education, or a closely related field.
• College-level teaching experience, preferably in biochemistry courses including those with laboratories.

• Preference will be given to candidates who have advanced teaching experience and have participated in course assessment of student learning and development of innovative laboratory exercises.

The University of Michigan-Dearborn is a vibrant and diverse community, centrally located within one of America's largest business regions. The area provides a variety of urban, suburban, and rural environments within a reasonable commute, including Detroit, its suburbs, and Ann Arbor.
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, the University of Michigan-Dearborn offers a comprehensive benefits package, effective on your first day to help you and your family stay well, and plan for a secure future.

Benefits include:

• Generous time off
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions after 12 months of eligible service
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance, along with prescription drug plan
• Life Insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

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