Responsibilities
Minimum salary for this position is $6,375 per section, based on a 25% effort appointment. The University of Michigan-Flint invites applications for a part-time faculty position at the Lecturer I level for the period of August 24 through December 12, 2026. The position requires teaching two sections of a 3-credit-hour course POL 120 U.S. National Government and Politics. This course is an introductory U.S. politics course and covers U.S. political institutions, constitutional rights, and political behavior. The course sections are scheduled to be taught in the face-to-face format in the Grand Blanc High School to dual-enrolled students. The instructor must have course materials appropriate to teaching in a face-to-face setting. The budget for this position is for the fall 2026 term only.
Required Qualifications
Prospective candidates should minimally possess a master’s degree in political science or a related social science field. Graduate work must have been completed within an accredited program. Evidence of relevant teaching experience is required.
Desired Qualifications
Formal training in political science and in teaching at the secondary level is preferred
How to Apply
Please send a cover letter, your curriculum vitae, copy of graduate transcripts, evidence of teaching experience/interest, and contact information for three references. Materials are only being accepted via Interfolio.
Additional Information Contact:
Rhonda Broadworth, Administrative Assistant, College of Arts, Sciences & Education, at rbrdwrth@umich.edu
Why Work for UM-Flint:
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, 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, with immediate vesting.
·Many choices for comprehensive health insurance.
·Life insurance
·Long-term disability coverage
·Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Eligibility for benefits is based on your job group, your appointment percentage and the length of your appointment. Learn more about employee benefits and eligibility and download the Comprehensive Benefits for Faculty and Staff flier
UM-Flint offers dependent tuition support (DTS) for qualified dependents of faculty and staff from all UM campuses. Information can be found at:
https://www.umflint.edu/hr/benefits/tuition-support-for-dependents/
Information about our vision, mission and values can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/chancellor/leadership-mission-vision/
Modes of Work
Onsite
The work requires, or the supervisor approves a fully onsite presence. Onsite is defined as a designated U-M owned or leased work location within or outside of the State of Michigan.
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 here
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.
All Inclusive Statement for UM
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 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.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of ten calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eleventh day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.
