All materials are to be combined into a single pdf document and uploaded as one document through the University of Michigan job application website.  Applicants must include with this application the following materials:

1) A curriculum vitae and cover letter that clearly states courses and/or subdisciplines the applicant would be able to teach.
2) Teaching statement
3) Copies of up to four teaching evaluations.
4) One - two letters of recommendation. 
 

Contact information: For questions, please email lingsearch@umich.edu.

The Weinberg Institute for Cognitive Science in the College of Literature, Science and Arts at the University of Michigan is accepting applications, seeking to fill one LEO Lecturer I position to teach three (3) discussion sections of COGSCI 200 for the Fall 2026 term.  The Fall appointment would be from August 25, 2026 to December 31, 2026.  The appointment effort is 50% for the three (3) sections.  This effort is benefit-eligible for the term.  Depending on instructional needs, the selected candidate may have the appointment renewed for a second year. 

Duties of this position include leading discussion sections for COGSCI 200, working closely with lead instructors to develop materials using the online course management system, evaluating and grading students, holding regularly scheduled office hours, and handling routine matters related to instruction.

Must have an M.A. or PhD in cognitive science or a closely related discipline (Psychology, Linguistics, Philosophy, Artificial Intelligence) and demonstrated experience teaching at the college level. Applications will be evaluated based upon each candidates expertise, successful performance in the classroom, and the needs of the unit. 

Lecturer Compensation:
50% for the Fall 2026 term.
 

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.

Contact information:  For questions, please email lingsearch@umich.edu.

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.

All applications for this position must be received by May 4, 2026.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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