How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your CV. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. 

Job Summary

The Digital Studies Institute at the University of Michigan is a center for teaching, research, and dialogue where faculty, students, and guests focus their inquiry on technology, digital culture, and social justice. Questions concerning the impacts of technology on race, disability, gender, sexuality, class, power, and identity are foregrounded in courses for our undergraduate minor and graduate concentration; in our annual summer institute; and in a diverse range of public programs. Please look at our website to learn more (https://www.digitalstudies.umich.edu). 

The Digital Studies Institute is searching for a Lecturer I to begin in the Fall 2025 Term (August 25, 2025) to teach courses that will substantially add to our undergraduate curriculum. In particular, we are looking for classes in the following areas: Digital Media Studies/History, Gaming, Artificial Intelligence, Algorithm Studies, and Digital Accessibility. 
 

This is not a tenure-track position. The initial appointment will be for one academic year and is renewable.

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*

The person in this position will teach six courses per year, developed in consultation with the Associate Director of the Digital Studies Institute. Other instructional responsibilities include overseeing any course Graduate Student Instructor(s), if applicable; holding office hours for students; course planning and grading; appropriate use of courseware and other classroom technology. 

Required Qualifications*

Ph.D. in the humanities or social science with a focus on digital culture.  Experience teaching courses in digital studies. The successful candidate must have cutting edge and contemporary knowledge and experience in research and teaching in the field. 

Desired Qualifications*

A Ph.D. is preferred.  The successful candidate is likely to have substantial experience in interactive/intergroup dialogue and digital learning. Demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching highly desired.

Modes of Work

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.

Additional Information

Demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching is highly desired.  Salary is expected to be $51,000 reflecting 100% effort for 8 months. 

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 to this position can be emailed to Wayne High: [email protected].

Selection Process

Review of candidates will continue until the position is filled. Only complete application packets will be reviewed. The hiring decision will be announced within fourteen (14) days after opening has been filled.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

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