Job Description

Job Summary
The Department of the History of Art at the University of Michigan invites applications for a Lecturer I position in Modern and Contemporary Art at 88% effort. This appointment is anticipated to start on March 9, 2026, and will support one of the department's highest-enrolling undergraduate areas. The Lecturer will be assigned to two sections of HISTART 395 from March 9 to April 21, 2026.

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*
As a Lecturer I you will have responsibility to coordinate with the course syllabi and materials; deliver course content to students; and provide student assessments including grading and feedback.

Required Qualifications*
Master's in Modern and Contemporary art or a relevant specialized field
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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
The successful applicant will be offered one academic period appointments from March 9, 2026 to April 21, 2026, with a possibility of renewal. Further information about the Department of the History of Art can be found on our website at https://lsa.umich.edu/histart.

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.