Job Description
How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and must be attached as the first page of your resume or CV. The letter should address your specific interest in and with this GSI position. Please include your University Department/Program and year in graduate studies.
Responsibilities*
Primary instructor for one section of BIO 111 lab, including content delivery, appropriate lab setup, grading, and coordinating with other instructors to ensure consistency between sections.
Required Qualifications*
Prospective candidates should minimally:
- Be currently pursuing a Master's degree at UM-Flint in good academic standing
- Undergraduate education in Biology or a closely related field
- Experience with dissecting microscopes and compound microscopes
- Basic dissection skills
- Experience with lab material related to biology of organisms
- Experience interacting with students in a laboratory setting
Desired Qualifications*
- Prior teaching or tutoring experience.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Familiarity with Canvas LMS and online grading systems.
Course Description
BIO 111 - Organismal Biology
(5) N/NL
Introduction to basic principles of biology relating to biodiversity. Survey of microorganisms, fungi, plants and animals, including aspects of classification, development, structure (anatomy) and function (physiology). Emphasizing guided discovery and critical thinking. Lecture and laboratory. Graded ABCDE
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.
Contact Information
Questions regarding this position may be emailed to Ally Cooper at [email protected].
Decision Making Process
Applications will be reviewed following the posting deadline and selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. References will be contacted for the selected candidate; the selected candidate may also be required to submit a letter from their academic advisor supporting their acceptance of this position before hire is finalized.
LEO Lecturer IV Danielle Konieczny is leading this search. Every effort will be made to have a hiring decision by August 20,2026.
Selection Process
Applications will be reviewed following the posting deadline and selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. References will be contacted for the selected candidate; the selected candidate may also be required to submit a letter from their academic advisor supporting their acceptance of this position before hire is finalized.
GEO Contract Information
The University will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, familial status, parental status or pregnancy status, sex, gender identity or expression (whether actual or perceived), sexual orientation, age, height, weight, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, HIV antibody status, political belief, membership in any social or political organization, participation in a grievance or complaint whether formal or informal, medical conditions including those related to pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, arrest record, or any other factor where the item in question will not interfere with job performance and where the employee is otherwise qualified. The University of Michigan agrees to abide by the protections afforded employees with disabilities as outlined in the rules and regulations which implement Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Information for the Office for Institutional Equity may be found at https://oie.umich.edu/ and for the University Ombuds at https://ombuds.umich.edu/
Unsuccessful applications will be retained for consideration in the event that there are last minute openings for available positions. In the event that an employee does not receive their preferred assignment, they can request a written explanation or an in-person interview with the hiring agents(s) to be scheduled at a mutually agreed upon time.
This position, as posted, is subject to a collective bargaining agreement between the Regents of the University of Michigan and the Graduate Employees' Organization, American Federation of Teachers, AFL-CIO 3550.
Standard Practice Guide 601.38, Required Disclosure of Felony Charges and/or Felony Convictions applies to all Graduate Student Assistants (GSAs). SPG 601.38 may be accessed online at https://spg.umich.edu/policy/601.38 , and its relation to your employment can be found in MOU 10 of your employment contract.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and must be attached as the first page of your resume or CV. The letter should address your specific interest in and with this GSI position. Please include your University Department/Program and year in graduate studies.
Responsibilities*
Primary instructor for one section of BIO 111 lab, including content delivery, appropriate lab setup, grading, and coordinating with other instructors to ensure consistency between sections.
Required Qualifications*
Prospective candidates should minimally:
- Be currently pursuing a Master's degree at UM-Flint in good academic standing
- Undergraduate education in Biology or a closely related field
- Experience with dissecting microscopes and compound microscopes
- Basic dissection skills
- Experience with lab material related to biology of organisms
- Experience interacting with students in a laboratory setting
Desired Qualifications*
- Prior teaching or tutoring experience.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Familiarity with Canvas LMS and online grading systems.
Course Description
BIO 111 - Organismal Biology
(5) N/NL
Introduction to basic principles of biology relating to biodiversity. Survey of microorganisms, fungi, plants and animals, including aspects of classification, development, structure (anatomy) and function (physiology). Emphasizing guided discovery and critical thinking. Lecture and laboratory. Graded ABCDE
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.
Contact Information
Questions regarding this position may be emailed to Ally Cooper at [email protected].
Decision Making Process
Applications will be reviewed following the posting deadline and selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. References will be contacted for the selected candidate; the selected candidate may also be required to submit a letter from their academic advisor supporting their acceptance of this position before hire is finalized.
LEO Lecturer IV Danielle Konieczny is leading this search. Every effort will be made to have a hiring decision by August 20,2026.
Selection Process
Applications will be reviewed following the posting deadline and selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. References will be contacted for the selected candidate; the selected candidate may also be required to submit a letter from their academic advisor supporting their acceptance of this position before hire is finalized.
GEO Contract Information
The University will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, familial status, parental status or pregnancy status, sex, gender identity or expression (whether actual or perceived), sexual orientation, age, height, weight, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, HIV antibody status, political belief, membership in any social or political organization, participation in a grievance or complaint whether formal or informal, medical conditions including those related to pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, arrest record, or any other factor where the item in question will not interfere with job performance and where the employee is otherwise qualified. The University of Michigan agrees to abide by the protections afforded employees with disabilities as outlined in the rules and regulations which implement Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Information for the Office for Institutional Equity may be found at https://oie.umich.edu/ and for the University Ombuds at https://ombuds.umich.edu/
Unsuccessful applications will be retained for consideration in the event that there are last minute openings for available positions. In the event that an employee does not receive their preferred assignment, they can request a written explanation or an in-person interview with the hiring agents(s) to be scheduled at a mutually agreed upon time.
This position, as posted, is subject to a collective bargaining agreement between the Regents of the University of Michigan and the Graduate Employees' Organization, American Federation of Teachers, AFL-CIO 3550.
Standard Practice Guide 601.38, Required Disclosure of Felony Charges and/or Felony Convictions applies to all Graduate Student Assistants (GSAs). SPG 601.38 may be accessed online at https://spg.umich.edu/policy/601.38 , and its relation to your employment can be found in MOU 10 of your employment contract.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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