"Intergroup Relations and Justice Lecturer"

Intergroup Relations and Justice Lecturer

Posting Number: F-0994
College/Unit: College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences
Home Department: Department of Philosophy, Anthropology, and Religion
Employee Group: Fixed-Term Faculty - Academic Year
Employment Status: Part-Time
Position Type: One Semester
Position Classification: Fixed-Term Faculty
Position Begin Date: 01/08/2026
Position End Date: 05/13/2026

Position Summary:

The Department of Philosophy, Anthropology, and Religion at Central Michigan University invites applications for a one-semester, part-time Lecturer position in Intergroup Relations and Justice to begin January 2026.

It’s anticipated that the successful candidate will teach two sections of IGR 145: Racism and Racial Justice through Dialogue on our campus in Mount Pleasant, Michigan. Depending on departmental needs and the candidate’s qualifications and interests, other classes could be assigned, up to a total teaching load of three courses.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a field relevant to the critical study of race and racism, or in a field relevant to engaged teaching and learning methods.
• Experience teaching or facilitating using intergroup dialogue pedagogy.
• Experience teaching undergraduate courses.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience mentoring and supporting peer educators or paraprofessionals.
• Scholarly and/or professional activity engaged with intergroup dialogue.

Message to Applicants:

Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering an environment that is reflective of the communities we serve. We are especially interested in highly qualified candidates who will advance and promote CMU’s mission, vision, and leadership standards.

You must submit an online application in order to be considered as an applicant for this position.

Cover letters may be addressed to the Hiring Committee.

About the Department:

To learn more about the department, please visit the department website.

Posting Begins: 10/16/2025
Posting Ends:
Open Until Filled: Yes