How to Apply
To apply, please submit the following as a single PDF document to the University of Michigan Careers website: cover letter, current CV, teaching statement, and contact information of three professional references. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis beginning October 15, 2026 until the position is filled.
The start date is flexible, with an ideal start date in August 2027.
Who We Are:
At Michigan Engineering, we develop the talent and technologies that move society forward and serve our state and national interests. Through discovery and innovation, we create the foundational knowledge and practical technologies to solve not only today's most pressing challenges, but also power industries and change lives. Our programs and community are designed to promote personal well-being and achievement – enabling everyone to unlock their potential and contribute with confidence.
Job Summary
Applications are invited for a Lecturer (full-time teaching faculty) in the Biomedical Engineering (BME) Department at the University of Michigan. The successful candidate will be part of a dedicated teaching team focused on experiential learning, engineering design, and professional development of biomedical engineers.
The BME Department at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor (bme.umich.edu) is a joint department between the College of Engineering and the Medical School. It harnesses intellectual and physical resources from across campus to create a world-class learning environment. Applications from individuals in all areas of biomedical engineering and related disciplines will be considered. We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas:
● Bioinstrumentation – knowledge and experience in software that supports biomedical
instrumentation, such as LabView and supporting our current courses in this space.
● Biocomputation – Statistics, AI and machine learning in biomedical engineering.
● Biomedical Engineering Design – Knowledge in modeling, simulation, Capstone Design
Responsibilities:
The main responsibilities of this position are:
● Teaching of undergraduate biomedical engineering courses, with an emphasis on engineering fundamentals, bioinstrumentation, biocomputation and/or design. Teaching load is expected to be up to 4 courses per academic year, and course assignments will depend on expertise, interest, and departmental needs.
● Contribution to curricular development and continuous improvement of the BME curriculum
through departmental service and professional development.
Required/Desired Qualifications
Applicants should have a PhD in engineering or the physical sciences, or a BS/MS degree with significant and relevant industry experience. Desired qualifications include a demonstrated commitment to teaching and education, as well as a strong motivation to improve the educational experience and engage students in experiential learning.
Why Work At Michigan?
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:
• Generous time off
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Maternity and Parental Leave
Union Affiliation
This position is planned at the level of Lecturer III and 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 Check
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.
EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer and is responsive to the needs of dual career families. 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.