Graduate Student Instructors (Fall 2026), Ann Arbor

Graduate Student Instructor Position

The Philosophy Department is looking to hire up to 4 GSIs in the Fall 2026 term to lead discussion sections for faculty-led lectures in: Phil 11 0 Phil 183 Phil 340 Phil 356 Responsibilities* Attend all lectures and exams for your preferred course. Run discussion sections as scheduled. Hold at least 2 office hours each week.Grade assignments, per lead faculty instruction. Meet weekly with the lead instructor, and respond promptly to emails. Additional items listed in fraction calculation form Required Qualifications* Enrolled in good standing as a graduate student at the University of Michigan Available to teach the scheduled section timesHave previously taken at least 1 philosophy course (or equivalent course) in this general area as an undergraduate or graduate student, and have demonstrated expertise and interest in subject area Experience with Canvas If the language of instruction at a student's undergraduate institution was not English, they must be evaluated by the English Language Institute (ELI) for English proficiency and either pass the GSI-OET or have this test waived by the ELI before they can be eligible for a GSI appointment in LS&A. Desired Qualifications* Strong preference for applicants with experience in this specific area of philosophy Previous experience teaching courses in philosophy is desired Previous experience as a GSI is desired Contact Information Holly Ploch, Chief Administrator, Decision Making ProcessThe course instructor will make the hiring decisions in consultation with the Department Chair. Offers will be extended by July 30th, 2026. Selection Process Applications are reviewed, and decisions made, based on each applicant's knowledge, experience, and past teaching record. GEO Contract InformationThe 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 and for the University Ombuds at 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 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 employment opportunity employer.