Postings: LSA UG - Hlth Science Scholars
School/College
Literature, Science & the Arts
Department Name
LSA UG: Hlth Science Scholars
Application Procedure
The Health Sciences Scholars Program (HSSP) typically seeks 2 graduate student instructors (.50 appointments) each fall and winter semester to lead discussion sections for the HSSP Core Course, UC 105, “Perspectives on Health and Health Care,” and UC 106, “Perspectives on Health and Health Care, II.” UC 105-106 is required of all HSSP student participants. Each GSI appointment is for one semester only. Candidates are eligible to be reappointed for additional semesters.
UC 105-106 is taught by the Director of HSSP, and draws upon faculty from throughout the university as guest lecturers. This course provides a broad examination of the cultural, political, personal, and socioeconomic dimensions of health, healthcare, and the health sciences. UC 105-106 uses a topical format to explore the interfaces of these dimensions in various health science fields. This content will provide a foundation for professional involvement in health care and science by exposing students to the complexity of health and the spectrum of health professions.
GSI duties will include, but may not be limited to:
- participation in GSI Training as assigned by the HSSP Director
- attend all UC 105-106 lectures, and attend 4-6 evening events as assigned
- facilitate 3 discussion sections
- grade assignments
- meet weekly with the UC 105-106 instructor
- hold office hours in Lloyd Hall
- work individually with students as needed
2 Graduate Student Instructorships are typically available each Fall and Winter semester
50% Appointments, average 20 hours per week, from September 1 - December 31, and January 1 - April 30
Full Tuition Waiver
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must be currently enrolled in a University of Michigan graduate program and actively progressing toward an advanced degree in a health-related field.
Selection Criteria Summary
Candidates from all health-related disciplines are encouraged to apply. Previous teaching experience or close work with students is strongly preferred. Successful applicants should possess the ability to engage students in thoughtful classroom interaction, to work well with students from diverse backgrounds, and should feel comfortable assisting students in developing their critical thinking and analytical skills. Applicants should also possess a strong desire to work with first-year undergraduates and an interest in learning about the developmental issues involved in working with undergraduates.
Candidates must be available Mondays from 4-7pm, as well as for 4 hours per week of office hours. Candidates must also be available Wednesdays noon-1:00pm, and either Tuesdays or Thursdays noon-1:00pm.
The University will not discriminate against any employee for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, disability, height, weight, national origin, political persuasion or affiliation, sexual orientation, parental or pregnancy status, HIV antibody status, veteran status, membership in any social or political group or any other factor 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 that implement Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Selection Process
To apply, please e-mail a letter of introduction and a copy of your curriculum vita to hsspgsiW10@umich.edu. The letter should be addressed to HSSP GSI Search Committee and must include include:
• Name
• University Affiliation
• Year in graduate studies
• Description of any previous teaching experience and research interests
• Teaching Evaluations, if available
Typical Duration of Postings
1-2 weeks
Posting Period for Each Term
- Fall Dates: 3/10-3/24
- Winter Dates: 11/10 - 11/24
Location of Postings
Additional Information
A description of the program and its goals is available on the HSSP website: http://www.lsa.umich.edu/hssp/
Dept Contact Information
Frequency of Appointments Made Outside of the Department
Occasionally