GRAD STU INSTR - Communication and Media - Fall 2024

How to ApplyApplicants must include the following materials as ONE pdf document1) a cover letter addressing interest and qualifications for the position2) a resume or curriculum vita3) teaching history (list course and department)4) any available teaching evaluations5) copy of the undergraduate and graduate transcript (unofficial is fine)In your cover letter, please explain why you would like to GSI for Communication and Media (including which course(s), if applicable) and the skills and experiences (e.g., jobs, internships, research, coursework, teaching, etc.) that contribute to your qualifications. If the files you need to upload in 1 document exceed the size limit of the application portal, please send them directly to the Communication and Media Graduate Program Coordinator at [email protected].Course DescriptionThese Graduate Student Instructor (GSI) positions in Communication and Media are 35%, 50%, and 60% effort positions. There are 13 available positions for Fall 2024. More details and information about each course can be found here - Fall 2024 - Available GSI Positions - External (must be viewed using umich.edu account)COMM 101. The Media Past and Present - 1@50%, 1@60%COMM 102. Media Processes and Effects - 2@50%, 1@60%COMM 221. Quantitative Skills for Communication Studies - 1@50%COMM 271. Communication Revolutions - 1@35%COMM 305.005. Fashion, Beauty, and Design - 1@50%COMM 305.007. Public Relations - 1@50%COMM 305.008. News Media Ethics - 1@50%COMM 306.001. Qualitative Industry Methods - ULWR - 1@50%COMM 341. Fashion and Media - 1@50%COMM 370. Social Networks - ULWR - 1@50%For information about class size, please refer to the LSA GSI Class Size policy here: LSA GSI Class Size Policy.Responsibilities Duties for these positions include, but are not limited to: Attend course lectures (3 hours/week) Read all assigned course readingsTeach 3 x 1-hour discussion sections each week. (ULWR will teach 2 x 1-hour discussion sections each week.)Hold weekly office hours and/or individual meeting times to address student questions.Participate in weekly teaching team meetingsAssist in the preparation of course materialsGrade and provide constructive feedback on papers, exams, quizzes, assignments, and projectsGSIs who have not previously done so are required to complete the CRLT GSI teaching Orientation before classes startFirst-time GSIs will be required to register for COMM 993.COMM 306 and 370 are Upper Level Writing Courses. First-time ULWR GSIs are required to register for WRITING 993. If you have taught an ULWR in the past, you do not need to re-register for WRITING 993Required Qualifications To be appointed as a GSI or GSSA, a graduate student must be in good standing in their degree program and for Terms I and II, must be registered for not less than six (6) credit hours. With written approval of the students faculty advisor, five (5) credit hours may be acceptable.Ability to effectively teach and evaluate undergraduate students.Desired Qualifications*Background and knowledge relevant to communication and media studies LSA student enrolled in a graduate programBackground ScreeningThe 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.Contact InformationContact InformationFor any questions, students can reach out Jess Argiero at [email protected]Decision Making ProcessThe Departmental GSI Selection Committee is responsible for making final selections for all open GSI positions within the department. Committee members include the Associate Chair of Graduate Studies, the Student Services Manager, the Graduate Program Coordinator, and if needed the Chair.All applications will be submitted for review. After the review of applications, a short list of interviewees is developed, and interviews are conducted.Selection ProcessSelections are made based on the teaching needs of the department, graduate student preferences, graduate student availability, and graduate student merit, teaching and working experience.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/AA StatementThe University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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