LEO Intermittent Lecturer - Urban Technology

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Summary

Taubman College is seeking an instructor to develop and teach one course (with the potential to continue on an annual basis) on "Change-making in Cities" that compares the different forms of agency at work in urban decision-making. The course will run during the Fall semester (August-December), attended by a cohort of approximately 50 students pursuing a bachelor of science degree in Urban Technology students.

The Urban Technology program is the first bachelor's-level degree in the world to focus on this subject. Our curriculum combines urbanism, technology, and design to help students build the knowhow and determination to shape future urban environments. Our students graduate with the ability to see cities through data, shape cities through code, and design positive change.

Course Description

"Change-Making in Cities" is the fourth and final course in a sequence of urbanism courses that Urban Technology students will take. The goal of the course is to compare and contrast different models of power (e.g. financial, political, community) and how the application of power shapes outcomes. This will be accomplished via case studies that present different archetypes of how decisions get made in cities when different types of actors from the public sector, private sector, or civil society take the lead. Through this exploration students will develop a working familiarity with the dynamics of urban innovation. Special attention will be paid to understanding the many needs of diverse stakeholders and the way that institutions and governance practices shape urban outcomes.

Responsibilities*

• Develop the syllabus during July-August 2024, in collaboration with the director of the Urban Technology program
• Teach the course in person, August-December 2024 (not a remote position)

Required Qualifications*

• Master's degree or undergraduate degree and professional experience in urban planning, political science, business, or public policy or a related topic giving you insight into urban development and social change
• Sensitive understanding of power dynamics in urban settings with an interest in comparing groups that are both formal and informal, large and small, well-resourced and lean.
• Ability to understand, analyze, and communicate complex situations and relationships
• Expertise in one or more of the following: gender-based, race-based, ability-based understanding of urban outcomes and the ways in which urban development can produce marginalization, exclusion, and injustice
• Undergraduate teaching experience or demonstrated potential to be an engaging classroom instructor

Additional Information

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, U-M 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; retirement plan with two-for-one matching contributions after the first year; many choices for comprehensive health insurance; life insurance; long-term disability coverage; and flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses. Learn more about U-M benefits .

Please note: The salary for this position is distributed from September - December. Relocation assistance is not provided for this position.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Taubman College values a diverse group of students, faculty, staff, and administrators that includes people of different race and ethnicity, national origin, gender and gender expression, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, religious commitment, age, and disability status. We aim to create a community of mutual respect and trust where everyone's backgrounds, identities, and views are represented without any threat of bias, harassment, intimidation, or discrimination. Learn more about our DEI efforts  and the shared values we have for our community .

Union Affiliation

This position 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.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.