How to Apply

******In addition to applying on careers.umich.edu, applicants must also complete our External GSI form: https://webapps.lsa.umich.edu/Apply/2110

In order to be considered for this position, both applications must be completed by the deadline. The departmental application includes:

Basic academic and professional information
A resume/CV
An unofficial transcript

Graduate Student Instructor positions are only open to current or matriculating University of Michigan graduate students.

Questions may be directed to [email protected].

Course Description

MIDEAST 207: The Land of Israel/Palestine through the Ages

This course explores the region of the Middle East known as Israel by some and Palestine by others. It outlines the historical events that occurred in that territory from the earliest days of the past to the present, analyzes the various factors (political, economic, cultural, and religious) that shaped its development, and introduces empires and nations that ruled the land as well as the people who inhabited its cities and villages. The course will pay careful attention to matters related to issues of Race and Ethnicity; the volatile story of this land will here serve as a laboratory for examining the interrelation between race, ethnicity, and religion across three millennia.

Responsibilities*

Students who apply to this posting will be considered for up to a 50% effort GSI ?grader? position in MIDEAST 207: The Land of Israel/Palestine through the Ages based on enrollment numbers.

In consultation with the lead instructor, the grader will grade all weekly assignments as well as the midterm, the term paper, and the final project of the course.

Required Qualifications*

Previous coursework in Middle Eastern studies, Judaic studies, and/or political science focused on the Middle East. Students whose undergraduate degree is from an institution where the language of instruction is not English must have already taken or be currently enrolled in the English Language Institute?s ELI 994. The student must have a passing score of 4 on the Oral English Test (OET).

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 student's faculty advisor, five (5) credit hours may be acceptable.

Desired Qualifications*

Undergraduate degree in Near Eastern Studies, Political Science, Judaic Studies, or Education. Enrollment in a graduate program focused on Near Eastern studies or a discipline found within the topics of the course. Previous experience in higher education instruction, preferably within the Department of Middle East Studies or a related discipline. LSA student enrolled in a graduate program

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Contact Information

Contact [email protected] with any questions related to your application.

Decision Making Process

All applications will be forwarded to the primary instructor of MIDEAST 207. The instructor will make a hiring recommendation to the department. Once the recommendation is reviewed, an offer letter will be authorized.

Selection Process

GEO Contract Information

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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.

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