How to Apply
In additional to applying via the University of Michigan Careers website, applicants are required to fill out the departmental application: https://webapps.lsa.umich.edu/Apply/2141
In order to be considered for this position, both applications must be completed by the deadline. The departmental application includes:
Basic academic and professional informationA resume/CVAn unofficial transcriptGraduate Student Instructor positions are only open to current or matriculating University of Michigan graduate students.
Questions may be directed to [email protected].
ASIAN 230: Introduction to Buddhism
Over the course of its long history, Buddhism has been the most influential and widely practiced religion in Asia. Beginning in India 2500 years ago, it eventually spread to China, Korea, Japan, Tibet, and Mongolia, and to Sri Lanka and throughout Southeast Asia. More recently it has spread to Europe, the Americas, and Australia. This course is an introduction to the major themes in Buddhist thought and practice. Beginning with the teachings associated with the historical Buddha, the course will go on to consider the development of the tradition over its long history in India. All readings for the course will be Buddhist texts in translation.
Class Format:
Two 90-minute lectures in addition to 1-hour discussion section weekly
ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION CAN BE FOUND ON THE LSA COURSE GUIDE (https://webapps.lsa.umich.edu/cg/)
Applicants to this posting will be considered for one or more GSI appointments of up to 50% FTE, depending on enrollment numbers.
Lead two or three weekly discussion sections; grade homework, papers, and tests; attend lecture twice weekly; create and implement teaching plans in consultation with the lead instructor; attend meetings with the other course GSIs and instructor; hold two office hours each week in the South Thayer Building.
Students who have not previously been a GSI for the College of LSA will be required to complete the CRLT GSI Teaching Orientation. New GSIs to the ALC Department will be required to attend ALC GSI Orientation, date TBA.
Previous coursework in Buddhism and/or familiarity with Asian religions. 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 Institutes ELI 994. The student must have a passing score of 4 on the Oral English Test (OET).
Undergraduate degree in Asian Studies, Philosophy, or Religion. Enrollment in a graduate program focused on Asian studies or religion. Previous experience in higher education instruction, preferably within the Department of Asian Languages and Cultures or a related discipline.
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 InformationContact [email protected] with any questions related to your application.
All applications will be forwarded to the primary instructor of ASIAN 230. The instructor will make a hiring recommendation. Once the recommendation is reviewed, an offer letter will be authorized.
All applications will be forwarded to the primary instructor of ASIAN 230. The instructor will make a hiring recommendation. Once the recommendation is reviewed, an offer letter will be authorized.
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