How to Apply

Submit as one document, a cover letter, resume/CV, and an unofficial transcript. All students regardless of their financial support (Public Service, Rackham Merit, Truman, Woodrow Wilson, Ameritech, graduate fellowships) are encouraged to apply. Students may apply for more than one position.
Applications will be accepted March 13 thru midnight April 2, 2023 only.

Course Description

In this section of 510, students will analyze the politics that affect foreign policy choices and the policies adopted by international organizations. We will examine the U.S. foreign policy process and compare it to that of other political systems. We also will analyze the politics of the United Nations and some of its key specialized agencies including the World Bank, Human Rights Council, and UN Environment Program. We will consider the dynamics of regional organizations such as the European Union and Association of Southeast Asian Nations. We will apply this conceptual understanding to a series of complex real-world policy challenges, such as the humanitarian crisis in Syria, migration from Central America, economic development and environmental concerns in Africa, and maritime rivalry in the South China Sea.
This section will be taught by Professor Megan Stewart.

Responsibilities*

1. Grade memos for style as well as substance.
2. Attend class and assist with class discussion.
3. Advise students (during office hours) on their papers, presentations, and projects.
4. Assist with class organization and coordination (e.g., C-Tools).
5. Record and average grades.

Required Qualifications*

Command of the Course Material:
Demonstrated mastery of the material in the course
Previous coursework/work experience
Overall academic performance

Desired Qualifications*

Teaching Skills/Promise:
Teaching experience/skills
Prior teaching experience (at U-M or elsewhere)
Particular skills for a course: e.g. leading discussions, assisting/assessing writing, string quantitative skills
Rapport with the instructor (usually assessed by instructor preference among candidates
Interpersonal and communication skill
Ability to establish good rapport with all students, particularly those experiencing difficulty with the course material
Approachable, supportive, a good listener
Ability to understand and address student learning difficulties
General maturity

Please note: GSIs must attend class meetings throughout the semester, as well as GSI training/orientation

Additional Information

A graduate student instructor position earns a stipend based on the current negotiated GEO rate for that appointment fraction, in addition to health benefits and full tuition for the term of the appointment.

Contact Information

Please contact 734 764-3490 with any questions

Decision Making Process

Review of application materials by faculty member teaching the course and the Associate Dean

Selection Process

The Associate Dean will make selections based upon faculty input

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.

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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.

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 Statement

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