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University of Michigan Adjunct Practice Instructor in Urban Technology in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Adjunct Practice Instructor in Urban Technology
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How to Apply
Applicants should submit one (1) PDF (500kb size limit) containing the following:
Cover Letter (2 pages maximum) describing your interest in and qualifications for the position
Curriculum vitae that may include links to examples or websites that demonstrate your practice experience
Names and contact information for three references
Job Summary
Taubman College invites applications for an instructor to develop and teach an undergraduate studio course focused on service design within the Urban Technology Program. The course, currently titled "Service Design and Urban Needs," is scheduled for the upcoming winter semester (January-April 2025) and will engage approximately 20 students pursuing a bachelor of science degree in urban technology.
Taubman College's four-year Urban Technology Program combines urbanism, technology, and design to help students build the knowhow and determination to create digital services that improve urban life for all. The goal of our curriculum is to empower students who are conscientious citizens of the world, possess the knowledge needed to work on grand urban challenges, and recognize their own agency despite and amid the uncertainties of the contemporary world. Cities will be their domain, technology will be an essential skill set, and design will be their practice.
While this position is for winter term 2025, there is a potential for future teaching opportunities as the program grows.
Multiple hires may be made from this posting.
Course Description
This course will challenge undergraduate students to develop a proposal for a new product or service that addresses a core need for urban residents within a vertical or industry that you choose such as energy/electrification, housing, food, etc. After being introduced to the basic principles and methods of service design, students will work in groups to conduct their own sprints to research an urban need, explore current ways it is being served or addressed, and develop a product/service in response to gaps or alternative opportunities they have identified. Students will develop an understanding of stakeholder analysis, user journey mapping, and the articulation of a value proposition. Importantly, the goal of the product/service need not be profit and the "value" in question should never be merely financial value.
You will lead one section of this studio alongside a second section taught by another faculty member. While the two sections will be largely aligned on content and overall structure, you will be able to develop your own lectures and exercises and will be responsible for the instruction and grading of your individual section.
Responsibilities*
Develop the syllabus during November-December 2024 in collaboration with the urban technology faculty director and the other UT 360 instructor
Teach one section of the course, January-April 2025 (in person or primarily in person)
Required Qualifications*
Degree in a related field, master's degree preferred
Professional work experience in service design, human centered design, UX design, or a related field
Experience designing, improving, and implementing services in an urban context and for urban audiences, whether in the public or private sector
Experience working with stakeholders to identify user needs and prototype potential solutions, utilizing frameworks such as service blueprints, customer journeys, and ecosystem or stakeholder maps
Ability to design and conduct energetic, active, collaborative, hands-on learning experiences
Familiarity using software including Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Miro
Engagement with one or more of the following: gender-based, race-based, ability-based understanding of urban experiences and design, and the ways acts of design can mitigate against marginalization, exclusion, and injustice
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 (https://hr.umich.edu/benefits-wellness) .
Please note: The salary for this position is distributed from January - April. Relocation assistance is not provided for this position.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Taubman College includes a diverse group of students, faculty, staff, and administrators 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 (https://taubmancollege.umich.edu/about/diversity-equity-inclusion) and the shared values we have for our community (https://taubmancollege.umich.edu/about/taubman-college-compact) .
Background Screening
The 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.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Job Detail
Job Opening ID
254015
Working Title
Adjunct Practice Instructor in Urban Technology
Job Title
ADJUNCT CLINICAL INSTRUCTOR
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Full/Part Time
Part-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
Coll Arch Urn Pln
Department
Urban Planning
Posting Begin/End Date
9/03/2024 - 10/07/2024
Career Interest
Instructional - Regular Clinical
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