GRAD STU INSTR - WN27

University of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Michigan Center for the Study of Complex Systems hires graduate student instructors (GSIs) each full term to assist instructors with various introductory, mid-, and upper-level courses in complex systems (specifically CMPLXSYS courses). GSIs work closely with the instructor(s) on all facets of the course in order to help meet student needs.

Duties will vary with the course, but may include any of the following: leading individual sections of discussions or labs, assisting with

Qualifications

• Must be a University of Michigan graduate student in good standing, taking at least 6 credit hours in the term.

Responsibilities

• Lead individual sections of discussions or labs and assist with development of lessons or exams.
• Proctor and grade assignments, quizzes and exams, and meet with students during office hours or tutoring sessions.
• Collaborate with instructors to prepare or review course material; familiarity with CMPLXSYS topics is assumed.

Job description

The deadline for the application is 11/24/2026.

Job Summary

The University of Michigan Center for the Student of Complex Systems hires graduate student instructors (GSIs) each full term to assist instructors with various introductory, mid-, and upper-level courses in complex systems (specifically CMPLXSYS courses).

GSIs work closely with the instructor(s) on all facets of the course in order to help meet student needs. Duties will vary with the course, but may include any of the following: leading individual sections of discussions or labs, assisting with the development of lessons or exams, proctoring and grading assignments, quizzes and exams, meeting individually with students in office hours or tutoring sessions, and meeting with fellow instructors to prepare/review course material. Familiarity with the subject matter covered in the course is assumed.

Responsibilities*

GSIs typically teach and/or grade 1-3 sections of 20-30 students each at 25-50% effort (these will vary with the pedagogy of the particular course). Specific weekly hour estimates for the courses hiring GSIs typically include teaching discussion/lab section(s), holding office hours, communicating with students and instructors, prep session attendance, administering exams, and grading.

Required Qualifications*

To be considered for this position, you must be a University of Michigan graduate student in good standing, taking at least 6 credit hours in the term for which you are applying.

Desired Qualifications*

LSA student enrolled in a graduate program. Preference may be given to applicants who have previously taken a course for which they apply to be a GSI.

Course Description

Course descriptions, including dates and times, can be found in the LSA Undergraduate Course Guide . Positions for the coming term are in the following course:
CMPLXSYS 251: Computational Social Sciences

Please inquire about the availability of other positions with the department.

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 .

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 checksare performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Contact Information

Center for the Study of Complex Systems GSI Hiring Team:
[e-mail]

Decision Making Process

Applications are reviewed and positions are assigned by the CSCS Office, in consultation with course instructors. Considerations include academic qualifications and prior teaching experience, as well as course preference.

Selection Process

Applications are reviewed and positions are assigned by the CSCS Office, in consultation with course instructors. Considerations include academic qualifications and prior teaching experience, as well as course preference. The CSCS Office will make reasonable efforts to extend offers within 2 weeks after the application due date.

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.

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 Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Job Title

GRAD STU INSTR

Modes of Work

Onsite

Full/Part Time

Part-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

College Of Lsa

Department

LSA Complex Systems

Posting Begin/End Date

11/10/2026 - 11/24/2026

Graduate Students
Graduate Student Instructors (GEO)