Instructor | Digital History

University of Kansas; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Kansas seeks an adjunct instructor to teach a course on digital history at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The position is a term appointment for Spring 2027 and is not eligible for tenure or promotion, with renewal based on funding and performance.

Responsibilities include developing course materials, creating and managing syllabi, delivering lectures, grading, advising students, and maintaining office hours.

Qualifications

• Eligible to work in the U.S. before start date.
• Appointment is temporary with renewal based on unit needs and funding.
• Must meet degree requirements stated in the job posting.

Responsibilities

• Teach in digital history at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Develop and manage course materials, syllabi, lectures and assignments.
• Grade student work and provide timely feedback.
• Advise students and hold regular office hours.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure policy compliance and curricular alignment.

Skills

Teaching

Course development

Syllabi design

Grading

Student advising

Office hours

Education

Master's degree in discipline

Bachelor's degree in discipline with 5 years experience

Job description

Position Overview

The Department of History is currently hiring for an instructor toteach a course on ‘digital history’ at the undergraduate andgraduate level. The Instructor is an instructional, adjunct facultyposition that is not eligible for tenure or promotion in rank. Thisis a term appointment for the Spring 2027 semester. Renewal will bebased upon unit needs and funding as well as performance that meetsexpectations, not to exceed two continuous semesters.

This position is subject to a collective bargaining agreement between The University ofKansas and United Academics, United Academics of KU, AAUP, or AFT.UAKU is the exclusive representative. As the State of Kansas is aright to work state, you have the right to be a member or not be amember of a union without fear of personal or professionalrepercussions.

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. priorto the start date of the position.

Job Description

100% Instructional Duties:

• As an instructor for the university, primary duties andresponsibilities include: teaching in a specific field, developingcourse materials, developing and managing syllabi, creatinglectures and assignments, grading student work, advising studentsand holding office hours.
• All instructors are expected to collaborate with colleagues, becurrent in the field, and are required to adhere to departmental,school/college and university polices and procedures.

Required Qualifications

For Instruction of Undergraduate-Level Courses:

1. MA in discipline or relevant field OR BA in discipline & 5years of relevant experience

For Instruction of Graduate-Level Courses:

1. Terminal degree in discipline OR Master’s and 7 years ofrelevant experience.
2. Record of research, scholarship or achievement indiscipline.

This position requires a formal degree in the cited disciplinearea(s) to ensure that candidates have advanced knowledge,analytical skills and professional competencies necessary toperform the duties of the position. The level of degree is commonlyrecognized as the standard qualification for similar roles in thepublic and private sector, ensuring that the university remainscompetitive with industry aligned practices, enhances collaborationwith external partners, and supports the delivery of services andprograms that meet professional and market-drivenexpectations

Application Review Begins

09-Nov-2026

Anticipated Start Date

01-Jan-2027

Position Number

00002405

Primary Campus

University of Kansas Lawrence Campus

FTE

VARIES

Reg/Temp

Temporary

Advertised Salary Range

Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Employee Class

F-Faculty

Work Location Assignment

On-Site

Disclaimer

The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis ofrace, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age,ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation,marital status, parental status, gender identity, genderexpression, and genetic information in the university's programsand activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by universitypolicy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the TitleIX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate ViceChancellor for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX,[e-mail], Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.