Instructor | Digital History

University of Kansas; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kansas invites applications for an instructor to teach a course on digital history at undergraduate and graduate levels. This instructional, adjunct faculty position is non-tenure track and is a Spring 2027 term appointment.

Duties include designing and delivering lectures, developing course materials and syllabi, grading work, and advising students, with ongoing collaboration with colleagues and adherence to department and university policies.

Qualifications

• MA in discipline or relevant field OR BA in discipline & 5 years of relevant experience
• Terminal degree in discipline OR Master’s and 7 years of relevant experience.
• Record of research, scholarship or achievement in discipline.

Responsibilities

• Teaching in a specific field, developing course materials, developing and managing syllabi, creating lectures and assignments, grading student work, advising students and holding office hours.
• Collaborate with colleagues, stay current in the field, and adhere to departmental, school/college and university policies and procedures.

Education

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

Terminal degree in discipline OR Master’s and 7 years of relevant experience

Record of research, scholarship or achievement in discipline

Job description

The Department of History is currently hiring for an instructor to teach a course on ‘digital history’ at the undergraduate and graduate level. The Instructor is an instructional, adjunct faculty position that is not eligible for tenure or promotion in rank. This is a term appointment for the Spring 2027 semester. Renewal will be based upon unit needs and funding as well as performance that meets expectations, not to exceed two continuous semesters.

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

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

Job Description

• As an instructor for the university, primary duties and responsibilities include: teaching in a specific field, developing course materials, developing and managing syllabi, creating lectures and assignments, grading student work, advising students and holding office hours.
• All instructors are expected to collaborate with colleagues, be current 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: MA in discipline or relevant field OR BA in discipline & 5 years of relevant experience
• For Instruction of Graduate-Level Courses: Terminal degree in discipline OR Master’s and 7 years of relevant experience.
• Record of research, scholarship or achievement in discipline.

This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have advanced knowledge, analytical skills and professional competencies necessary to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is commonly recognized as the standard qualification for similar roles in the public and private sector, ensuring that the university remains competitive with industry aligned practices, enhances collaboration with external partners, and supports the delivery of services and programs that meet professional and market-driven expectations

Additional Candidate Instructions

A complete application will include:

Completed online application

Resume or CV detailing specific subject areas that you are qualified to teach and/or develop

Cover letter describing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications

The names and contact information (including email address) of three professional references

Advertised Salary Range

Commensurate with qualifications and experience

• Primary Campus: University of Kansas Lawrence Campus