Instructor | Digital History

University of Kansas; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 30,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Kansas is seeking an adjunct instructor to teach a course on digital history at both undergraduate and graduate levels for the Spring 2027 semester. This term appointment is not tenure eligible and renewal depends on unit needs and funding. The position is on-site and subject to a union contract, with eligibility to work in the U.S.

prior to start date. Responsibilities include teaching, course material development, syllabus management, lectures and assignments, grading, advising

Qualifications

• Requires graduate-level knowledge and ability to teach both undergraduate and graduate students.
• Candidates should demonstrate scholarly engagement or achievement in the discipline.

Responsibilities

• Teach digital history courses at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Develop course materials, syllabi, lectures, assignments and assessments.
• Advise students and hold office hours; participate in department activities and policy adherence.

Education

MA in discipline or BA in discipline with 5 years of relevant experience

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

Job description

Position Overview

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

100% Instructional Duties:

• 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.

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

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Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy.

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