Music Instructor (Adjunct) — Fall 2026/Spring 2027

Center for Public Partnerships & Research; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas School of Music invites qualified scholars and professionals to apply for Instructor positions. These term appointments support undergraduate and graduate instruction for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027, with renewal based on unit needs and performance.

Positions include 100% instructional duties and potential for emergencies fill-ins. Applicants must meet degree requirements and show evidence of scholarship; remote work is limited by state employment laws.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in music or closely related discipline; or a Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of applied experience
• Graduate instruction requires terminal degree (Ph.D./D.M.A.) or Master’s with 7 years of professional experience
• Record of research, scholarship or achievement in discipline
• Years of professional music experience may suffice for degree requirements and will be evaluated case-by-case

Responsibilities

• Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in music as assigned
• Developing course materials, syllabi, lectures and assignments
• Grading student work and advising students; maintaining office hours
• Collaborating with colleagues and adhering to policies and procedures

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum development

Advising students

Course planning

Education

Master’s degree in music

Bachelor’s degree in music with 5+ years experience

Terminal degree (Ph.D./D.M.A.) in music

7 years of professional experience in music

Job description

The University of Kansas School of Music invites qualified scholars and professionals to apply for Instructor positions. These term appointments support undergraduate and graduate instruction for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027, with renewal based on unit needs and performance.

Positions include 100% instructional duties and potential for emergencies fill-ins. Applicants must meet degree requirements and show evidence of scholarship; remote work is limited by state employment laws.