POOL - Instructor - Law School

The University of Kansas; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kansas School of Law invites qualified scholars and professionals to apply for adjunct instructor positions for fall 2026 and spring 2027. These are non-tenure track, instructional roles with the possibility of renewal based on need and funding, up to two continuous semesters.

Employment may be fully on-site or hybrid depending on state and unit policies. The successful candidate must hold a terminal degree (J.D.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree in discipline (J.D. from ABA accredited law school or foreign equivalent) with five years of relevant experience.
• Record of research, scholarship or achievement in discipline or course being taught as demonstrated in resume.
• Master's degree with seven years of relevant experience also acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Teach in a specific field, develop course materials, syllabi, lectures and assignments.
• Grade student work and advise students, maintaining office hours.
• Collaborate with colleagues and stay current in the field while following policy requirements.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum development

Collaboration

Education

J.D. (ABA accredited)

Master's degree in related field

Job description

Position Overview

The School of Law invites qualified scholars and professionals to submit online applications to the instructor pool to be considered for part-time and/or full-time, temporary and/or regular teaching positions. Positions vary and are dependent upon the need for instructors, if any, for courses being offered each semester.

This position is an instructional, adjunct faculty position that is not eligible for tenure or promotion in rank.

This is a term appointment for the fall 2026 semester and or 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.

The instructor position is a union covered position within the collective bargaining unit represented by United Academics of Kansas University (UAKU). UAKU is the exclusive bargaining representative for the bargaining unit. As the State of Kansas is a right to work state, you have the right to be a member or not to be a member of the union without fear of personal or professional repercussions.

Due to complex state laws, the University of Kansas may be unable to hire fully remote workers for this position outside of Kansas. Specifically, we cannot currently offer employment to candidates residing in the following states: California, Delaware, Idaho and Minnesota. We appreciate your understanding and invite interested individuals from eligible states to apply.

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 law school/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 policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

1. Terminal degree in discipline (J.D. from an ABA accredited law school or its foreign equivalent) and five years of relevant experience, or master's and seven years of relevant experience.
2. Record of research, scholarship or achievement in discipline or course being taught as demonstrated in resume.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior teaching experience at the law school level, particularly in the subject matter of the course(s) being taught.

Advertised Salary Range

• Commensurate with experience, subject matter being taught, number of courses taught, credit hours assigned to the course(s) and FTE allocation.
• Minimum starting salary is $1,750.

Application Review Begins

Review of applications will start on October 6, 2026 and continue until positions are filled and as needed for subsequent courses.

Anticipated Start Date

Friday January 1, 2027