Teaching 60 Teaching a total of 6 graduate level courses 3 courses each semester) in the following areas: student development theory; introduction to student affairs; research on college students; and diversity leadership (MSE and/or EdD). Additional opportunities could include teaching courses such as: assessment in higher education; law and policy in higher education; finance of higher education or developing a course with interest to students in the School of Education and Human Sciences.
Service 20 Contributing to the program and department including contribution on doctoral committees department and program meetings and committees such as development of an online masters program or EdD curriculum assessment.
Research 20 Advance a scholarly program of research which may include conference presentations or publications.
Additional RequirementsThe successful candidate will teach courses on the main campus in Lawrence Kansas as well as online courses. This position must be able to be physically present on KUs Lawrence campus with scheduled office hours oncampus instruction committee meetings etc.
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Contact Information to ApplicantsDr. Amanda L. Mollet
Search Committee Chair
- Doctorate earned by August 1 2025 in higher education student affairs social and cultural foundations of education or related area.
- Readiness to teach courses in at least three of the following areas: diversity leadership; college student development; student affairs; research on college students; and other areas of interest to graduate students in the department and School of Education and Human Sciences.
- Evidence of excellence in teaching courses across multiple modalities including inperson synchronous online and asynchronous.
- Evidence of excellent in teaching courses for masters and EdD students.
Position OverviewThe Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies at the University of Kansas is seeking candidates for a oneyear fulltime position with responsibilities for teaching courses in the Departments on ground masters and online doctoral programs with a primary focus in the Higher Education Administration program. This ninemonth nontenure track appointment will begin on August 18th 2025 and has a limited term date of May 16th 2026.
KUs excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences perspectives and backgrounds of our faculty staff students and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and support each others success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen heard and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things. Eligible candidates must have appropriate authorization to work in the U.S. before employment begins.
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Only complete applications will be considered. A complete application will include the following: 1 a Curriculum Vitae that lists your record of accomplishments and productivity; 2 a Cover Letter describing your professional experience and why this position is of interest to you; 3 Teaching Statement that addresses instructional approach and relevant preparation to teach courses specified above; and 4 a List of three professional references who will be contacted for finalists for the position.
Supplemental materials demonstrating teaching effectiveness if available such as teaching evaluations observations of teaching and course syllabi will also be accepted.
The first priority review of applications will begin on Friday May 2 2025 and will continue until a pool of qualified applicants has been obtained.