POOL Instructor- Human and Org Performance Effectiveness (HOPE)
Job Location:
Lawrence, KS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Posted:
30 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline:
4 November 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
100% Instructional Duties
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color ethnicity religion sex national origin age ancestry disability status as a veteran sexual orientation marital status parental status gender identity gender expression and genetic information in the universitys programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Room 1082 Dole Human Development Center 1000 Sunnyside Avenue Lawrence KSTTY.
Contact Information to Applicants
Marilu Goodyear Program Leader HOPE Program
Position Overview
The Human and Organization Performance Effectiveness (HOPE) program in the School of Professional Studies at the University of Kansas Edwards Campus invites qualified scholars and professionals to submit applications that will be reviewed by program faculty and placed in a pool for consideration for part time Instructor positions. Candidates should have expertise in continuous improvement instructional design human motivation human performance human resource recruiting organizational communication organizational development organizational strategy performance management organizational systems process improvement or resource allocation. An instructor teaches online (synchronous and asynchronous) and must possess an advanced degree. Instructors report to the Program Director for HOPE.
The Master of Science in Human and Organization Performance Effectiveness (HOPE) is designed to prepare leaders to work across departments functions and roles to align individual performance with organizational goals. The HOPE program equips leaders with the essential skills to drive alignment inspire teams and achieve organizational success.
Learn more about the HOPE program at position is subject to acollective bargaining agreementbetween the University of Kansas and United AcademicsUnited Academics of KU AAUP or 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.
Instructors are instructional members of the faculty and are not eligible for tenure or promotion in rank. Primary role is instruction with no obligations to perform research or service. Instructors are placed in single term appointments withrenewal based upon unit needs and funding as well as performance that meets expectations not to exceed two continuous semesters.
Due to complex state employment 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 have appropriate authorization to work in the U.S. before employment begins. Any employment with the University of Kansas is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check.
Additional Candidate Instruction
In addition to the online application the following documents are required to be considered for this position:
- Assessment of student work based on developed curriculums aimed at defined competencies. Curriculum includes a variety of assessments most from real world examples.
- Coaching students with capstone organizational-based projects.
- Faculty will foster collaborative and interactive learning environments that encourage critical thinking and meet the diverse needs of students.
- Timely responsiveness to students is expected to enhance the learning journey.
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color ethnicity religion sex national origin age ancestry disability status as a veteran sexual orientation marital status parental status gender identity gender expression and genetic information in the universitys programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Room 1082 Dole Human Development Center 1000 Sunnyside Avenue Lawrence KSTTY.
Contact Information to Applicants
Marilu Goodyear Program Leader HOPE Program
- Masters in Business Administration Communication Studies Education Human Resources Instructional Design Leadership Studies Organizational Development or Public Administration or a similar discipline from a regionally accredited institution.
- Three years of experience in continuous improvement instructional design human motivation human performance human resource recruiting organizational communication organizational development organizational strategy performance management organizational systems process improvement or resource allocation
- Two years of teaching experience (credit or professional development) in continuous improvement instructional design human motivation human performance human resource recruiting organizational communication organizational development organizational strategy performance management organizational systems process improvement or resource allocation
- Evidence of prior success in teaching in-person and/or online (e.g. course evaluations supervisor ratings).
- Experience with learning management systems.
- Excellence in written communication skills as demonstrated in application materials.
- Involvement in relevant industry associations and communities as demonstrated in application materials.
Position Overview
The Human and Organization Performance Effectiveness (HOPE) program in the School of Professional Studies at the University of Kansas Edwards Campus invites qualified scholars and professionals to submit applications that will be reviewed by program faculty and placed in a pool for consideration for part time Instructor positions. Candidates should have expertise in continuous improvement instructional design human motivation human performance human resource recruiting organizational communication organizational development organizational strategy performance management organizational systems process improvement or resource allocation. An instructor teaches online (synchronous and asynchronous) and must possess an advanced degree. Instructors report to the Program Director for HOPE.
The Master of Science in Human and Organization Performance Effectiveness (HOPE) is designed to prepare leaders to work across departments functions and roles to align individual performance with organizational goals. The HOPE program equips leaders with the essential skills to drive alignment inspire teams and achieve organizational success.
Learn more about the HOPE program at position is subject to acollective bargaining agreementbetween the University of Kansas and United AcademicsUnited Academics of KU AAUP or 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.
Instructors are instructional members of the faculty and are not eligible for tenure or promotion in rank. Primary role is instruction with no obligations to perform research or service. Instructors are placed in single term appointments withrenewal based upon unit needs and funding as well as performance that meets expectations not to exceed two continuous semesters.
Due to complex state employment 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 have appropriate authorization to work in the U.S. before employment begins. Any employment with the University of Kansas is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check.
Additional Candidate Instruction
In addition to the online application the following documents are required to be considered for this position:
- A cover letter addressing how required qualifications are met.
- Resume or curriculum vitae.
- Contact information for three professional references.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Thank you for your interest in employment with the University of Kansas. If you need assistance with the application process please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 785-864-4946.