POOL Instructor Law School
Job Location:
Lawrence, KS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Posted:
12 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline:
9 October 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
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
Kyle Velte
Associate Dean Faculty
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. 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.
Additional Candidate Instruction
Interested applicants should apply online and submit curriculum vitae.
Review of applications will start on July 15th and continue until positions are filled and as needed for subsequent courses.
100% Instructional Duties:
- 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.
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
Kyle Velte
Associate Dean Faculty
- Terminal degree in discipline (J.D. from an ABA accredited law school or its foreign equivalent) and five years of relevant experience or masters and seven years of relevant experience.
- Record of research scholarship or achievement in discipline or course being taught as demonstrated in resume.
- Prior teaching experience at the law school level particularly in the subject matter of the course(s) being taught.
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. 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.
Additional Candidate Instruction
Interested applicants should apply online and submit curriculum vitae.
Review of applications will start on July 15th and continue until positions are filled and as needed for subsequent courses.
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.