POOL - Instructor - Criminal Justice

Position Overview

The Criminal Justice Program in the School of Professional Studies invites qualified scholars and professionals with experience in criminal justice to submit applications that will be reviewed by the faculty and placed in a pool for consideration for part‑time instructor positions. An instructor teaches in‑person undergraduate level courses and must possess an advanced degree. Instructors report to the Program Director for Criminal Justice.

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. This position is located on the Lawrence Campus.

• Plans, prepares and delivers online (synchronous/asynchronous), in‑person, or hybrid course instruction based on an approved course syllabus.
• Provides timely, meaningful, supportive feedback on assignments both verbally in class and on written assignments via the learning management system to students in support of individual growth and maintaining an inviting classroom climate.
• Maintains office hour availability at times convenient for working adult students and offers timely response to student questions via email.
• Engages with individual students in a way that demonstrates awareness of and respect for difference – and a commitment to an inviting learning environment for all.
• Updates existing Power Points, written assignment instructions, and discussion boards within the learning management system (Canvas) as needed to support student learning in each class section.
• Maintains well‑organized, accurate and easy to navigate content within Canvas.
• All instructors are expected to collaborate with colleagues, be current in the field, and are required to adhere to department, school/college and university policies and procedures.

This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have the foundational knowledge and skill set required to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is based on accreditation requirements, institutional standards of academic and professional excellence, alignment with peer institution benchmarks, and contributes to the credibility and effectiveness of the role within the university community.

A complete application will include the online electronic application, cover letter, curriculum vitae/resume, three references and evidence of professional experience and/or teaching experience.

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.

Susan Whitford
susan.whitford

$6,500 per 3 credit hour course, per semester

Application Review Begins Monday June 1, 2026
Anticipated Start Date Monday June 1, 2026