POOL – Instructor – Business Analytics, Information & Operations

Position Overview

Instructors serve as either part-time or full-time members of the faculty in the School of Business. FTE is determined by the course load. Instructors are a non‑tenure‑track faculty position. Teaching assignments may include undergraduate and/or graduate courses offered by the School of Business on the Lawrence Campus, off‑campus programs, and/or online programs. Applications are reviewed continuously and placed in a pool for consideration of teaching positions.

Appointments are semester‑based and renewable, subject to review and funding. Candidates must have authorization to work in the U.S. and must satisfy a background check. This union‑covered position is represented by United Academics of KU, AFT‑AAUP, AFL‑CIO; UAKU is the exclusive bargaining representative. Kansas is a right‑to‑work state, so employees may choose union membership without fear of repercussions.

100% Teaching. Teach one or more courses in Business Analytics, Information, or Operations at the undergraduate or graduate level, ranging from 1–4 credit hours. Duties include course preparation, instruction, consultations, and assignment of grades. Instructors should abide by the area's, School's, and University's policies and procedures.

For undergraduate courses:

• Master’s degree in a relevant discipline or a closely related field.
• A demonstrated record of teaching in an academic setting or a record of mentorship, leadership, or training experience in a professional setting.

For master’s level courses:

• A terminal degree/professional degree in a relevant discipline, or a master’s degree plus seven years of relevant experience.
• A demonstrated record of teaching, training, research, scholarship, or professional achievement.

• Demonstrated record of excellence in teaching courses in information systems.
• Strong professional experience in information systems or a related field.
• Ability to design and deliver new courses successfully.
• Strong ties to the professional business community demonstrated by employment or consulting activities.

• On‑line application
• Current resume
• Cover letter addressing required qualifications
• Complete contact information for three professional references