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POOL - Instructor - Law School

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A Law Professor teaches national and regional legislative ideas and truths, as well as the methods used in practicing various forms of law to students through a combination of classroom instruction, field experience, and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field. In some cases, law professors will perform legal services.

$93,685 / year median in Kansas

+10% projected growth

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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. Job Description 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. Required Qualifications Terminal degree in discipline (J.D. from an ABA accredited law school or its foreign equivalent) and five years of relevant experience, or master's and seven years of relevant experience. Record of research, scholarship or achievement in discipline or course being taught as demonstrated in resume. Preferred Qualifications Prior teaching experience at the law school level, particularly in the subject matter of the course(s) being taught. Contact Information to Applicants Kyle Velte Associate Dean, Faculty kvelte@ku.edu 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. Advertised Salary Range Commensurate with experience, subject matter being taught, number of courses taught, credit hours assigned to the course(s) and FTE allocation. Minimum starting salary is $1,750. Application Review Begins 15-Jul-2026 Anticipated Start Date 18-Aug-2026 Primary Campus University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
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Reg/Temp Temporary Employee Class F-Faculty 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 university's 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, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.