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Pool: Instructor - Operations Management Program

University of Kansas • Lawrence, KS • 3h ago

33311BR

Job Title:

Department:

School of Professional Studies

Primary Campus:

Univ of Kansas Edwards Campus

Job Description:

100% Instruction Duties:

(40%) Plans, prepares and presents lectures for one undergraduate or graduate course in operations management based on an approved course syllabus. Depending on the program, course and semester, instruction may in-person one evening per week or online. Courses are either eight or sixteen weeks in length.

(40%) Develops assignment, projects and exams. Supervises projects, evaluates student work and provides feedback to students. Maintains office hours as necessary to meet students' needs. In-person courses are live streamed and recorded to support remote students.

(20%) Maintains technologies, including a learning management system and a classroom lecture recording system.

Req ID (Ex: 10567BR) :

33311BR

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.

Contact Information to Applicants:

Gary Broils

Gary.broils@ku.edu

913-897-8430

Position Number:

00200759

Required Qualifications:

Master's degree in operations management or other approved terminal.

Minimum of five years of professional experience.

Two years of supervisory experience.

This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have advanced knowledge, analytical skills and professional competencies necessary to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is commonly recognized as the standard qualification for similar roles in the public and private sector, ensuring that the university remains competitive with industry aligned practices, enhances collaboration with external partners, and supports the delivery of services and programs that meet professional and market-driven expectations.

Employee Class:

F-Faculty

Advertised Salary Range:

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

FTE:

.25

Preferred Qualifications:

Doctorate level degree in operations management or a closely related field.

Evidence of prior success in teaching, preferably both in-person and online (e.g. course evaluations, supervisor ratings).

Experience with a learning management system, a classroom lecture recording system, and live inclusion of remote students.

Certifications or credentials in the related area of expertise.

Position Overview:

The Operations Management Program in the School of Professional Studies at the University of Kansas Edwards Campus invite qualified scholars and professionals with experience in operations management 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 an undergraduate level course either in-person or online. Instructors report to the Director of the Operations Management Programs.

To learn more about courses offered through the Operations Management Program, see Operations Management | School of Professional Studies. (https://sps.ku.edu/programs/operations-management)

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, with renewal based upon unit needs and funding as well as performance that meets expectations, not to exceed two continuous semesters.

This position is subject to a collective bargaining agreement (https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:ab5e20f6-5417-4148-84e8-e30fe59ed226) between The University of Kansas and United Academics, United Academics of KU, AAUP, or AFT. UAKU is the exclusive representative. As 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.

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.

Reg/Temp:

Temporary

Application Review Begins:

03-Aug-2026

Anticipated Start Date:

18-Aug-2026

Additional Candidate Instruction:

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.

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