Instructor - Architecture Design

Position Overview

We are seeking educators and professionals for Studio and/or
Elective Instruction at the undergraduate or first-professional
graduate degree levels.

Applications that will be reviewed as needed and placed in a pool
for consideration for part-time (regular or temporary) teaching
positions as they are needed. Applications will be accepted
throughout the year.

The Instructor 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.

This position is subject to a collective bargaining
agreement 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.

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. prior
to the start date of the position. Any employment with the
University of Kansas is contingent upon satisfactory completion of
a background check.

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, Idaho,
Minnesota, and Delaware. We appreciate your understanding and
invite interested individuals from eligible states to apply.

Job Description

100% Instructional Duties:

• As an instructor for the 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.

• 70% Studio and/or elective instruction - teaching at the

undergraduate or first-professional graduate degree levels in
accordance with relevant KU Course Catalog Description.

• 20% Class preparation
• 10% Maintain office hours, attend administrative meetings
• All instructors are expected to collaborate with colleagues, be

current in the field, and are required to adhere to departmental,
school/college and university polices and procedures.

Required Qualifications

For Teaching at the Undergraduate Level:

• M.Arch. (NAAB-accredited professional terminal degree)

OR

• B.Arch (NAAB-accredited professional terminal degree) or

professional or terminal degree from a related discipline (e.g.,
Engineering, Planning) plus a minimum of 5 years of effective
experience in professional practice.

For Teaching at the Graduate Level:

• M.Arch. in appropriate discipline (NAAB or equivalent

accredited terminal degree) AND a record of research, scholarship,
or achievement in the field

OR

• Master’s in any discipline AND a minimum of seven years of

applied relevant experience.

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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Post-professional degree, professional architectural

registration.

• College-level teaching experience with documented evidence of

outstanding achievement in the form of publication, awards, design
portfolio, certification within the design or construction
industries, or licensure.

Contact Information to Applicants

Keith Van de Riet

kvdr@ku.edu

Additional Candidate Instruction

A complete electronic application will include a detailed resume or
curriculum vitae, cover letter and contact information for three
references.

Applications that will be reviewed as needed and placed in a pool
for consideration for part-time (regular or temporary) teaching
positions as they are needed.

Application Review Begins

09-Nov-2026

Position Number

tbd

Unit

Architecture

Primary Campus

University of Kansas Lawrence Campus

FTE

.20 - .75

Reg/Temp

Temporary

Advertised Salary Range

Commensurate with experience

Employee Class

F-Faculty

Work Location Assignment

On-Site

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.