Instructor - Design

Position Overview

We are seeking educators and professionals to teach courses for the
Design Department in the areas of Industrial Design or Graphic
Design, Illustration, Animation, Photography, Interaction Design,
or User Experience.

Applications will be reviewed 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. Appointments are
one semester, renewable, subject to review and funding.

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% - Teaching as scheduled courses in Design
• 20% - Class preparation and grading
• 10% - Office hours available to meet with students and

administrative duties such as entering grades online.

• 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.F.A.in appropriate discipline (NASAD or equivalent accredited
terminal degree)

OR

B.F.A. (NASAD or equivalent accredited degree) in appropriate
discipline plus a minimum of 5 years of effective experience in
professional practice and/or college-level teaching with documented
evidence of outstanding achievement in the form of national design
awards or honors, recognized work with national clients, or
attainment of a senior leadership role in professional practice
(e.g., Senior Designer, Art Director, Creative Director).

For Teaching at the Graduate Level:

M.F.A.in appropriate discipline (NASAD or equivalent accredited
terminal degree) AND a record of research, scholarship, or
achievement in the field.

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

• Advanced degree in related Design field with extensive

professional experience.

Contact Information to Applicants

Jeremy Shellhorn

jeshellh@ku.edu

Additional Candidate Instruction

Review of applications is ongoing.

• Apply online and attach resume, cover letter and list of

references. Portfolio may be requested at time of interview.

Application Review Begins

09-Nov-2026

Position Number

00004179

Primary Campus

University of Kansas Lawrence Campus

FTE

.25 - .50

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.