Instructor | Political Science

Position Overview

The Department of Political Science is currently hiring for
instructors to teach virtual courses at the undergraduate level in
the Intelligence & National Security Studies program. 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 Spring 2027 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.

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.

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.

• 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

• Attend required instructor training, as required by the

department, and provided by the Center for Teaching
Excellence

• The Lecturer should be available for reasonable appointments if

a student requests a meeting either in person or virtual.

• Adhere to departmental, college, and university policies

Required Qualifications

For Instruction of Undergraduate-Level Courses:

• MA in discipline or relevant field OR BA in discipline & 5

years of relevant experience.

• Relevant experience in the Intelligence & National security

sector.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in Political Science.
• Evidence of prior college-level teaching experience in

Political Science or specific course of interest.

Contact Information to Applicants

Ashley Urban, Department of Political Science

ashleylu@ku.edu

Additional Candidate Instruction

A complete application will include a letter of application (see
below), a CV/resume detailing specific subject areas the applicant
is qualified to teach and/or develop, and the names and contact
information for three professional references. A sample syllabus
for a similar course is recommended.

Please address the following areas in your letter of
application:

• What experience do you have with the development and management

of an undergraduate course syllabus? If you have not developed a
college-level syllabus, please describe any comparable experience
developing training programs, educational materials, curricula, or
structured learning content.

• What experience do you have with creating undergraduate

lectures and assignments? If applicable, describe related
experience designing training sessions, presentations, workshops,
instructional materials, or professional development programs.

• What experience do you have with grading work and advising

college students? Candidates without direct college teaching
experience are encouraged to discuss relevant experience mentoring,
coaching, supervising, evaluating performance, or providing
feedback to learners, trainees, or professional staff.

• What is your overall teaching strategy? Please describe your

approach to facilitating learning, engaging students, communicating
complex concepts, assessing understanding, and supporting learner
success in an academic or professional training environment.

Application Review Begins

09-Nov-2026

Anticipated Start Date

23-Nov-2026

Position Number

00003543

Primary Campus

University of Kansas Lawrence Campus

Reg/Temp

Temporary

Advertised Salary Range

$6,562.50 per 3 hour online/asynchronous course

Employee Class

F-Faculty

Work Location Assignment

Telework

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Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX,
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