Description

Position Overview

The Department of Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering in the University of Kansas School of Engineering is currently hiring for instructors to teach courses at the graduate level for the following course(s): CE 778 - Air Quality and CMGT 705 - Constructions Contracts, Bonds & Insurance. 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 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.

Job Description

100% Instructional Duties for assigned course(s):

• As an instructor for Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering, primary duties and responsibilities will include:
  • Prepare and present course lectures
  • Develop course materials
  • Develop and manage syllabi
  • Create lectures and assignments
  • Grade student work
  • Advise students and hold office hours.
• All instructors are expected to collaborate with colleagues, be current in field of instruction, and are required to adhere to Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering, School of Engineering, and University polices and procedures.

Required Qualifications

For Instruction of Undergraduate-Level Courses:

1. MS in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Construction Management or closely related field OR BS in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Construction Management & 5 years of relevant experience.

For Instruction of Graduate-Level Courses:

1. Terminal degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Construction Management OR Master's degree and 7 years of relevant experience in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Construction Management.
2. Record of research, scholarship or achievement in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Construction Management.

Additional Candidate Instruction

A complete application will include:

• Online application
• Curriculum Vitae/Resume
• Cover letter and evidence of professional experience and/or teaching experience.

Review of applications is ongoing and hires will be made as positions become available.

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 procedures 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. Reports can be submitted by contacting the Title IX Coordinator as provided herein or using the Title IX online report form and complaints can be submitted with the Title IX Coordinator or using the Title IX online complaint form.