Asst/Assoc/Full Professor of the Practice - Project Management

Position OverviewThe University of Kansas, School of Professional Studies, Project Management Department, seeks an outstanding individual for a non-tenure track, twelve-month faculty position as an Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of the Practice for our growing Project Management program (PMGT). Exceptionally qualified candidates will be considered at advanced levels. The successful candidate will have a professional record in project management and teaching, exceptional communication skills, and a strong commitment to educating and developing future project managers. The ideal candidate will have a developed teaching philosophy and a demonstrated desire to inspire students and encourage lifelong learning in project management. The candidate will be expected to teach at least eight undergraduate courses per academic year in project management. As a Professor of Practice, the successful candidate has an obligation to maintain a consistent record of distinction through professional activities within the department and community. This position reports to the Director of Project Management.

This faculty position is expected to teach in the undergraduate (Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Applied Science in Project Management) Project Management programs. These programs are offered at the Edwards Campus in Overland Park, Kansas, the Lawrence Campus in Lawrence, Kansas, and online. The candidate will be expected to teach in various formats, such as in-person, hybrid, and online.

This position will be expected to travel frequently for instruction, events, and other engagements between the Lawrence, KS and Overland Park, KS campuses. Reliable and consistent transportation between the campuses will be required.

Learn more about the Project Management programs at Project Management | School of Professional Studies.

The appointment is a Fiscal Year (12-month) appointment with an initial term of 3 years, with a course load of 3 classes each fall and spring semester and 2 courses each summer semester. Subsequent appointments may be offered, contingent upon a satisfactory comprehensive performance evaluation during the final year of this appointment and approval of the Dean of the School of Professional Studies.

Special consideration will be given to applicants committed to excellence who can contribute to the University’s innovative, collaborative, and multidisciplinary initiatives to educate leaders, build healthy communities, and make discoveries that will change the world.

This position serves the education needs of a Johnson County Education Research Triangle (JCERT) program. Specific percentages of effort for JCERT are determined each year.

The KU Edwards Campus is in Overland Park, Kansas.

KU Benefits: KU offers an array of benefits to assist employees with their health, life, retirement, and other needs. Details regarding benefits offered to employees can be found here: Benefits | Human Resource Management (ku.edu)

Job DescriptionTeaching (75%)

Teaching three courses in Fall and Spring semesters and two courses in Summer semesters in the Bachelor and/or Master project management programs in the School of Professional Studies. Teaching responsibilities include curriculum development, instructional design, virtual classroom management, and grading and teaching improvement. Faculty are responsible for keeping curricula up-to-date and engaging with external organizations to ensure relevance to a variety of workplace needs. Provide adequate means to evaluate student performance, including examinations and assignments (such as papers, projects, presentations, etc.) and grading.

Professional Service (25%)

25% Provides academic and curricular leadership advice to the department. Develops and enhances course curriculum. Academic advising and monitoring student progression. Promotes initiatives related to student recruitment and retention by developing student and alumni newsletters, revisions to the department web page, and conducting surveys of alumni. Contributes to decisions made related to the educational aspect of the PMGT program regarding quality assurance and marketing. Acts as departmental liaison with regional engineering firms, professional societies, and the PMGT advisory board.

Required QualificationsMaster’s or Doctorate Degree in Project Management, Business, Operations Management, Engineering, Engineering Management, Business, Leadership, Management, Technology Management, or a similar discipline from a regionally accredited institution.

• Years of project management professional experience required for each rank:
• Assistant Professor of the Practice: 3-5 years
• Associate Professor of the Practice: 6-15 years
• Professor of the Practice: 16 years
• Project Management-related teaching experience.
• Excellence in written communication skills as demonstrated in application materials.
• A distinguished record of accomplishment (e.g., leadership role in industry, industry-related association, consultancy, etc.).
• PMI's PMP certification or another project management-related professional certification.
• Involvement in relevant industry associations and communities.
  
  

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.

Additional Candidate InstructionsIn addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:

• A cover letter addressing how required and preferred qualifications are met.
• Resume or curriculum vitae.
• Contact information for three professional references.
  
  

Application review begins May 6, 2026, and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants is identified.

Advertised Salary RangeCommensurate with experience and qualificationsApplication Review BeginsWednesday May 6, 2026Anticipated Start DateMonday June 1, 2026Apply to Job