What are the responsibilities and job description for the POOL- Instructor- Organizational Communication position at The University of Kansas?
Position Overview
The Organizational Communication Graduate Program in the School of Professional Studies at the University of Kansas Edwards Campus invites qualified practitioner-scholars to submit applications that will be reviewed by the search committee and placed in a pool for consideration for part-time instructor positions. An instructor teaches graduate level courses and must possess an advanced terminal degree. Classes and class schedules offered may vary each semester and are dependent upon curricular need, student enrollment and funding availability. All courses are offered online and include required weekly live/synchronous meetings and asynchronous activities. Instructors report to the director of the Organizational Communication Graduate Program.
To learn more about courses offered through the Organizational Graduate Program, see https://edwardscampus.ku.edu/communication Please note that Instructors are assigned to teach a specific sub-set of these courses, as needed.
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.
Instructors are instructional members of the faculty and are not eligible for tenure or promotion in rank. Primary role is instruction with no obligations to perform research or service. Instructors are placed in single term appointments, with renewal based upon unit needs and funding as well as performance that meets expectations, not to exceed two continuous semesters.
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.
The successful candidate must have appropriate authorization to work in the U.S. before employment begins. Any employment with the University of Kansas is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check.
Job Description
30% - Plans, prepares and presents brief recorded weekly content overview lectures (approx. 30 minutes) AND facilitates one synchronous, interactive weekly evening class session via Zoom for one graduate course in organizational communication based on an approved course syllabus. Live weekly class sessions are recorded and posted to Blackboard for student reference. Courses are 8-weeks in length and required live Zoom class sessions are facilitated from 6:30 – 9:00pm Central Time, typically on Monday or Thursday evenings.
30% - Provides timely, meaningful, supportive feedback on assignments both verbally in class and on written assignments via the learning management system to students in support of individual growth and maintaining an inviting classroom climate.
20% - Maintains office hour availability at times convenient for working adult students, and offers timely response to student questions via email. Engages with individual students in a way that demonstrates awareness of and respect for difference -- and a commitment to an inviting learning environment for all.
20% - Updates existing PowerPoints, written assignment instructions, and discussions boards within learning management system (Blackboard) as needed to support student learning in each class section. Maintains well-organized, accurate and easy to navigate content within Blackboard.
Required Qualifications
For undergraduate courses:
Preferred Qualifications
A complete application will include the online electronic application, cover letter, curriculum vitae/resume, three references and evidence of professional experience and/or teaching experience.
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.
Contact Information to Applicants
Jordan Atkinson
atkinson@ku.edu
Advertised Salary Range
$6,500 per 3 credit hour course per semester
Application Review Begins
Monday August 3, 2026
Anticipated Start Date
Tuesday August 18, 2026
The Organizational Communication Graduate Program in the School of Professional Studies at the University of Kansas Edwards Campus invites qualified practitioner-scholars to submit applications that will be reviewed by the search committee and placed in a pool for consideration for part-time instructor positions. An instructor teaches graduate level courses and must possess an advanced terminal degree. Classes and class schedules offered may vary each semester and are dependent upon curricular need, student enrollment and funding availability. All courses are offered online and include required weekly live/synchronous meetings and asynchronous activities. Instructors report to the director of the Organizational Communication Graduate Program.
To learn more about courses offered through the Organizational Graduate Program, see https://edwardscampus.ku.edu/communication Please note that Instructors are assigned to teach a specific sub-set of these courses, as needed.
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.
Instructors are instructional members of the faculty and are not eligible for tenure or promotion in rank. Primary role is instruction with no obligations to perform research or service. Instructors are placed in single term appointments, with renewal based upon unit needs and funding as well as performance that meets expectations, not to exceed two continuous semesters.
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.
The successful candidate must have appropriate authorization to work in the U.S. before employment begins. Any employment with the University of Kansas is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check.
Job Description
30% - Plans, prepares and presents brief recorded weekly content overview lectures (approx. 30 minutes) AND facilitates one synchronous, interactive weekly evening class session via Zoom for one graduate course in organizational communication based on an approved course syllabus. Live weekly class sessions are recorded and posted to Blackboard for student reference. Courses are 8-weeks in length and required live Zoom class sessions are facilitated from 6:30 – 9:00pm Central Time, typically on Monday or Thursday evenings.
30% - Provides timely, meaningful, supportive feedback on assignments both verbally in class and on written assignments via the learning management system to students in support of individual growth and maintaining an inviting classroom climate.
20% - Maintains office hour availability at times convenient for working adult students, and offers timely response to student questions via email. Engages with individual students in a way that demonstrates awareness of and respect for difference -- and a commitment to an inviting learning environment for all.
20% - Updates existing PowerPoints, written assignment instructions, and discussions boards within learning management system (Blackboard) as needed to support student learning in each class section. Maintains well-organized, accurate and easy to navigate content within Blackboard.
Required Qualifications
For undergraduate courses:
- Master’s degree in relevant discipline or closely related field.
- A demonstrated record of teaching in an academic setting or a record of mentorship, leadership or training experience in a professional setting.
- Demonstrated experience and intermediate to advanced level technical skill in using online meeting platforms (i.e. Zoom) and functionality in support of participant engagement and adult learning (general navigational expertise, use of breakout rooms and polling, etc.).
- A terminal degree/professional degree in relevant discipline, OR a master’s degree plus seven years of relevant experience.
- A demonstrated record of teaching, research, scholarship or achievement.
- Demonstrated experience and intermediate to advanced level technical skill in using online meeting platforms (i.e. Zoom) and functionality in support of participant engagement and adult learning (general navigational expertise, use of breakout rooms and polling, etc.).
Preferred Qualifications
- Evidence of prior success in teaching or training, preferably at the graduate level, and preferably both in-person and online (e.g. course evaluation summary, supervisor or teaching peer evaluations).
- Demonstrated experience creating and managing course content within a learning management system such as Blackboard (i.e., structuring modules, using folders and posting/updating documents), offering clear, organized online grading and feedback, and maintaining social presence in the asynchronous component of courses.
A complete application will include the online electronic application, cover letter, curriculum vitae/resume, three references and evidence of professional experience and/or teaching experience.
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.
Contact Information to Applicants
Jordan Atkinson
atkinson@ku.edu
Advertised Salary Range
$6,500 per 3 credit hour course per semester
Application Review Begins
Monday August 3, 2026
Anticipated Start Date
Tuesday August 18, 2026
Salary : $6,500