Asst/Assoc/Full Professor of the Practice-Information Technology

Position Overview

The Information Technology Open Rank Professor of the Practice position is both an Administrative and non-tenure-track Teaching position. This faculty position is expected to teach in the undergraduate programs in Information Technology (IT) and Applied Cybersecurity, the Bachelor of Professional Studies concentration in Applied Data Analytics, the Master's program in Information Technology, and the associated graduate certificate programs at the Edwards Campus (IT Programs). The candidate will be expected to teach in various formats, such as in-person, hybrid, and online.

The appointment is a Fiscal Year (12-month) appointment with an initial term of 3 years, with a typical course load of eight classes each year. 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.

The KU School of Professional Studies (SPS) was created in 2019 with a vision to transform students' lives and improve communities through innovative, student-focused, and exemplary academic programs that lead to rewarding careers in an array of fields that serve the workforce needs of Kansas and beyond. The school offers a variety of disciplines, course formats, class schedules, student services, aid, and more to meet the needs of diverse students who may work full-time, have considerable commitments outside of the classroom, have prior college-level education, or otherwise need a different approach to earning academic credentials. SPS continues to launch new degree programs aimed at supporting the needs of future students and is poised for significant growth over the next five years.

KUEC and SPS have a reputation for employing innovative teaching techniques and serving the unique needs of non-traditional students. KUEC and SPS faculty enjoy an interdisciplinary and collaborative atmosphere focused on supporting faculty in building rewarding careers while improving the success of the students we teach. Employees typically enjoy a hybrid work environment, providing sufficient flexibility for a healthy work-life balance.

This position serves the educational needs of several Johnson County Education Research Triangle (JCERT) programs. Specific percentages of effort for JCERT are determined each year.

This position is subject to a collective bargaining agreement between The University of Kansas and United Academics, that UAKU is the exclusive representative for the bargaining unit, and that it is their right to be a member or not be a member of a union without fear of personal or professional repercussions.

Job Description

Teaching - 80%

Teaching eight courses per year in the IT Programs in the School of Professional Studies, as described above. 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.

Service - 20%

Professional service includes actively engaging in promoting the programs; enhancing and improving its curriculum; engaging in scholarly, pedagogical, and professional development activities; mentoring students; and collaborating with faculty and staff at the KUEC in promotional activities. Stays current on IT industry developments and academic best practices.

Required Qualifications

1. Minimum Master's Degree in Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, or its equivalent in a closely related field
2. Demonstrated record of teaching excellence in Information Technology or a closely related field
3. Years of related experience in Information Technology for each rank:
   • Assistant Professor of the Practice: 3-5 years
   • Associate Professor of the Practice 5-15 years
   • Professor of the Practice: 15+ years
4. Excellence in written communication skills as demonstrated in application materials
5. Three (3) years of leadership experience as demonstrated in application materials