POOL - Lecturer

Position Overview

The School of Music at the University of Kansas strives to offer a comprehensive array of programs of study at the bachelors, masters and doctoral levels. The School offers required coursework to students wishing to pursue a profession in music or those pursuing related programs of study on campus. The School also offers elective opportunities for music study to the overall student body.

The School of Music invites qualified scholars and professionals to submit applications, which will be reviewed by the faculty and placed in a pool to be considered for part-time, full-time, regular, or temporary teaching positions, as needed. Applications will be accepted throughout the year and appointments made when extra instructors are required to fill vacancies or in emergency situations. Successful applicants must have appropriate authorization to work in the U.S. before employment begins.

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 and Delaware. We appreciate your understanding and invite interested individuals from eligible states to apply.

Job Description

100% Part- to full-time teaching positions, as needed. Applications will be accepted throughout the year and appointments made when extra instructors are required to fill vacancies or in emergency situations.

Lecturers are non-tenure-track members of the faculty with limited term appointments, whose primary role is instructional with no obligations to perform research or service.

Required Qualifications

For Teaching at the Undergraduate Level:

1. Earned Master's degree in music or a closely related discipline. OR Bachelor's degree in music or a closely related field AND five (5) or more years of applied, relevant experience. OR Bachelor's degree in any field AND ten (10) or more years of applied, relevant experience.

For Teaching at the Graduate Level:

1. Earned terminal degree (Ph.D., D.M.A., other) in music or a closely related discipline. OR Master's in any discipline and seven years of professional experience in the field of music.
2. Record of research, scholarship, or achievement in music or closely related field.

Years of professional music experience may suffice for the academic degree requirements and will be considered on a case-by-case basis for approval.

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.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Earned terminal degree (Ph.D., D.M.A., other) in music or a closely related discipline.

Contact Information to Applicants

Lisa Shaw
Business Manager
lshaw@ku.edu
785-864-4105

Additional Candidate Instruction

A complete electronic application will include a detailed curriculum vitae or resume, a cover letter, and the names and contact information (including email) for three references.

Applications will be accepted throughout the year and appointments made when extra instructors are required to fill vacancies or in emergency situations.

Advertised Salary Range

$2,000 per 3-credit class or $50 per hour applied lessons

Application Review Begins

07-Apr-2025

Primary Campus

University of Kansas Lawrence Campus

FTE

Varies