Job Title
Instructor of Digital Photography
Department
Visual Art
Primary Campus
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
Job Description
100% Instructional Duties:
- As an instructor for the university, primary duties and responsibilities include: teaching in the photography area, developing course materials, developing and managing syllabi, creating lectures and assignments, grading student work, advising students and holding office hours.
- All instructors are expected to collaborate with colleagues, be current in the field, and are required to adhere to departmental, school/college and university polices and procedures.
Req ID(Ex: 10567BR)
33474BR
Disclaimer
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Conditions of Employment
Contract End Date
Position Number
00201809
Required Qualifications
- MFA in discipline or relevant field.
Employee Class
F-Faculty
Advertised Salary Range
Commensurate with experience
FTE
Varies
Position Overview
The Department of Visual Art is currently hiring an instructor to teach a digital photography foundations course at the undergraduate level. 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 and requires in-person teaching at the Lawrence, KS campus. 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.
Reg/Temp
Temporary
Application Review Begins
17-Aug-2026
Additional Candidate Instruction
A complete application includes: (1) Online application, with the following attached; (2) Resume; (3) a cover letter; (4) a list of three professional references including contact information.
Application review will begin August 17th and continue until positions are filled.
