12 University of Kansas jobs found

32620BR Human and Organization Performance Effectiveness - Director School of Professional Studies Position Overview Program Overview: The University of Kansas, Edwards Campus, School of Professional Studies, Human and Organizational Performance Effectiveness program (HOPE) seeks an outstanding individual for a non-tenure track twelve-month administrative and faculty position as a Director/Professor of the Practice (rank open). The KU Edwards Campus (KUEC) is in Overland Park, Kansas, in the Kansas City Metropolitan area. KUEC has been a KU presence in Kansas City for 30 years, playing a crucial role in the Greater Kansas City professional community. The campus now offers more than 80 undergraduate and graduate programs with classes geared toward working professionals, available in the evening, online, and in-person. The KU School of Professional Studies (SPS) was created in 2019 with a vision to transform students' lives and improve communities through innovative,...

Director of Contracts Administration R-0002526 Kansas City Campus Job Type: Staff Job Description: The Director, Contracts Administration leads KCU's contract lifecycle and contract operations, ensuring agreements move efficiently from intake through execution, renewal, and closeout. This is a hands-on role that builds a scalable, technology-enabled contracts administration program (process, governance, and tools) to improve speed, consistency, insight, and risk management across the University. The Director oversees drafting, review, negotiation, approvals, and execution, partnering with departments on contract structure, key risks, and practical implications. KCU's portfolio includes construction and facilities agreements, clinical education and rotation agreements, leased employee arrangements, and other external collaborations. Success in this role requires strong negotiation skills, meticulous attention to detail, sound business judgment, and a mindset for...

Director of Bioethics R-0002469 Kansas City Campus Job Type: Faculty Job Description: Kansas City University (KCU) is searching for a Director of Bioethics. The successful candidate will be a scholar who provides intellectual and administrative leadership for the Bioethics faculty on the Kansas City and Joplin campuses. This leader is an ethicist and humanist with relevant academic credentials and experience in Bioethics. The Director will be responsible for academic programming and administrative operations for sustaining and growing the Master of Arts in Bioethics (MA Bioethics) program. The director will lead efforts in creating a stand-alone MA Bioethics program. The Director will participate in teaching and ensure the delivery of the MA Bioethics degree as well as the integration and delivery of Bioethics content into all degree programs and affiliated educational programs of KCU. The Director will demonstrate excellence in leadership, program development,...

Course Director -Clinical Neuropsychology R-0002747 Kansas City Campus Job Type: Faculty Job Description: Course Director - Clinical Neuropsychology Job Description: The Health Service Psychology Department at KCU is accepting applications for an adjunct faculty position. Postdocs and candidates who have completed all degree requirements awaiting conferral of degree are welcome to apply! The successful candidate will teach the doctoral-level Clinical Neuropsychology course starting at the beginning of April 2026. This course will meet once a week for 3 hours for 11 weeks. Candidates will receive $7,500 activity pay. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Develop and teach graduate level courses appropriate to expertise, training, and background. The class to be taught is Clinical Neuropsychology. Assisting students in research in scholarly activity Providing service to the department and university Perform other duties assigned by the Program Director...

Assistant Program Director (CAA), MHS-AA R-0002544 Joplin Campus Job Type: Faculty Job Description: Kansas City University (KCU) is seeking a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) to join our team in a dynamic, full-time split position: 60% dedicated to academic responsibilities at KCU's Joplin campus and 40% to clinical practice at an approved clinical partner. Salary and benefits are provided by KCU based on a 1.0 FTE (full-time equivalent) appointment. On average, the employee will work 3 days a week as a didactic instructor and 2 days a week as a clinical preceptor. This unique opportunity allows the opportunity to shape the future of anesthesiology education while maintaining clinical expertise in a collaborative, patient-centered care environment. This role supports the launch of KCU's Master of Health Science in Anesthesiologist Assistant (MHS-AA) program-a 28-month clinical master's degree aimed at training highly skilled AAs to serve as essential...

Assistant Director of Predoctoral Education - College of Dental Medicine R-0002707 Joplin Campus Job Type: Faculty Job Description: The Assistant Director of Predoctoral Education provides leadership and oversight for the design, delivery, assessment, and continuous improvement of the Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) curriculum. As a licensed dentist and academic leader, the Assistant Director works in close collaboration with the Assistant Dean of Curriculum and Integrated Learning to ensure that the predoctoral program provides students with a rigorous, integrated, and competency-based educational experience. This position is responsible for overseeing competency assessment processes, rubric design, review, and calibration, course syllabi review, and ensuring compliance with accreditation standards. The Assistant Director serves as a resource and mentor to faculty in matters of teaching, assessment, and educational methodology while helping manage the administrative...

  Position Information   Position Title Dean of Students Job Description Missouri Western State University invites applications and nominations for the position, Dean of Students. This vital role requires an attentive, detail-oriented, self-motivated, and highly collaborative leader to oversee the student affairs division. Reporting directly to the Vice President; the Dean of Students serves as an advocate for students, cultivates a culture of learning, engagement and responsible citizenship, and creates a dynamic student experience. The Dean upholds and adjudicates the policies and standards for students during their enrollment at the University. The successful candidate for the Dean of Students role will be an experienced, student-centered, and energetic leader who embraces forward-thinking strategies to anticipate students’ needs and support their wellbeing. The Dean of Students will bring a passion for working...

Director, Executive Doctorate in Higher Education Management, Penn GSE University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical...

Associate Director for Curriculum Development & Online Education University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical...

Director, Forensics Job Description Summary: The Rhetoric and Communication Studies Department ( RCS ) is seeking to hire a full-time Director of Forensics . This is a non-tenure track position. The program is seeking someone who can administer and coach the Speech & Debate Team and teach RCS classes every semester. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in coaching and adjudicating competitive Forensics. They would additionally have experience with the World Universities Debating Championship (also referred to as WUCD or British Parliamentary) format. The Director of Forensics is responsible for promoting the activity on campus while enhancing the team’s reputation nationally and internationally. The Director of Forensics oversees selection of Performance Scholarship, manages the Speech and Debate Team Office, and organizes and accompanies all travel with the team regionally, nationally and internationally. Minimum...

Director, Medical Education Administration Position Type: Admin/Professional Department: COM Medical Education Full or Part Time: Full Time Pay Grade: MN11 Summary: The Director of Med Ed Administration is provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the medical education curriculum at a community-based medical school. This role ensures the curriculum is effectively delivered, continuously improved, and aligned with accreditation standards. The director works closely with faculty, staff, students, and community partners to support a learner-centered, service-oriented educational environment. Principal Functional Responsibilities: Curriculum Delivery and Support: Manage the implementation of the curriculum as designed by the curriculum committee, in collaboration with the course directors. Lead process management and improvement projects, that enhance efficiency and reduce administrative burden. Coordinate with faculty, staff, and...

Associate Director, Learning Center Position Type: Admin/Professional Department: Learning Center Full or Part Time: Full Time Pay Grade: MN8 Summary: The Associate Director will serve as a key leader in advancing student success initiatives and operational excellence, with responsibilities including: provide academic intervention and advising support to a case load of professional students; develop and enhance the use of academic success plans and executive functioning support initiatives; oversee the alignment of support resources for all of the office’s orientation-related programming (in-person and online Prematriculation courses), including intake appointments to align services and advising workflows; managing the implementation and utilization of assessment tools (e.g., MAI , NFC , and related survey options) to support early identification of at-risk students; assist with the coordination and oversight of peer tutoring services; provide leadership...