POOL - Temporary Online Section Leader

University of Kansas
United States, Kansas, Lawrence
1450 Jayhawk Boulevard (Show on map)
Mar 20, 2025
Position Overview Online section leaders work directly with and for the faculty member who is the instructor of record. Consequently, they are not responsible for the determination of the structure of the course, nor setting course coverage, nor the preparation of course material. Online Section Leaders are part-time, temporary, staff appointments. Position is not benefits eligible. FTE is determined by course load. The position is designated as on-campus. Alternative and flexible work schedules will be evaluated as per KU and School guidelines. Any position designated as fully remote must be approved by HR. Instructional areas may include: Accounting, Information Systems, Finance, Statistics, Economics, Supply Chain Management, Human Resources, Management, Marketing, Business Law, Ethics, International Business, Strategic Management, and Leadership. Applicants should indicate preference for instructional area in cover letter and complete supplemental question section of application. Applications will be reviewed and placed in a pool to be considered for open positions as needed. Applications will be accepted throughout the year. Appointment length is reflective of the corresponding course's timeline. Appointments may be renewed multiple times. 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 100% - Support the instructor of record for online course by proving a variety of duties, examples include: Monitor and facilitate on-line discussions Answer student's emails and questions Evaluate and grade papers and tests Required Qualifications Successful completion of graduate business or management coursework in the relevant teaching discipline or minimum two years professional experience in the relevant field. Preferred Qualifications A Master's degree in relevant teaching discipline. Demonstrated excellence of professional experience in the relevant field. Experience with online instruction. Additional Candidate Instructions A complete online application requires: current resume; a cover letter (please express the academic areas or specific courses of interest to you); complete contact information for three professional references; detailed listing of completed, related coursework, if not clearly defined in cover letter or resume. Please note that review of applications is ongoing and positions are filled on an as-needed basis. Your application will remain on file through February 2026 for consideration. First review of candidates April 1, 2025. Contact Information to Applicants Caryn Anderson BSchoolHR@ku.edu Advertised Salary Range Minimum $30/hour Application Review Begins Tuesday April 1, 2025 Anticipated Start Date Monday August 18, 2025