Business
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. 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.
Contact
Information to Applicants
Caryn Anderson
BSchoolHR@ku.edu
Additional Candidate Instruction
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 2027 for consideration. First review of candidates August 1, 2026.
Advertised Salary Range: Minimum $18/hour
Application Review Begins: 01-Aug-2026
Anticipated Start Date: 18-Aug-2026
Primary Campus
University of Kansas Lawrence
Campus
FTE: 0.25-1.0
Reg/Temp: Temporary
FLSA Status
Nonexempt
Employee Class: U-Unclassified Professional Staff
Work Schedule
Schedule varies, depending on course needs
Conditions of Employment
Limited Term
Work
Location Assignment
On-Site
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on
the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation,
marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university’s programs and activities.
Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the
nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and
Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue,
Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.
