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Job TitleJob CodeJob Description and Minimum QualificationsEmployee ClassificationSalary GradeMinimum SalaryMaximum SalaryJob FamilyFLSA StatusEEO - Job Group
Asst Prof of Pract/Acad PrgAsc024428

Non-tenure track faculty who possess the expertise and achievements to provide professional instruction in a manner that brings distinction to the appointing School/College and the University combined with academic-related program responsibilities such as advising, course scheduling, instructional coordination, curriculum development, etc.  Responsibilities include teaching, engaging in service both within and outside the university, maintaining professional credentials, and/or other duties that the appointing dean determines are consistent with this definition. Should have professional teaching and service responsibilities that are significantly heavier than those of tenured and tenure-track faculty. Research responsibilities are not included in the expectations for professors of the practice.   Adheres to the faculty code of rights, responsibilities and conduct.  Must hold the professional degree in the field, with the additional requirement of ten years post-graduation experience and a distinguished record of achievement in her or his field. A current license and or certification may also be required. A fixed term of up to 3 years, subsequent limited term appointment of no more than three years may be offered.

F-Faculty n/a $0 $0
Clinical Professor021500

Engages in direct clinical practice, clinical education, scholarship and public service in a University of Kansas Lawrence or KUMC clinical unit. Only authorized to be used for School of Law, School of Pharmacy, and the Speech/ Language/ Hearing Department. Terminal degree appropriate to the discipline.

A-Unclassified Academic Staff n/a $0 $0
Asst Dean/Dir/Prof of Practice021106

Teaches and meets the academic qualifications of Professor of Practice; serves as Director of an academic/research programs; and serves as coordinator of faculty and student services, including but not limited to administrative support, safety, learning activities etc. Serves in an academic administrative capacity for a school, coordinating activities with other school academic administrators.

F-Faculty n/a $0 $0
Chairperson-Asst Professor000300

Interprets complex psychological, medical, hearing, and psycho-educational evaluations from medical and psychological professionals. Consults with diagnosticians as necessary. Works with students to determine reasonable accommodations based on pertinent laws and regulations. Facilitates the accommodation process, working with students, their families, faculty and staff as necessary. Educates students, families, faculty and staff on appropriate services for and communications with student¿s disabilities. Maintains records of interactions; assesses effectiveness of accommodations and accommodation processes. Works with other administrative units as necessary. May supervise student staff. Bachelor¿s degree with three years relevant experience or Master¿s degree with one year relevant experience.

F-Faculty n/a 2A-Academic Faculty
Asst Prof/Asst Research Prof022323

Assistant Professor performs instruction, research and service in an institution of higher education. Beginning level faculty position. May be eligible for tenure track through the promotion and tenure process. May be eligible for sabbatical leave. Ph.D. is required or equivalent terminal degree. Assistant Research Professor designated as PI by University. Normally title is applicable for duration of grant/contract funding. Not eligible for sabbatical or tenure. Status reviewed annually for continued use of title. Funded by grants & contracts. Requires Provost's Faculty development approval used in exceptional circumstances.

F-Faculty n/a $0 $0
Professor/Research Professor022121

Performs instruction, research and service in an institution of higher education. Senior level faculty position. May be eligible for tenure track through the promotion and tenure process. May be eligible for sabbatical leave. Ph.D. is required or equivalent terminal degree.Designated as PI by University. Normally title is applicable for duration of grant/contract funding. Not eligible for sabbatical or tenure. Status reviewed annually for continued use of title. Funded by grants & contracts. Requires Provost's Faculty development approval used in exceptional circumstances.

F-Faculty n/a $0 $0
Research Professor022100

Designated as PI by University. Normally title is applicable for duration of grant/contract funding. Not eligible for sabbatical or tenure. Status reviewed annually for continued use of title. Funded by grants & contracts. (Meyen definition 8-16-94)

A-Unclassified Academic Staff n/a $0 $0
Prof of Practice/Acad Prog Asc024413

Non-tenure track senior level faculty who possess the expertise and achievements to provide professional instruction in a manner that brings distinction to the appointing School/College and the University combined with academic-related program responsibilities such as advising, course scheduling, instructional coordination, curriculum development, etc. Responsibilities include teaching, engaging in service both within and outside the university, maintaining professional credentials, and/or other duties that the appointing dean determines are consistent with this definition. Should have professional teaching and service responsibilities that are significantly heavier than those of tenured and tenure-track faculty. Research responsibilities are not included in the expectations for professors of the practice. Adheres to the faculty code of rights, responsibilities and conduct. Should hold the professional degree and licensing/certification in the field, with the additional requirement of significant experience and a distinguished record of achievement in her or his field outside of the academy. Fixed term of up to 3 years, subsequent limited term appointment of no more than five years may be offered.

F-Faculty n/a $0 $0
Senior Lecturer023702

The title senior lecturer recognizes a lengthy and distinguished record of exceptional mastery in teaching with substantial impact on the University's educational mission. Normally, consideration for appointment at the rank of senior lecturer will not occur prior to completion of two contract appointments. However, with the Provost's approval, an initial appointment may be made at this rank if the position requires extensive or unusual experience.

F-Faculty n/a $0 $0
Assistant Professor023000

Performs instruction, research and service in an institution of higher education. Beginning level faculty position. May be eligible for tenure track through the promotion and tenure process. May be eligible for sabbatical leave. Ph.D. is required or equivalent terminal degree.

F-Faculty n/a $0 $0

Job Title Table Key

TermDescription
Job TitleA job title is a brief description of a position held by an employee.
Job CodeA job code is a numeric number assigned to a job title  and also indicates the type of employee classification it represents.
Job Description and Minimum Qualifications (if applicable)
  • The job description represents the minimal duties required of the position.
  • Minimum qualifications are the of education or experience and the minimum level of knowledge, skills, abilities, licenses, certifications and other job-related requirements associated with the position.
Employee Classification

There are five employee classification types:

  • Faculty: includes employees who are tenured, on the tenure-track, or non-tenured lecturers and professors of the practice who may be eligible for sabbatical and tenure, as applicable.
  • Academic Staff: includes employees such as scientists, research professors or curators who may be eligible for sabbatical, but not tenure.
  • Students: includes employees who are part-time and enrolled at the University of Kansas, is registered for classes, and whose primary purpose for being at the University is the achievement of a degree or certification.
  • Unclassified Professional Staff (UPS): includes employees who support the mission and goals of the University.
    • Unclassified Support Staff (USS): includes employees who support the mission and goals of the University.
Salary GradeA salary grade represents the minimum and maximum salaries that may be paid to an employee serving in the position. The spread between the minimum and maximum salaries is referred to as the range.
MinimumMinimum salary allowed for the position.
MaximumMaximum salary allowed for the position.
Job FamilyJob families are a group of job titles grouped together because of the similar functions they perform. Only positions that have been reviewed as part of the Classification and Market Study initiative are assigned to a job family.
FLSA StatusIndicates whether the position is exempt (salaried) or non-exempt (hourly) under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Visit the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Policy for more information.
EEO - Job Group (English (US))EEO job groups are defined by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and are required for compliance reporting purposes. EEO job codes group together positions with similar skills sets.
Position Description ExampleExamples of good position descriptions for the job title that are available for reference.