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Job TitleJob CodeJob Description and Minimum QualificationsEmployee ClassificationSalary GradeMinimum SalaryMaximum SalaryJob FamilyFLSA StatusEEO - Job Group
Research Engineer000563

Under minimal supervision, develops, modifies or implements large and complex hardware/software technologies. Creates, maintains, tests, troubleshoots and/or implements hardware, software and/or data systems solutions used in the support of research and instruction. Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of situations or data requires evaluation of intangible variance factors. Uses principles, theories and concepts in the specific fields, plus, may have working knowledge of other related disciplines to provide solutions to a range of problems, and ensures solutions and/or changes are implemented. Applies experience and knowledge of scientific research or engineering principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields. Plans and conducts work requiring independent judgment in the evolution, selection, and substantial adaptation and/or modification of standard techniques, procedures and criteria. Makes recommendations on technical problems and methods. Contributes to technical presentations and demonstrations at conferences and/or meetings. May participate in development of grant proposals and/or presentation of research findings. May participate in new external collaborative product development. May supervise analysts, developers and/or student employees. #High school/GED and 4 years related experience OR Associate¿s degree with 3 years related experience OR Bachelor¿s degree with 1 year of related experience OR Master¿s degree in field related to discipline.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff C09 $64,333 $99,715 Information Technology
IT Technology Coordinator000352

Under minimal supervision, provides front-line supervisory support and management to staff in a particular area of responsibility within a unit. Manages, designs, and/or leads campus locations or public lab space to improve technology management and design to best serve the user. Provides services and long term strategies in hardware, software, mobile device support, and/or classroom technology for deployment and maintenance. Works as a liaison with an assigned school or unit. May coordinate and provide training to faculty and/or staff using classroom technologies. May serve as system administrator of a purchased system with a delivered application design to ensure that the environment includes adequate support for services, application and web functionality. High School Diploma/ GED and four years of relevant professional experience or an Associate’s degree and two years of relevant professional experience or a Bachelor’s degree.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff A10 $47,493 $71,240 Information Technology
IT Engineer Senior000388

Under minimal supervision, responsible for the engineering, integration, implementation, and operation of campus information technology infrastructure to meet requirements for campus electronic services such as ERP, security, student andother mission critical systems using advanced approaches to developing technology solutions. May supervise or provide leadership to staff. High School Diploma/ GED and seven years of relevant professional experience or an Associate’s degree and five years of relevant professional experience or a Bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant professional experience.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff A12 $61,578 $95,447 Information Technology
IT Senior Programmer000351

Under minimal supervision, works within a standards based collaborative team environment to contribute code, provide technical support and development expertise to various development projects and applications. Develops code,maintains, and supports software and applications independently or as a member of a small standards based team while continuously seeking methods for automation, efficiency, andsecurity conscious development. May supervise or provide leadership to staff. High School Diploma/ GED and seven years of relevant professional experience or an Associate’s degree and five years of relevant professional experience or a Bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant professional experience.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff A12 $61,578 $95,447 Information Technology
Research Lead Programmer000567

Under minimal supervision, works within a standards-based collaborative team environment to contribute code, provide technical support and development expertise to various development projects and applications. Prepares diagrams and application specifications to describe and document proposed system. Works with programmers/developers to coordinate development & delivery of systems. May supervise or provide leadership to staff. #Bachelor¿s Degree and six years of relevant experience or equivalent.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff A13 $70,815 $109,764 Information Technology
IT Project Manager000345

Under moderate supervision, manages, develops, directs andevaluates IT related projects and plans, utilizing accepted projectmanagement methodologies. Develops project plans, including project life cycles, budgets, resource requirements, change management processes, risk management, key milestones,communication mechanisms, test plans, and deliverables. High School Diploma/ GED and five years of relevant experience or an Associate’s degree and three years relevant experience or a Bachelor’s degree and one year of relevant experience.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff A11 $53,546 $82,997 Information Technology
IT Engineer000343

Under moderate supervision, provides advanced technical expertise in the development, coordination and analysis of IT systems. Responsible for working and assisting with the engineering, integration, implementation, and operation of campus information technology hardware and software infrastructure. May develop and use advanced and innovative approaches to developing technology solutions. High School Diploma/ GED and five years of relevant professional experience or an Associate’s degree and three years of relevant professional experience or a Bachelor’s degree and one year of relevant professional experience.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff A11 $53,546 $82,997 Information Technology
IT Support Technician Senior000330

Under moderate supervision, tests and troubleshoots hardwareand/or software problems, makes repairs. May supervise or provide leadership to staff. High School Diploma/GED and three years of relevant experience.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff A09 $41,299 $61,948 Information Technology
IT Associate Programmer000341

Under moderate supervision, works within a standards based collaborative team environment to contribute code, providetechnical support and development expertise to various development projects and computer applications/operating systems. High School Diploma/ GED and five years of relevant professional experience or an Associate’s degree and three years of relevant professional experience or a Bachelor’s degree and one year of relevant professional experience.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff A11 $53,546 $82,997 Information Technology
Postdoctoral Researcher000547

Under the supervision and mentorship of a faculty member, senior researcher or a research team leader, advances his/her training in an individualized research program area, teaching or other aspects of academic work or combination thereof. May develop, design and conduct research efforts in line with a research plan; reviews progress and evaluates results. May formulate research methods and suggests improvements for quality and may serve as part of a design team. On specific occasions, may serve as co-PI. Identifies problems, recommends and implements solutions. Consults with others to refine or adapt methodologies to fit research requirements. Coordinates data collection and screening to verify data. Implements research methodology, conducts data analysis, and interprets results. May perform research related activates in a laboratory setting. May co-author or author publications. May co-present or presents results at meetings and/or conferences. #Doctoral degree conferred at the time of appointment, not to exceed six months from the date of hire. Position is limited term with a typical duration of 1-5 years. Individuals who have served as a postdoctoral fellow/researcher for up to five years in the same area of research are not eligible.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff R4A $47,476 $64,634 Research

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.