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Job TitleJob CodeJob Description and Minimum QualificationsEmployee ClassificationSalary GradeMinimum SalaryMaximum SalaryJob FamilyFLSA StatusEEO - Job Group
Tutor000438

Assist students with coursework, projects, study skills, and test taking to support student academic success. Possess or be in process of obtaining Bachelor¿s degree in area of discipline.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff A05 $26,309 $38,148 Educational Support & Delivery
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
Microscopist000712

Assists and consults scientists, faculty, students, and/or external clients in the design and execution of experimental protocols.  Interacts with customers to understand requirements or gain feedback on acquired images. Conceptualize, develop and deliver complex and tailored individual training responsive to user needs on various microscopes and other equipment.  Manages data collection, may research new analysis methods, and advises researchers on protocol design for the data collection process.  Analyses data, interprets results and trains clients to do so.  Documents new areas of protocol development and related analysis techniques, conclusions, etc.  Monitors and operates highly specialized and sensitive equipment, conducts alignments, works with service technicians in order to keep the facility operating at an efficient and high level of productivity.  May publish or co-author research papers. #PhD in a core science area, materials or related field of study and relevant laboratory experience OR Master's degree and three years of related experience in microscopy and/or use of equipment OR Bachelor's degree and five years of related experience in microscopy and/or use of equipment.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff C07 $49,618 $74,426 Research
Publications Assistant000519

Assists in acquiring manuscripts, including handling correspondence with authors and reviewers, reviewing and providing feedback on manuscript submissions/preparation, and preparing dockets for the editorial committee. Gathers, evaluates and searches for book illustrations, working with authors and others. Obtains the necessary permissions to use illustrations, other art, and text in both print and digital form and determines when adequate permissions are obtained. Handles outside requests to use press publications. Determines appropriate fees and prepares documentation. Review contracts to publish books in digital forms. Files copyright applications; track copyright submissions and resolves copyright problems. Handles processes for book requests for students with disabilities. Performs administrative support duties, including meeting logistics, financial and HR transactions, office maintenance, and administrative reports Bachelor¿s degree and one year experience in a related field.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff A07 $33,297 $48,281 Publishing
Facility Coordinator000321

Assists in the overall operation of a specific building/facility on campus. Ensures that equipment is operational and maintained to meet standards and protocols. Coordinates remodeling and/or new construction projects on building/facility with both on campus and off campus staff. Submits work orders for repair needs on equipment and facility. Responsible for building security and is notified if a building or equipment problem arises after hours. May assist with space allocation within specific building/facility, purchase orders or bid specifications, event set-up, and general housekeeping needs of the building/facility. Bachelor’s degree in a related field and three years of related experience OR a high school diploma and 5 years of related experience.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff A08 $36,710 $55,065 Facilities Planning, Design & Operations
Research Analyst000691

Assists in the preparation of quantitative and qualitative studies across a spectrum of areas (e.g., enrollment, financial reporting, salary studies, etc.) through proofreading, data checking, and performing tests of reasonableness. Utilizes multiple technology applications to collect and/or analyze data and to prepare/present results. Provides staff support for departmental staff, departmental leadership and university committees. Uses content management system to maintain the departmental website, including the design and creation of new content providing efficient dissemination of information to internal and external constituents. Assists with the development of web-based analytical applications and other projects as needed. May supervise students. Bachelor’s degree or associate’s degree and two years of related experience or a high school diploma and four years of related experience.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff A10 $47,493 $71,240 Administrative / Management
Research Project Specialist000557

Assists research team(s) with project implementation, budgets, grants & administrative procedures. Under direction, organizes field work, workshops, conferences and/or educational/research events; drafts materials, scientific papers and/or proposals for presentation, submission, and/or publication. Prepares and may teach program content to engage students, visitors, and/or community members in the research, instruction and service of the unit. May supervise students. Bachelor's OR high school diploma/GED and 3 years of related expereince.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff C04 $34,848 $52,272 Research
Associate Dean000714

Assists the dean in conceptualizing and implementing new strategic direction for the school.  Administers and oversees the design, development and implementation of the school¿s curriculum, and faculty support programs.  Serves as a resource for new and current faculty.  Responsible for managing administrative activities of the School in the Dean¿s absence.  Functions as a liaison between the Dean and staff and students to facilitate faculty reviews, assess staffing needs, preserve academic standards and generally improve the program¿s atmosphere.  Interprets and enforces academic policies and procedures for students, faculty and administrative staff.  This includes, but is not limited to, general education requirements, school and departmental bi-laws, academic probation and disqualification, academic and scholarly misconduct, residency issues, etc.  Assists in the resolution of academic issues as presented to the Deans Office.  Typically chairs or represents the School on selected committees and boards.  Has programmatic oversight and coordinates with Assistant Dean¿s and administrative staff on policy and administration issues.  May teach courses and conduct research and/or scholarly activities as related to the area of discipline.  #Terminal degree in a field to the related discipline.  Five years of leadership or executive level administration.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff A14 $83,344 $133,351 Administrative / Management
Associate Dean/Chair/Professor020801

Assists the dean in conceptualizing and implementing new strategic direction for the school. Administers and oversees the design, development and implementation of the school¿s curriculum, and faculty support programs. Serves as a resource for new and current faculty. Responsible for managing administrative activities of the School in the Dean¿s absence. Functions as a liaison between the Dean and staff and students to facilitate faculty reviews, assess staffing needs, preserve academic standards and generally improve the program¿s atmosphere. Interprets and enforces academic policies and procedures for students, faculty and administrative staff. This includes, but is not limited to, general education requirements, school and departmental bi-laws, academic probation and disqualification, academic and scholarly misconduct, residency issues, etc. Assists in the resolution of academic issues as presented to the Deans Office. Typically chairs or represents the School on selected committees and boards. Has programmatic oversight and coordinates with Assistant Dean¿s and administrative staff on policy and administration issues. May teach courses and conduct research and/or scholarly activities as related to the area of discipline. #Terminal degree in a field to the related discipline. Five years of leadership or executive level administration. Responsible for the administration of an academic department including oversight on all courses offered and who teaches them, supervising staff, assigning merit to faculty, holding departmental meetings, implementing school and department policies, etc. and reports directly to the Dean. In addition, performs instruction, research and service in an institution of higher education. Senior level faculty tenured position. May be eligible for sabbatical leave. Ph.D. is required or equivalent terminal degree.

F-Faculty n/a $0 $0
Laboratory Technologist000431

Assists with day-to-day operation of teaching and/or research spaces. Handles equipment and/or technology inventory and scheduling or loaning processes. Supports training of faculty, staff, and students. Operates and provides technical support for equipment, instrumentation, and other technological resources. May assist with security. Science (Bio/Chem/Phys):Bachelor¿s degree in field specific to discipline with one year of related experience. Engineering: High school/GED and 3 years related experience OR Bachelor¿s and 1 year related experience OR Master¿s degree in field related to discipline.

U-Unclassified Professional Staff A08 $36,710 $55,065 Educational Support & Delivery

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.