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Posted: 10-Jan-26
Location: Lawrence, Kansas
Type: Full-time
Position OverviewThe Bachelor of Health Sciences Program at the University of Kansas (KU) is housed in the KU School of Professional Studies (SPS), which is located on the KU Edwards Campus (KUEC) in Overland Park, Kansas in the Kansas City Metropolitan area. KUEC has been a KU presence in Kansas City for 30 years, playing a crucial role in the Greater KC professional community. The campus now offers more than 80 undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificates with classes geared toward working professionals, available in the evening, online and in-person.
The KU School of Professional Studies (SPS) was created in 2019 with a vision to transform students' lives and improve communities through innovative, student-focused, and exemplary academic programs that lead to rewarding careers in an array of fields that serve the workforce needs of Kansas and beyond. The school offers a variety of disciplines, course formats, class schedules, student services, aid, and more to meet the needs of students who may work full-time, have considerable commitments outside of the classroom, have prior college-level education or otherwise need a different approach to earning academic credentials. SPS continues to launch new degree programs aimed at supporting the needs of future students and is poised for significant growth over the next five years.
KUEC and SPS have a reputation for employing innovative teaching techniques and serving the unique needs of non-traditional students. KUEC and SPS faculty enjoy an interdisciplinary and collaborative atmosphere focused on supporting faculty in building rewarding careers while improving the success of students we teach. Employees typically enjoy a hybrid work environment, providing sufficient flexibility for a healthy work-life balance.
KU's online Bachelor of Health Sciences is a degree completion program for undergraduate students who have completed an associate's degree or equivalent hours that provides students hoping to enter health science professions the opportunity to strengthen their background in content related to their anticipated healthcare profession. The program also lets students explore elective courses that help them concentrate their knowledge in areas including nutrition, public and population health, and health management and policy.
The KU Bachelor of Science in Nutrition is a new degree that will launch in Fall 2026, in person at the Lawrence campus, and hybrid (online and in-person courses) at the KU Edwards Campus in Overland Park.
Job DescriptionThe Director of the Health Sciences program in the School of Professional Studies invites applications for a non-tenure track position at the rank of Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of the Practice. This faculty position is expected to teach in the Bachelor of Science in Nutrition program as well as the Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences programs and corresponding Minors. Courses are offered at the Edwards Campus in Overland Park, on the Lawrence campus, and online. The candidate will be expected to teach in various formats such as in-person and online.
The appointment is a Fiscal Year (12-month) appointment with an initial term of 3 years, with a typical course load of 3 classes each fall and spring semester and 2 courses each summer semester. Subsequent appointments may be offered, contingent upon a satisfactory comprehensive performance evaluation during the final year of this appointment and approval of the Dean of the School of Professional Studies.
KU offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports health, life, retirement, and more. Learn more at
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KU's excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our faculty, staff, students, and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU, we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each other's success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen, heard and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging, we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things.
This position serves the education needs of a Johnson County Education Research Triangle (JCERT) program. Specific percentages of effort for JCERT are determined each year. The KU Edwards Campus is in Overland Park, Kansas.
Learn more about the Health Sciences program at https://edwardscampus.ku.edu/healthsciences.
Duties and Responsibilities: Teaching -75%. Serve as faculty in the Health Sciences program. The courses must meet the curricular needs of the program.
Develop and teach eight (8) courses per year.
- Prepare for and attend all class meetings; Develop assignments, design class activities, respond to and evaluate student work in a timely manner, assign grades. Adhere to School of Professional Studies and university policies.
- Develop and update syllabi, study guides, instructor's guides, test questions, tests, and web-based material. Participate in regular meetings with instructors and staff as needed. Assist in the development and implementation of technology and student-centered pedagogies in courses. Hold regular office hours for students involved in classes taught.
- Adhere to School of Professional Studies, Edwards Campus, and university policies and procedures.
Work collaboratively with faculty in the Health Sciences Program and School of Professional Studies to ensure that curriculum continues to meet the needs of our students, school, university, and transfer pipelines. Engage with local community college faculty to ensure strong transfer pipelines and clear curriculum goals for each institution. Engage with agencies and employers and other workforce planners to determine workforce needs of the future and translate those needs into academic curriculum given discipline standards. Ensures continued relevance of the curriculum to meet student needs.
Service - 25% - All faculty members are expected to mentor undergraduate students. Faculty are expected to perform service to the program's constituent communities: the program, the School of Professional Studies, the University, the metro area, the State, the Nation, and the profession.
- All teaching faculty are expected to be members of appropriate unit-level undergraduate committees, and other committees as appropriate.
Required QualificationsEvidence of the following qualifications must be reflected in application materials and interview process:
- Minimum master's degree in nutrition or closely related discipline. A master's degree in other fields may be considered if combined with three or more years of professional experience as a Registered Dietitian/Registered Dietitian Nutritionist or other fields directly relevant to the teaching assignment.
- Experience teaching at the college level, including online teaching.
- Experience teaching undergraduate nutrition courses and potentially other relevant health sciences courses that align with program needs.
- Demonstrated written communication skills as evidenced in application materials.
Rank of position will be determined based upon years of qualified experience:
- The entry-level rank is for Assistant Professor of the Practice with 3 - 5 years of nutrition-related professional experience.
- Associate Professor of the Practice candidates must have 6 - 15 years of nutrition-related professional experience.
- Professor of the Practice candidates must have more than 15 years of nutrition-related professional experience.
This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have the foundational knowledge and skill set required to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is based on accreditation requirements, institutional standards of academic and professional excellence, alignment with peer institution benchmarks, and contributes to the credibility and effectiveness of the role within the university community.
Jessica Provost,
jprovost@ku.eduAdditional Candidate InstructionOnly complete application packages submitted online will be considered. A complete online application will include:- A cover letter addressing how required and preferred qualifications are met.
- Resume or curriculum vitae.
- Contact information for three professional references.
Application review begins 02/11/2026 and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants is identified.
#LI-AM1Advertised Salary RangeCommensurate with Experience; Starting salary at $80,000
Application Review Begins11-Feb-2026
Anticipated Start Date04-May-2026
Primary CampusUniv of Kansas Edwards Campus
FTE1.0
Reg/TempRegular
Employee ClassF-Faculty
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