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Unclassified Faculty and Administrative/Service Position Vacancies
Kansas State University is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks diversity among its employees. The faculty positions on this Vacancy List involve teaching, research and other creative endeavors, extension, directed service, and non-directed service. The administrative/service positions range from persons performing academic support, student services and institutional support services to persons whose assignments involve primary and major responsibility for management of the institution or a department or subdivision thereof.
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NOTICE: A Criminal Background Check will be required for all candiates selected for hire.
Effective September 1, 2008, Kansas State University will implement its Criminal Background Check Policy and Procedures for the final candidate who is offered a full or part-time position. The policy and procedures does not apply to individuals offered temporary or limited term positions lasting for six months or less; positions filled by a vendor or contractor; hourly student employees; interns; and unpaid volunteers.
Positions will be removed from this list 30 days after screening begins. Positions preceded by an asterisk ( ) have a firm deadline for applications.
Departments are listed alphabetically.
Updated Weekly
Last Update: November 18, 2009
**There is a campus-wide hiring freeze for faculty and staff positions supported by the state general fund. Positions that are funded from grants are exempt from the hiring freeze; therefore, please contact the departments to determine the status of positions on this list**
FOR DEPARTMENTS:
Classified and unclassified temporary and grant-funded positions are exempt from the hiring freeze. For all other positions, regardless of funding and where you are in the employment process, we will need specific written approval from the President, Provost or Vice Presidents Shubert or Bosco or their designee. The written approvals can be in the form of an e-mail or letter with their signature. Obviously, if you've already offered a position to someone, we will honor that without specific authorization. Affirmative Action will have a record of authorizations granted prior to the hiring freeze.
Please obtain written approval from the President, Provost, or Vice Presidents Shubert or Bosco or their designee to begin a search, authorize interviews or offer a position.
Due to the hiring freeze, we are returning search documents. Please obtain written approval from the President, Provost or Vice Presidents Shubert or Bosco or their designee.
2506. Accounting: Assistant or Associate Professor (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Ph.D. in Accounting or Ph.D. in related ware with experience and/or education in accounting required, ABD near completion will be considered, term position. Screening of applications begins January 15, 2010 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Stacy Kovar 785-532-6083. For position see: http://www.cba.ksu.edu/DocumentView.aspx?DID=164
2872. Advanced Manufacturing Institute: Associate Engineer/Finite Element Analyst (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Agricultural Engineering and one year experience with finite element analysis of machine components and/or structures required, Master's degree preferred, term position. Screening of applications began October 30, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Taylor Jones 785-532-7044. For position announcement see: http://www.amisuccess.com/employment/fe_analyst.asp
2891. Agronomy: Research Assistant: (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Master's degree in Statistics, Statistical Genetics, or Quantitative Genetics, experience in computer simulation, statistical analysis, and microarray analysis required, term position. Screening of applications begins November 25, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Brittany Green 785-532-6101.
2890. Anatomy & Physiology: Post Doctoral Fellow (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Physiology required, prior experience with laboratory animals, stem cells, nanotechnology, or cancer research preferred, term position. Screening of applications began November 16, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Barbara Lutjemeier 785-532-4502.
2870. Art: Assistant Professor (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Master of Fine Arts required, experience and ability in research and teaching in an extra medium is preferred, tenure-track position. Screening of applications begins January 15, 2010 and continues until the position if filled. Contact Teresa Schmidt 785-532-6019 or email tempero@ksu.edu.
2871. Arts & Sciences Dean's office: Academic Coordinator (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE)
Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree with at least one degree in a liberal arts and sciences discipline, regular position. Screening of applications began October 30, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Shirley Olson 785-532-0343. For position announcement see: http://www.k-state.edu/artsci/AcademicCoordinator.pdf
2873. Biology: Postdoctoral Research Associate (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Ph. D. or equivalent in Entomology, Biology or Public Health is required, experience in wok ring with mosquitoes and a strong background in vector biology and parasite-host interactions required, a strong background with microscopy methods is preferred, term position. Screening of applications begins December 15, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Kristin Michel 785-532-0161. For position announcement see: http://www.ksu.edu/biology/position_openings/michel_pd.html
2857. Biology: Assistant Professor (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Ph.D. or equivalent and postdoctoral training required, Tenure-track position. Screening of applications began November 16, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Stephen K. Chapes 785-532-6795 or email skcbiol@ksu.edu. For position announcement see: http://www.ksu.edu/biology/position2.html
2850. Biology: Assistant Professor (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Ph.D. or equivalent and post-doctoral training required, tenure-track position. Screening of applications began November 16, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Dr. Rollie Clem 785-532-3172. For position announcement see: http://www.k-state.edu/biology/position1.html
2876. Catalyst-College of Education: Program Assistant-Audio/Video Production (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Bachelor's degree, experience in audio-video production software required, Experience in Macintosh Operating System environment and production use of Final Cut Pro and Studio Pro software preferred, term position. Screening of applications began November 15, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Mary Hammel 785-532-5893. For position announcement see: http://www.coe.ksu.edu/about/positions
2878. Chemistry: Research Associate: (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Ph.D. in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, or related fields by the time of appointment required, two years of experience with electronic structure (quantum chemical) methods preferred, term position. Screening of applications begins November 30, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Christine Aikens 785-532-0954.
2859. Chemistry: Assistant Professor (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Ph.D. in Chemistry or closely related field required, postdoctoral research experience preferred, Tenured-Track position. Screening of applications begins December 1, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Professor Stefan H. Bossmann 785-532-6817or email sbossman@ksu.edu. For position announcement see: http://www.ksu.edu/chem/news/positions.html
2875. Clinical Sciences: Assistant Professor/Clinical Assistant Professor (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) DVM or equivalent degree with a completed residence in large animal surgery required, eligible for certification or Board Certified as a large Animal Surgeon by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons preferred, term position. Screening of applications begins December 18, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Dr. Elizabeth Davis 785-532-5700. For position announcement see: http://www.vet.k-state.edu/employment/LA_emerg_clin.htm
2891.Communication Studies, Theatre & Dance: Instructor/Assistant Debate Coach (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Masters degree required, Master's degree in Communications is preferred, term position. Screening of applications begins January 4, 2010. Contact Charlie Griffin 785-532-6875.
2882. Computing and Telecom Services: Network Specialist/Network Systems Analyst (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Associates degree in a computer related field and three years relevant experience required, Bachelor's degree in a computer related field preferred, regular position. Screening of applications began November 17, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Viki Horan 785-532-2510. For position announcement see: http://www.k-state.edu/cts/employment/networkanalyst.html
2879. Continuing Education Dean's Office: Coordinator/Market Research (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Bachelor's Degree in marketing or related field and two years experience in marketing or related field required, five years experience in Marketing or related field preferred, regular position. Screening of applications began November 9, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Ruth Williams or Marla Wood 785-532-5644. For position announcement see: http://www.dce.k-state.edu/about/employment/market-research-position.shtml
2880. Continuing Education Dean's Office: Coordinator/Fort Riley (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Bachelor's degree and familiarity with military organizations and practices required, Master's degree preferred, regular position. Screening of applications began November 9, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Ruth Williams or Marla Wood 785-532-5644. For position announcement see: http://www.dce.k-state.edu/about/employment/coordinator-position-riley.shtml
2897. Diagnostic Medicine/Pathobiology: Post-Doctoral Fellow (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Ph.D. in Molecular Biology or related field, experience in Molecular Biology, cell culture, cloning techniques, and one year laboratory experience required, DVM, prion/TSE experience and animal handling for mice/cattle preferred, term position. Screening of applications begins December 4, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Dr. Juergen Richt 785-532-4408.
2849. Digital Initiatives-K-State Libraries: Programmer 1 (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Bachelors degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Information Systems or related field required, regular position. Screening of applications has been extended to October 30, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Michelle Bowen 785-532-5671. For position announcement see: http://www.lib.k-state.edu/jobs/programmer09.html
*2895. Engineering: Administrative Assistant- (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) and two years experience in administrative and/or public relations work required, regular position. Deadline for applications is December 7, 2009. Contact Dr. Gary Clark 785-532-5590. For position announcement see: http://www.engg.ksu.edu/employment
2877. Economics: Assistant Professor (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Ph.D. or Ph.D. expected by Fall 2010 required, tenure track position. Screening of applications began November 16, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact William Blankenau 785-532-7357. For position announcement see: http://www.k-state.edu/economics/position.htm
2862. Education- CIMA Center: Instructor (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Master's in Education, ESL Endorsement, 5 years experience teaching diverse populations and doing curriculum development required, 9-month term position. Screening of applications began November 2, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Susan Erichsen 785-532-5551. For position announcement see: http://www2.coe.ksu.edu/esl/employment.html
2847. English: Assistant Professor (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Master's of Fine Art and expertise in fiction writing required, Ph.D. (ABD considered) in Creative Writing preferred, Tenure Track position. Screening of applications began November 2, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Karin E. Westman 785-532-2190. For position announcement see: http://www.k-state.edu/english/positions/
2847. English: Assistant Professor (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Ph.D. in English (ABD considered) with focus on children's literature required, Tenure Track position. Screening of applications began November 2, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Karin E. Westman 785-532-2190. For position announcement see: http://www.k-state.edu/english/positions/
2886. English Language Program: Program Support Assistant (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Bachelor's degree, proficiency in Mandarin Chinese, proficiency in English, and experience working with international students required, experience in on-line/distance programs and a Masters degree preferred, regular position. Screening of applications began November 16, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Leena Chakrabarti 785-532-7324.
2874. Family Studies and Human Services: Program Assistant (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Bachelor's degree in Social Science, English, Business, or Marketing required, Master's degree and experience with and/or knowledge of military family support programs preferred, term position. Screening of applications began November 2, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Sandra Stith 785-532-4377. For position announcement see: http://www.humec.ksu.edu/employment/air-force-project-program-assistant.php
2861. General Counsel Office of: Assistant/Associate General Counsel (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) J. D. from an accredited law school, admission to practice in Kansas, and 2 years of law practice experience required, regular position. Related work experience and litigation experience required for Associate, preferred for Assistant. Screening of applications began November 12, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Cheryl G. Strecker 785-532-5730. For position announcement see: http://www.k-state.edu/attys/positionannouncement.pdf
2860. Info Technology Assistance Center: Micro Computer Support Technician (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Associates Degree, two years related coursework, or employment experience in information technology, 3 years hands-on experience in the configuration and administration of desktop operating systems for users in a multi-user LAN environment required. A bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field is preferred. This position is a regular position. Screening of applications began October 23, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Viki Horan 785-532-2510. For position announcement see: http://www.k-state.edu/itac/iTACMSTPositionAnnouncement.pdf
*2752 Intercollegiate Athletics: Trainer/Assistant Athletics Trainer (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Bachelor's degree in related field, current NATA certification and three years experience in providing athletic training services in a NCAA Division I setting required, master's degree in related field preferred, term position. Deadline for applications is November 20, 2009. Contact Matt Thomason 785-532-6384.
2794. Interior Architecture & Product Design: Assistant or Associate Professor (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Master's degree in Interior Architecture/Interior Design, Architecture or related design field required, tenure-track position. Screening of applications begins January 15, 2010 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Neal Hubbell 785-532-5992. For position announcement see: http://capd.ksu.edu/about/employment/iapd-faculty-position
*2889. K-State Athletics, Inc: Associate Director/Associate Athletics Director for Capital Support (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Public Relations, Communications or related field eight years experience in higher education development or intercollegiate athletics-related sales experience required, Master's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Public Relations, Communications or related field preferred, term position. Deadline for applications is November 27, 2009. Contact Cindy Williams 785-532-6586.
2893. 2883. K-State Center for Child Development: Teaching Assistant/Assistant Teacher (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) High School diploma or GED required with the expectation of actively pursuing Center Based Child Development Associate credential at center's expense, Center Based Child Development Associate credential or AA in ECE preferred, term position. Must be able to pass KBI background check, physical and TB test. Screening of applications begins December 10, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Kim Piper 785-532-6577.
2895. K-State Center for Child Development: Lead Teacher (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) CDA, 12 hours of college level course work in Early Childhood, or AA in Early Childhood Education, able to pass KBI background check, physical and TB test required, term position. Screening of applications begins November 23, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Kim Piper 785-532-6577.
2883. K-State Center for Child Development: Teaching Assistant/Assistant Teacher (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) High School diploma or GED required with the expectation of actively pursuing Center Based Child Development Associate credential at center's expense, Center Based Child Development Associate credential or AA in ECE preferred, term position. Must be able to pass KBI background check, physical and TB test. Screening of applications began November 13, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Kim Piper 785-532-6577.
2881. K-State Research & Extension 4-H Youth Development: Extension Associate INTERNAL SEARCH (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Bachelor's degree, five years of field experience in Kansas, and experience working in Extension 4-H Youth Development programming required, experience with the national 4-H GIS/GPS learning community preferred, term position. Screening of applications began November 9, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Dr. Gary Gerhard 785-532-5800. For position announcement see: http://www.ksre.ksu.edu/DesktopDefault.aspx?tabid=31#bachelor
2793. Lafene Health Center: Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE)
Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner current or eligible for licensure in the State of Kansas required, regular position. Screening of applications began November 2, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Curtis Wolfe M.D. 785-532-6544.
*2884. Landscape Architecture/Regional and Community Planning: Assistant Professor (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Ph.D. in Planning required, tenure-track position. Deadline for applications is January 11, 2010. Contact John Keller 785-532-2441. For position announcement see: http://capd.ksu.edu/media/pdfs/jobs/assistant-professor-of-regional-and-community-planning-2-positions.pdf
2885. Landscape Architecture/Regional and Community Planning: Assistant Professor (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Master's degree in Landscape Architecture or a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture with a terminal degree in a closely allied profession required, Ph.D. and/or professional experience, with professional licensure/certification preferred, tenure-track position. Screening of applications begins January 15, 2010 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Tim Keane 785-532-2439. For position announcement see: http://capd.ksu.edu/media/pdfs/jobs/assistant-professor-of-landscape-architecture.pdf
2894. Leadership Studies: Coordinator of Student Services and Communications (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Bachelor's degree, three years experience in recruitment and retention at the collegiate level required, regular position. Screening of applications begins November 30, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Mary Kay Siefers 785-532-6099. For position announcement see: http://www.k-state.edu/leadership/documents/PositionDescription.doc
2892. Mathematics: Visiting Assistant Professor (Two positions) (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Ph.D. in Mathematics or a Ph.D. dissertation accepted with only formalities to be completed required by appointment date, term position. Screening of applications begins 12/1/2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Chuck Moore 785-532-0576. For position announcement see: http://www.math.ksu.edu/main/jobs/2010-08
2863. Mathematics: Assistant Professor (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Ph.D. in Mathematics is required, postdoctoral experience preferred, tenure-track position. Screening of applications began November 1, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Chuck Moore 785-532-0576. For position announcement see: http://www.math.ksu.edu/main/jobs/20100808
2888. Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering: Research Associate (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Master's degree in Computer Science or Mechanical Engineering and experience with C++, open GLand GUI design and development skill required, Ph.D. degree in Computer Science or mechanical Engineering, experience with parallel computing, and finite element programming preferred, term position. Screening of applications begins December 1, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Youqi Wang 785-532-7181 or email youqi@ksu.edu or Dan Swenson swenson@ksu.edu. For position announcement see: http://www.mne.ksu.edu/news-events/positions/research-associate/Announcement%20-2009.doc/view
2838. Mechanical & Nuclear Engineering: Nuclear Reactor Facility Manager (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Bachelor's degree and experience with a research reactor required, Master's degree in Nuclear Reactor facility preferred, regular position. Equivalent training and experience in reactor design, theory, and operations will be considered in lieu of degree. Screening of applications began November 1, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Ken Shultis 785-532-5626. For position announcement see: http://www.mne.ksu.edu/news-events/positions/nuclear-reactor-facility-manager
2896. Music: Assistant Professor Organ/Keyboards (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Master's degree, high level of performing abilities on organ/keyboard, and collaborative keyboard experience required, Ph.D. preferred, tenure-track position. Screening of applications begins February 1, 2010 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Dr. Jacqueline Kerstetter 785-532-3812.
2893. Physics: Research Associate (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Ph.D. or equivalent in Physics or Chemistry required, Background in Theoretical Atomic or Molecular Physics preferred, term position. Screening of applications begins December 15, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Brett Esry 785-532-1620. For position announcement see: http://www.phys.ksu.edu/main/jobs/2009/theo-amo-res-assoc.html
2839. Physics: Post-Doctoral Research Associate (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Ph.D. and research experience in Experimental Particle Physics required, term position. Screening of applications began November 1, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Andrew Ivanov 785-532-1699. For position announcement see: http://www.phys.ksu.edu/main/jobs/2009/ivanov-postdoc.html
2858. Plant Pathology: Research Associate (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Genetics or other related disciplines with experience in plant genomics, and knowledge of experimental techniques and approaches used in molecular biology and genomics required, ability to perform statistical analyses using SAS or R packages and experience with MySQl/Access databases preferred, term position. Screening of applications began October 26, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Eduard Akhunov 785-532-1342. For position announcement see:
http://www.plantpath.ksu.edu/DesktopModules/ViewDocument.aspx?DocumentId=1069
2677. Plant Pathology: Research Associate (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Master's in Molecular Biology, Genetics or related field, 1 year experience in Molecular Biology including experience in DNA isolation and handling, PCR, gel electrophoresis and molecular cloning required, knowledge of Linux is preferred, term position. Screening of applications began October 19, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Eduard Akhunov 785-532-1342. For position announcement see: http://www.plantpath.ksu.edu/DesktopDefault.aspx?tabid=486
2855. President's Office: Vice President for Communications and Marketing (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING
FREEZE) Experience leading integrated marketing and research initiatives and creating image delivery systems across complex organizations required, Ph.D. is preferred but an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered, regular position. Screening of applications began November 9, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Dr. Virginia Moxley 785-532-5500. For position announcement see: http://www.k-state.edu/president/jobs/
2887. Sociology, Anthropology, & Social Work: Assistant Professor (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Ph.D. by start date Fall 2010 in Anthropology required, field work in an Asian country or adjacent areas preferred, 9-month tenure-track position. Screening of applications begins November 30, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Harald Prins 785-776-3876 or email prins@ksu.edu. For position announcement see: http://ksuanth.weebly.com/position-announcement.html
2867. Sociology, Anthropology, & Social Work: Assistant Professor (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) A Ph.D. in Sociology with a specialization in Criminology, or Ph.D. in Criminology required, tenure-track position. Screening of applications began November 15, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact L. Susan Williams 785-532-6865. For position announcement see: http://www.ksu.edu/sasw/positions.htm
2853. Statistics: Assistant Professor (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Ph.D. in Statistics or related area with Ph.D. dissertation research in Statistics or Bio statistics required, Tenure-Track position. Screening of applications begins January 4, 2010 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Gary Gadbury 785-532-0526. For position announcement see: http://www.k-state.edu/stats/2008_announcement.htm
2868. Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory: Staff Assistant/Receiving Supervisor (EXEMPT FROM THE HIRING FREEZE) Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience required, education and or experience with animals, computer applications, and personnel office management preferred, term position. Screening of applications began October 31, 2009 and continues until the position is filled. Contact Dr. Gary Anderson 785-532-4454.