Faculty Positions

This page is primarily for faculty positions and will be updated as positions become available and are filled.

These openings are only for full time faculty or full time visiting faculty positions. If you are interested in adjunct positions, please contact the appropriate academic department.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes. If you would like to submit your information in response to a position you see listed on our Job Openings page, please reference the title of the positions for which you are applying and send it to the address indicated in the ad.

Resumes that do not identify the positions for which the candidate is applying will not be considered. Thank you for your interest in Rockhurst University.

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Visiting Assistant Professor

Department of Theology

Rockhurst University invites applications for a full-time, one-year, non-tenure track position of Visiting Assistant Professor in the Department of Theology and Religious Studies, with possible renewal.

Candidate must possess a doctorate and be able to teach Christianity I and II. Responsibilities involve a 4/3 teaching load and participation in the Department. Preference given to candidate with a track record of effective teaching.

All submissions (a letter of interest, CV and supporting documentation) must be sent electronically to daniel.stramara@rockhurst.edu. Please have three letters of recommendation e-mailed as pdfs directly to Dr. Stramara, Jr., Chair, Department of Theology & Religious Studies, Rockhurst University. All materials must be received by June 1, 2013. Rockhurst University uses E-verify and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Visiting Assistant Professor

Department of Communication and Fine Arts

Rockhurst University Department of Communication and Fine Arts invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor beginning August 2013. Candidate will have an earned MFA degree; demonstrated record of proficiency in university classroom teaching; 3D studio art (sculpture and ceramics); and proficiency in digital media with evidence of an agenda of scholarship and/or creative activity. Teaching responsibilities will include introductory and advanced courses in sculpture, ceramics and digital media.

Interested candidates should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, summaries of teaching evaluations, graduate transcript, names and contact information of three references, and other supporting materials. Review of applications will begin April 30 and will continue until position is filled.

Electronic applications preferred: susan.proctor@rockhurst.edu

Dr. Susan Proctor

Chair, Department of Communication and Fine Arts

Rockhurst University

1100 Rockhurst Road

Kansas City, MO  64110

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Visiting Assistant Professor

Department of Mathematics and Physics

The Department of Mathematics and Physics at Rockhurst University invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor of Mathematics position. The position is renewable up to three years beginning in August 2013. We are a collaborative department that actively engages students in the learning process and promotes innovative teaching styles, the use of technology in the classroom, and undergraduate research.

Candidates must have a strong commitment to excellence in teaching. Teaching responsibilities will include the full range of undergraduate mathematics courses and mentoring some student research projects.

Candidates with a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Mathematics or Mathematics Education (ABD is acceptable) and teaching experience at the college level will be given priority.  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Please forward a curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, statements of teaching philosophy and research interests with examples of projects that could accommodate students, and unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts electronically to:

Dr. Paula Shorter
Associate Professor of Mathematics, Rockhurst University
paula.shorter@rockhurst.edu

Rockhurst University is one of 28 Jesuit colleges and universities in the United States.  Reflecting its Catholic and Jesuit roots, Rockhurst seeks to develop the very best in the minds and hearts of men and women who will be leaders in service.  The University of 3000 students is located in the cultural and artistic center of the racially and ethnically diverse Kansas City metropolitan area.  For more information about Rockhurst, please visit our website at www.rockhurst.edu.  Rockhurst is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity.  Rockhurst is also an E-Verify employer.

Assistant Professor of Biology (Tenure-Track Teaching Position)

Department of Biology

The Department of Biology at Rockhurst University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning in the fall of 2013. Candidates should be trained in biology and demonstrate both interest and experience in teaching and undergraduate research.  Experience teaching cadaver-based Gross Anatomy and/or Human Anatomy is strongly preferred.  Teaching responsibilities will include graduate-level Gross Anatomy and dissection lab, undergraduate-level human anatomy, and additional biology courses, depending on experience and interest.

Candidates with a Ph.D. or equivalent degree (ABD is acceptable), teaching experience, and a verifiable record of research in the biological sciences will be given priority.  Review of applications will begin November 19th, 2012.  The position will remain open until filled.

Please forward a curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, statements of teaching philosophy and research interests, and unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts to: 

Dr. Mindy Walker
Associate Professor of Biology
Rockhurst University
1100 Rockhurst Road
Kansas City, Missouri 64110
mindy.walker@rockhurst.edu

Electronic submission is preferred.

Rockhurst University is one of 28 Jesuit colleges and universities in the United States.  Reflecting its Catholic and Jesuit roots, Rockhurst seeks to develop the very best in the minds and hearts of men and women who will be leaders in service.  The University of 3000 students is located in the cultural and artistic center of the racially and ethnically diverse Kansas City metropolitan area.  For more information about Rockhurst, please visit our website at www.rockhurst.edu.  Rockhurst is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity.

Tenure-Track Faculty Position

Department of Occupational Therapy

The Department of Occupational Therapy at Rockhurst University, a Catholic Jesuit University in Kansas City, Mo., announces the search for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position beginning in August 2013.  The appointment combines teaching responsibilities with scholarship and service commensurate with academic life. 

Qualifications include: 

  • occupational therapist with PhD or post-professional doctorate (consideration will also be given to candidates who have made substantial progress toward the completion of a doctorate);
  • two or more years of clinical experience;
  • previous teaching experience; 
  • eligibility for licensure in Mo. or Kan. 

Salary, rank, and benefits will be determined based upon experience and qualifications. 

Submit a letter of intention, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and names, email addresses and telephone numbers of three professional references to:

Liz Zayat, MS OTR/L
Chair, Search Committee
Department of Occupational Therapy Education
Rockhurst University
1100 Rockhurst Road, Kansas City, MO  64110. 

Electronic applications preferred. Review will begin Oct. 15 and continue until the position is filled. Rockhurst University is an institution focused on learning, leadership and service. We value diversity and demonstrate this in campus initiatives. For more information about Rockhurst, please visit our website at www.rockhurst.edu. Rockhurst is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Department Chair

Communication Sciences and Disorders

The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at Rockhurst University invites applications for the position of Department Chair.  Individuals should possess a doctoral degree in speech-language pathology or closely related field. We seek a leader with innovative ideas for speech-language pathology undergraduate and graduate education in the twenty first century. Graduates of this accredited program exceed the national average pass rates on the Praxis examination and are highly sought for employment. 

Qualifications: The successful Department Chair applicant will have a demonstrated history of academic achievements in teaching, scholarship, and service and will have served as a full-time faculty member in a program that offers a graduate speech-language pathology degree for a minimum of six years. Responsibilities of this position will include teaching, engaging in scholarly activities, mentoring faculty, program development and leadership, and overseeing accreditation requirements. Applicants with areas of expertise in speech science, neurology, traumatic brain injury, or anatomy are preferred but all areas of expertise will be considered.

Application Procedure: Review of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until position is filled. Please submit letter of application, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references in electronic format (PDF or Word) to: pamela.hart@rockhurst.edu

If unable to submit electronically, please mail requested materials to:

Dr. Pamela Hart
Chairperson, Communication Sciences and Disorders Chair Search Committee
Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders
Rockhurst University
1100 Rockhurst Road
Kansas City, Missouri  64110

Rockhurst University, a Catholic, Jesuit University, is located in the cultural and artistic center of the racially and ethnically diverse Kansas City, Missouri metropolitan area.  Rockhurst is an institution focused on learning, leadership and service.  We value diversity and demonstrate this in campus initiatives.  Rockhurst is an Equal Opportunity Employer and uses E-Verify.

Physics Lab Manager

The Department of Mathematics and Physics at Rockhurst University invites applicants for a non tenure-track physics lab manager position to begin July15, 2013. The department has six full-time faculty members and emphasizes inquiry based laboratory experiences for our undergraduates.   A Master’s Degree or equivalent experience is preferred.   The primary responsibilities of this position will include:

  • Coordinate lab equipment/materials for all labs:  new and existing physics courses that require equipment (hardware/software + lab equipment) for interactive classes and labs
  • Assist physics faculty with set-up of equipment for use in hands-on physics lecture courses
  • Coordinate lab schedule so equipment can be used efficiently in all labs and classes
  • Teach 3 – 6 labs per semester depending on physics program needs
  • Train physics lab adjuncts
  • Develop lab curriculum to integrate labs with faculty lecture course content
  • Align physics lab content with current physics pedagogy
  • Supervise lab and shop safety:  maintenance, building and repair. 
  • Identify/purchase/stock lab equipment in common areas for access.
  • Manage student lab assistants

Applications will be reviewed beginning October 1, 2012 until the position is filled.  Please submit 1) a cover letter summarizing your experience and interest in the position, 2) a current resume/CV including names and contact information for three references and 3) official transcripts from undergraduate and graduate education to:

Nancy Donaldson, Ph.D
Professor and Chair, Department of Mathematics and Physics
Rockhurst University
nancy.donaldson@rockhurst.edu

Rockhurst University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and uses E-Verify.

Chairperson: Department of Exercise and Sport Science

The Department of Exercise and Sports science is looking for a department chair to supervise approved curriculum, teach and continue development of the exercise science program. The position is a full-time, tenure-track, nine-month appointment to begin August 19, 2013.

Qualifications:

A Ph.D. or equivalent in exercise physiology, exercise science, kinesiology or related field required. Three to five years experience in an academic setting, with administrative experience, a demonstrated record of proficiency in higher education teaching, and experience in grant-writing is strongly preferred. The candidate must be able to work collegially and collaboratively with both internal and external stakeholders.  Strong leadership, communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities:

Administration of program, oversee curriculum, teach exercise science courses, develop practicum sites, oversee budget, manage adjuncts, advise students, provide service to University and community, collaborate with other departments, represent Rockhurst University to external community.

Application Procedure:

Review of applicants will begin October 15, 2012 and continue until the position is filled.  Submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae/resume, and three references to:

James Millard, Ph.D.
Interim Dean, School of Graduate and Professional Studies.
Rockhurst University
1100 Rockhurst Road
Kansas City, Missouri  64110 

Rockhurst University is located in the cultural and artistic center of the racially and ethnically diverse Kansas City, Missouri metropolitan area and we enroll approximately 3000 students.  For more information about Rockhurst, please visit our website at www.rockhurst.edu.  Rockhurst is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity.