Program Director/Lecturer (Technology Administration)

Washburn University•Topeka, KS

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Washburn University's School of Applied Studies invites applications for a Program Director and Lecturer in the Technology Administration program. This is a 9-month, non-tenure track position starting August 1, 2026, or as negotiated. The role requires a demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence and inclusive teaching practices. The Technology Administration program focuses on the application of technology in various administrative fields, aiming to equip students with theoretical, practical, and critical thinking skills for careers in technology resources management, project management, and operations management. The program is designed for students with an applied associate degree background to develop into team leaders, supervisors, or managers. It is delivered fully online and asynchronously to accommodate adult learners. Washburn University is a teaching-focused, student-centered public institution in Topeka, known for its high-impact programs for first-generation students. The university employs over one thousand faculty and staff and offers competitive wages, benefits, and a supportive work/life balance, striving to embody its core values of inclusion, modernization, partnership, achievement, community, and transformation. In 2024, Washburn was recognized as one of the best colleges in the nation to work for.

Requirements

Master’s degree in a related discipline.
Management or administrative experience in business or service industries.
Experience teaching or training adult learner.
Demonstrated dedication to developing inclusive teaching practices that engage all learners.
Official educational transcripts required at the time of hire.

Nice To Haves

Doctorate degree in a relevant field.
College/ Post-secondary teaching experience.
Online teaching or training experience.
Experience with career & technical education.
Experience collaborating with industry partners or advisory boards.

Responsibilities

Administration of the Technology Administration program including curriculum development and revision; student recruitment and retention initiatives; and maintaining industry partnerships.
Fulfill teaching expectations associated with non-tenure-track appointment. Teach 12-hours per semester (either in-person or online, according to departmental needs) or equivalent full workload as outlined in the faculty handbook.
Courses may include project management, technology administration as it relates to social and environmental impact, corporate policy development, administration, emerging technologies and quality assurance or some combination of classes consistent with the candidate’s background and interests.
Fulfill service expectations associated with a non-tenure-track appointment by engaging in service activities in the department, school, university, and profession.
Provide academic advising to students, hold on-campus office hours at least 3 days per week in accordance with departmental policies, attend meetings.
Perform additional job-related duties as assigned or as appropriate.
Reports to the Associate Dean of the School of Applied Studies.