at University of Illinois in Urbana, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Adjunct ProfessorsUniversity of Illinois College of Law
The University of Illinois College of Law in Urbana Champaign is one of the oldest law schools in the country, with an accomplished and influential faculty, a smart and collegial student body, and a strong alumni network. In addition to its full-time faculty, the College of Law regularly employs distinguished lawyers and academics as adjunct professors. The College of Law is currently accepting applications for adjunct faculty positions to teach legal writing.
The legal writing course will meet in the Law Building in Champaign and will require a two-semester commitment (Fall 2024 and Spring 2025). Class will meet two days per week for fifty minutes and will also require additional time most weeks to hold one-on-one meetings with students and to provide feedback on assignments.
Minimum Qualifications
A JD and two or more years of legal experience are required.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior teaching experience and a current law license are strongly preferred.
Appointment Information
These are 10% Academic positions appointed for both the Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 semesters. They are paid on a 9/12 basis. The anticipated start date is August 16, 2024. Salary is $20,000 for the academic year. These positions are not eligible for University benefits.
Application Procedures & Deadline Information
Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on July 12, 2024. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Please provide a resume and a cover letter explaining your interest, as well as describing any prior teaching experience. Up to three letters of reference are optional. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact rietz@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu .
Requisition ID: 1025174
Job Category: Faculty
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu