Adjunct Faculty Assistant: Fall 2026-Spring 2027

University of North Texas at Dallas; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 450,000 - 550,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Texas at Dallas is looking for an Adjunct Faculty Assistant for the Fall 2026-Spring 2027 semester. The role involves assisting in teaching Client Interviewing and Counseling, where you will lead small groups through simulations. This is a part-time academic position with opportunities for multiple roles depending on student demand.

Candidates must hold a J.D. degree, be licensed to practice law in Texas, and have a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include grading and providing constructive feedback to students.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 5 years of law practice experience.
• Superb academic and professional qualifications required.
• Experience must be of high quality for teaching.

Responsibilities

• Assist in teaching Client Interviewing and Counseling.
• Guide students through negotiation simulations.
• Provide grading and coaching for students.

Skills

Client advocacy

Professional conduct

Effective communication

Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

J.D. degree from an accredited institution

Licensed to practice law in Texas

Job description

Title

Adjunct Faculty Assistant: Fall 2026-Spring 2027

Employee Classification

Adjunct Faculty Asst.

Campus

University of North Texas - Dallas

Division

DAL-Academic Aff & Stdnt Success

SubDivision-Department

DAL-UNT Dallas College of Law

Department

DAL-CoL-Adjuncts-517210

Job Location

Downtown Dallas

Salary

$500.000

Retirement Eligibility

Not Retirement Eligible

Position Overview

The appointment will be as Adjunct Faculty Assistant to assist in teaching Client Interviewing and Counseling and/or Negotiation and Conflict Management by leading small groups of students through interviewing or negotiation simulations. Classes will be delivered in person at the UNT Dallas College of Law downtown location.

Client Interviewing and Counseling sessions will meet for approximately 10 sessions.

Negotiation and Conflict Management will meet for approximately 10 sessions.

Adjunct Faculty will work in pairs to lead/coach small groups of students through either interviewing simulations or negotiation simulations that are created and/or provided by the Assistant Professor of the Course. Adjunct Professors do not create/design any aspect of the course but are responsible for grading the simulations and coaching the students. Multiple positions may be available for both time frames, although there are considerably more slots for the Client Interviewing and Counseling course. While preferences for courses will be considered, depending on student enrollment and the number of returning Adjunct Faculty, the number of available positions may be limited.

Minimum Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an accredited institution and is licensed to practice law in the State of Texas and in good standing.
• Has practiced law for at least 5 years; Superb academic and professional qualifications.
• Practice experience that is sufficiently extensive and high quality to be a foundation for teaching in the College of Law’s educational program.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve excellence in teaching and in guiding and mentoring professional formation of students.
• Commitment to the goals of the College of Law and its curricular and instructional methods and goals.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Minimum of 5 years experience representing clients including corporate clients, as a representative of a government entity (such as the State of Texas) as a judge or as in house counsel.
• Applicant lawyers should be competent, committed and dedicated to the interest of the client and with zeal in advocacy upon the clients behalf.
• Applicant lawyers should also be able to engage in and demonstrate professional conduct when engaging with students.
• Faculty Adjunct Assistants often work collaboratively with the Professor of the course.
• Deep understanding of their field and ability to effectively convey complex concepts.
• Strong verbal & writing communication is essential for interacting with students, colleagues and administrators.
• Faculty Adjunct Assistants need to build rapport with students and colleagues.
• Foster a positive and collaborative learning environment.
• Be adaptable to different teaching styles and course requirements.
• Must be able to provide constructive feedback to students.
• Committed to turning in grade sheets/rubrics timely.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Requires current law license/JD and be in good standing.

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

As required to meet the academic schedule.

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. Please also provide a cover letter identifying which subject you would like to assist with.

Benefits

For information regarding our Benefits.

EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit— and takes actions to prevent— discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.