Adjunct Instructor: Business Law

University of North Texas; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Texas is seeking an Adjunct Instructor for Business Law to join the UNT-Ryan College of Business. This position is for anticipated teaching needs during the Fall 2026, Spring 2027, and Summer 2027 semesters. Qualified candidates must have a J.D. Degree and a current law license.

Responsibilities will primarily involve teaching in business law, with preferred experience in university-level teaching and online platforms. Competitive compensation will align with the candidate's qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a J.D. Degree from ABA accredited law school and a current license to practice law.
• Preferred qualifications include industry experience and teaching experience at the university level.

Responsibilities

• Teach and assist with instruction of courses in business law.
• Participate in departmental teaching needs as required.

Skills

J.D. Degree from ABA accredited law school

Current license to practice law

Teaching experience at the university level

Experience with online teaching platforms

Education

J.D. Degree

Job description

Adjunct Instructor: Business Law

Employee Classification: Adjunct Faculty

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Ryan College of Business

Department: UNT-Fin, Insur, Real Estate & Law-131310

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Compensation is competitive and commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and discipline, in accordance with university guidelines and available funding.

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Retirement Eligibility: Eligibility based on semesterly assignment, for more information visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/

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Department Summary The Department of Finance, Insurance, Real Estate and Law is a blended department with a major emphasis in finance. The department offers coursework at the undergraduate, masters, and doctoral levels. The department values teaching excellence and meaningful research accomplishments by its faculty.

Position Overview

The Department of Finance, Insurance, Real Estate and Law seeks qualified individuals for its Adjunct Instructor Pool and welcomes applicants at this time. This posting is for the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 and Summer 2027 semesters. The specific courses involved may vary from semester to semester and openings to teach these courses develop on a periodic basis, depending on department teaching needs. The anticipated need is for Adjuncts whose duties may include, but are not limited to teaching and/or assisting with instruction of courses in business law.

Minimum Qualifications

• J.D. Degree from ABA accredited law school and a current license to practice law.

Preferred Qualifications

• J.D. Degree from ABA accredited law school and a current license to practice law.
• Industry experience, teaching experience at the university level, and experience with Canvas or similar online teaching platforms.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

(None specified)

Physical Requirements

Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Hazards

No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

varies based on assignment

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.

Benefits

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement

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