Adjunct Instructor, School of Law

Drake University; United States; On-site; USD 3,000 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

Drake Law School seeks adjunct instructors to teach various areas of law. Courses taught will vary from 1-4 hour credits.

All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. For faculty positions, selection will depend on the receipt of recommendation confirming the candidate's scholarly achievements and teaching abilities and/or on the candidate's satisfactory passing of a teaching demonstration if selected for an on-campus interview.

Qualifications

• A J.D degree and experience teaching is required.
• Prior teaching experience preferred.
• All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. For faculty positions, selection will depend on the receipt of recommendation confirming the candidate's scholarly achievements and teaching abilities and/or on the candidate's satisfactory passing of a teaching demonstration if selected for an on-campus interview. For staff positions, selection will depend upon careful review of each applicant’s references, education, and, if applicable, experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach various areas of law. Courses taught will vary from 1-4 hour credits.

Skills

J.D. degree

Teaching experience

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

Department Summary

Law School JM Department Summary: Drake Law School combines a rich history with the latest technology and an innovative curriculum, including the nation’s only First-Year Trial Practicum. As the only law school in the capital city of Des Moines, Drake Law School provides a unique educational and practical learning experience through modern facilities, a top-ranked legal clinic, and an exceptional relationship with the bench and bar. Drake Law School was founded in Des Moines in 1865, which makes it one of the 25 oldest law schools in the country. The Law School was established by Iowa Supreme Court justices George Wright and Chester Cole, who aimed to teach law in proximity to the courts so students could witness the law in action. From the very beginning, Drake Law School focused on real and practical experience. Today we continue to build on that tradition and provide opportunities for service, leadership, and the pursuit of rewarding careers. Learn more at: https://www.drake.edu/law/

Job Summary

Job Summary: Drake Law School seeks adjunct instructors to teach various areas of law. Courses taught will vary from 1-4 hour credits.

Minimum Qualifications

• A J.D degree and experience teaching is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior teaching experience preferred.

All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. For faculty positions, selection will depend on the receipt of recommendation confirming the candidate's scholarly achievements and teaching abilities and/or on the candidate's satisfactory passing of a teaching demonstration if selected for an on-campus interview. For staff positions, selection will depend upon careful review of each applicant’s references, education, and, if applicable, experience.

About Drake

About Drake: Drake University is recognized as a top private university in the Midwest. Drake is a midsize university in Des Moines, Iowa, with an increasingly diverse student body. We are deeply committed to equity and inclusion and creating a sense of belonging for all members of the campus community—faculty, staff, and students alike. More than 900 faculty and staff are part of the Bulldog pack, a close-knit group of colleagues enthusiastic about preparing students to be global citizens and leaders, challenging assumptions. Drake University is not only an outstanding institution of higher learning, it is also a wonderful place to work. We are enthusiastically committed to welcoming new ideas and people into the fold, and to retaining and rewarding stellar employees. All positions at Drake provide opportunities to contribute to Drake University’s core mission of creating an exceptional learning environment that prepares students of all backgrounds for meaningful lives and professional accomplishments. The University values our faculty and staff and strives to create an exceptional working environment.

Strong Commitment to a Diverse and Inclusive Community

At Drake University, we don’t just accept differences—we celebrate them, we support them, and we thrive on them for the benefit of our students, our employees, and our community.

Drake University is proud to support an equal opportunity, diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace.

Drake University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities.

At Drake University, we highly value a diverse, inclusive workforce. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We stand firmly against discrimination including on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, religion, age, disability, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.

All positions at Drake provide opportunities to contribute to Drake University’s core mission of creating an exceptional learning environment that prepares students of all backgrounds for meaningful lives and professional accomplishments.

Drake University moves past mere tolerance of diversity and creates a culture of inclusion that sees diversity of identities, backgrounds, and ideas as fundamental to our excellence and success as an institution.

Benefits

Inspire lifelong learning through tuition benefits for employees and their eligible dependents/partner to pursue degrees at Drake Encourage work/life balance through competitive personal time, vacation and holiday schedule, including an extended Winter Break Practice shared governance and strategic planning through various representative bodies, including Faculty Senate and All Staff Council Support research through internal and external grants as well as through collaborative student engagement All In This Together - Drake Bulldogs find a home where they can pursue their passions and ideas while having an impact on the future of our University. One of Drake’s top strategic priorities is to maintain and build our inclusive community.

Drake's Campus Climate Assessment, which gauged the experiences and attitudes of current faculty, staff, and students, showcases a racially Faculty and Staff Affinity Groups Free or reduced tickets to fine arts and select athletics events make it easy to proudly support our students and colleagues.

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