Adjunct Professor, Online Masters of Legal Studies

William & Mary and the Virginia Institute of Marine Science; Oregon; Ibrido; USD 33.000 - 56.000; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

William & Mary invites applications for an Adjunct Professor to teach in the Online Masters of Legal Studies program. This non-benefited, part-time position involves designing and delivering courses under the guidance of the Assistant Dean, and offering timely feedback to students.

Duties include syllabus preparation, using Blackboard, adhering to university policies, grading, and maintaining regular communication with the program and students.

Competenze

• Experience instructing adult learners in academic or corporate settings.
• Ability to design and teach online courses with clear assessment.
• Strong written and verbal communication and timely feedback.

Mansioni

• Prepare syllabus and update modules with instructional designers' support.
• Teach online sessions using Blackboard and manage course activities.
• Provide timely feedback on assignments and exams.
• Offer weekly office hours and respond to inquiries within 24 hours.
• Submit final grades and participate in on-campus events when possible.

Conoscenze

Adult education

Communication

Course design

Collaboration

Formazione

Master’s degree or JD or equivalent

Strumenti

Blackboard

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Requisition

JR102195 Adjunct Professor, Online Masters of Legal Studies (Open)

Job Posting Title

Adjunct Professor, Online Masters of Legal Studies

Department

CC00223 WM001 | SLAW | Law Online & Executive Edu Program

Job Family

Faculty - Adjunct

Worker Sub-Type

Adjunct (non-benefited)

Job Requisition Primary Location

School of Law

Primary Job Posting Location

Posting Location - William & Mary

Job Description Summary

Adjunct faculty serve a vital role within the Law School and are valued members of the community. Under the guidance of the Assistant Dean for Academic and Faculty Affairs, adjunct faculty design and teach courses, facilitate course activities, provide students with timely feedback, and grade assignments and exams. Adjunct faculty are provided with professional learning opportunities and are invited to attend on-campus events.

Job Description

Job duties and functions assigned to this position:

• Prepare the syllabus and, with the support of Instructional Designers, update the relevant course modules as needed.
• Use the learning management system (Blackboard).
• Work within William & Mary-specific online policies and procedures.
• Review course content, activities, and assignments prior to the term’s start date.
• Meet all designated course instruction guidelines.
• Provide students with timely and specific feedback.
• Grade assignments and exams in a timely manner and no later than by the deadline set by the law school.
• Respond to student inquiries within 24 hours.
• Offer weekly office hours for individual or group consultation.
• Submit final grades according to William & Mary policy and the individual program calendars.
• Submit end-of-semester feedback and reflection form.
• Maintain frequent and open communication with William & Mary faculty and staff through email, telephone, and any other medium deemed appropriate.

Required Qualifications

Please make sure your cover letter and CV or resume clearly indicate how you meet the following required qualifications:

• Master’s degree, Juris Doctor or equivalent, or other graduate degree directly related to the discipline from an accredited college or university.
• Expertise and relevant professional and/or instructional experience in general law education, compliance law, finance law, environmental law, healthcare law, or technology law (including AI and privacy).
• Previous experience providing instruction to adult learners in an academic or corporate setting.
• Demonstrated communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Please make sure your cover letter and CV or resume clearly indicate whether you meet any of the preferred qualifications:

• Other doctoral degree directly related to the discipline.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching.
• Previous teaching experience at the graduate level.
• Computer proficiency and experience using Blackboard or other online learning platforms.

Conditions of Employment

This is a part-time position paid semi-monthly over the term of the course. This position is not benefit-eligible. This position is restricted to a specified term.

Additional Job Description

A CV and cover letter are required.

Job Profile:

JP0738 - Adjunct Professor NTE - Exempt - Salary - S99

Qualifications:

Compensation Grade: S99

Recruiting Start Date: 2026-11-02

Position Restrictions: Restricted Term

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Background Check: William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

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Probationary Period Notice

Individuals selected for full-time staff positions will be required to complete a twelve (12) month probationary period in accordance with university policy.

Remote Work Disclaimer

Remote work eligibility is not guaranteed and is subject to approval. Employee eligibility depends on the likelihood of the employee succeeding in a remote work arrangement and the supervisor’s ability to manage remote workers. Departments and/or Human Resources may amend, alter, change, delete, or modify eligibility.