Assistant Teaching Professor in Law

Drexel University; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established university seeks a dedicated Assistant Teaching Professor in Law for a non-tenure track position. This role involves teaching core legal courses such as Legal Methods and Criminal Procedure while contributing to the academic community. The position offers a flexible hybrid work arrangement, providing an excellent opportunity for candidates passionate about legal education. Successful applicants will engage with students and faculty alike, fostering an enriching learning environment. If you are eager to inspire the next generation of legal professionals, this role is tailored for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Law Degree - JD or its equivalent required.
• At least one year of law related experience is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Teach a total of 4 courses over two semesters.
• Participate in service to the Law School and the University.

Skills

Legal Methods

Legal Writing

Oral Advocacy

Criminal Procedure

Environmental Law

Federal Income Tax

Teaching Experience

Education

Law Degree - JD or equivalent

Job description

Assistant Teaching Professor in Law

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Job no: 504685

Work type: Full-Time

Location: Hybrid/Flexible Work Arrangement

Categories: Drexel University, Kline School of Law

Job Summary

Drexel University Kline School of Law, in Philadelphia, seeks applications for one non-tenure track/teaching faculty position for the 2025-2026 academic year.

Essential Functions

• Faculty are expected to teach a total of 4 courses over two semesters and participate in service to the Law School and the University.


• Core courses we are particularly looking to cover include Legal Methods I (predictive legal writing and analysis); Legal Methods II (persuasive legal writing and oral advocacy); Evidence; Criminal Procedure/Investigations; international law subjects; Environmental Law; private law subjects; required first year courses; Federal Income Tax; and Enterprise Tax.


• Occasional teaching in our Undergraduate program in law is also possible.


• This position is non-tenure track; time spent in the position will not accrue toward tenure.


• The contract is initially for two years with the goal of reappointment if mutually satisfactory.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of Law Degree - JD or its equivalent


• Minimum of at least one year of law related experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidates with teaching experience are preferred.

Location

• Hybrid/Flexible Work Arrangement

Additional Information

This is a Full-Time Faculty position classified as Exempt. The offered salary is based on the successful candidate's qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review. For information about benefits, please review Drexel's Full-Time Faculty Benefit Fact Sheet.

Special Instructions to the Applicant
To apply for this position, please upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae (with references), and a teaching statement. Individuals selected for interviews will be asked to provide three letters of recommendation.

A review of applicants will begin and continue until a suitable candidate pool is identified.

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Advertised: Feb 14 2025 Eastern Standard Time

Applications close: May 31 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

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