Assistant/Associate Professor

UDC College of Arts & Sciences; Campus (IL); On-site; USD 117,663 - 143,810; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and life insurance

Sick leave

Retirement plan (TIAA-CREF)

Job summary

The University of the District of Columbia invites applications for the position of Assistant/Associate Professor of Law to direct the Community Development Law Clinic. The clinic serves non-profit groups and urban entrepreneurs by providing transactional and business law services.

Responsibilities include directing clinic operations, supervising students, mentoring representation, and integrating doctrine with professional skills, ethics, and reflective practice in courses.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree and bar admission in DC or another state.
• Potential for teaching excellence and scholarly growth.
• Demonstrated professional competence with growth potential.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee the Community Development Law Clinic and supervise law students.
• Mentor student representation and ensure high-quality legal services.
• Provide feedback and assess learning outcomes in experiential courses.

Skills

Legal research

Clinical instruction

Student supervision

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Job description

Job Overview

The University of the District of Columbia David A. Clark School of Law invites applications for the position of Assistant/Associate Professor of Law to direct the Community Development Law Clinic. The clinic provides transactional and business lawyering skills to non‑profit organizations and small, urban entrepreneurs, offering comprehensive professional consulting services. Students receive direct legal services to help them establish and operate businesses and programs.

Position Details

• Number of Vacancies: 1
• Area of Consideration: Open to the Public
• Position Status: Full‑Time, Regular Tenure Track
• Pay Plan, Series & Grade: Commensurate with rank and experience
• Salary Range: up to $130,737.23
• Closing Date: Open Until Filled
• Location: 4200 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008
• Start Date: January 4, 2027

Responsibilities

Direct the Community Development Law Clinic, overseeing clinical teaching, supervising law students, mentoring student representation, and ensuring high‑quality legal services to clients. Integrate legal doctrine, professional skills, ethics, and reflective practice into experiential courses. Provide timely, constructive feedback and assess student performance using clear learning outcomes.

Minimum Qualifications

• Assistant Professor of Law:
  • Earned Juris Doctor degree and good standing membership in the Bar of the District of Columbia or another state.
  • Potential for teaching excellence and scholarly growth.
  • Demonstrated professional competence in the relevant field with potential for professional growth.
  • Initial appointment without tenure for up to three years.
• Associate Professor of Law:
  • Earned Juris Doctor degree and good standing membership in the Bar of the District of Columbia or another state.
  • Demonstrated teaching excellence and record of scholarship.
  • Demonstrated professional competence, attainment, and potential for continued professional growth.
  • At least three years of full‑time teaching experience at an accredited law school.

Required Competencies

• Ability to supervise and mentor law students in competent and ethical client representation.
• Expertise in the substantive area of law relevant to the clinic and delivery of high‑quality legal services.
• Ability to teach experiential courses that integrate legal doctrine, professional skills, ethics, and reflective practice.
• Ability to provide timely, constructive feedback and assess student performance using clear learning outcomes.
• Commitment to access to justice, community engagement, and serving historically underserved populations.

Employment Benefits

• Health and life insurance
• Sick leave
• Coverage under the University of the District of Columbia retirement plan (TIAA‑CREF)

Equal Opportunity & Non-Discrimination

The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation. In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability. These protections extend to sexual harassment and other forms of prohibited discrimination. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.

Additional Employment Information

• Visa Sponsorship: The University does not provide sponsorship for visas, nor is the position eligible for OPT.
• Residency Preference: Bona fide District resident applicants may receive a 10‑point preference; must present at least eight proofs of residency at appointment and maintain residency for seven consecutive years. Failure to maintain residency results in forfeiture of employment.
• Drug‑Free Workplace: Employees must notify supervisor in writing within five days after conviction of a criminal drug statute in the workplace.
• Background Investigation: Employment contingent upon satisfactory background investigation determined at the University’s discretion.
• Contact for Inquiry: UDC Office of Human Resources, [phone].