Clinical Law Educator – Criminal Defense Clinic

University of Oklahoma; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Oklahoma College of Law invites applications for a full-time, ranked-renewable term faculty member to teach and supervise students in the OU Legal Clinic beginning in the 2027-2028 academic year. This non-tenure-track position carries a nine-month academic year appointment.

OU Law seeks to expand clinical offerings with areas including rural access, transactional practice, family law, technology, juvenile justice, and immigration, welcoming proposals for other clinics and

Qualifications

• J.D. or equivalent law degree; active Oklahoma Bar in good standing.
• Commitment to clinical teaching and student supervision.
• Prior clinical teaching or supervision of law students or junior attorneys is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach and supervise students in the clinic classroom and through client representation.
• Ensure compliance with court rules and professional standards in clinic work.
• Contribute to curricular development, service to the profession, and community partnerships.

Skills

Clinical teaching

Student supervision

Client-centered representation

Practice experience

Education

J.D. or equivalent

Job description

The University of Oklahoma College of Law invites applications for a full-time, ranked-renewable term faculty member to teach and supervise students in the OU Legal Clinic beginning in the 2027-2028 academic year. This non-tenure-track position carries a nine-month academic year appointment.

OU Law seeks to expand clinical offerings with areas including rural access, transactional practice, family law, technology, juvenile justice, and immigration, welcoming proposals for other clinics and