Lecturer, Business Law

St. Bonaventure University; Town of Allegany (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission

Full benefits package

Free campus fitness center access

Two free Division 1 Men’s Basketball?

Job summary

St. Bonaventure University invites applications for a Lecturer in Business Law in the School of Business. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, contribute to curriculum and engage in university service.

Candidates must hold a Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school and be able to teach online courses in business law and ethics, with a commitment to quality teaching and student mentorship.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school required.
• Ability to teach online classes would be expected. In addition to business law and legal environment classes, you would also be teaching business ethics (both in traditional and online modes).

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in accordance with the schedule of classes and approved descriptions.
• Engage in service to the university including advising and committee work.
• Maintain state-of-the-art knowledge and contribute to scholarly activity.

Skills

Teaching

Online teaching

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Description

St. Bonaventure University School of Business invites applications for a position in Business Law at the Lecturer level. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to quality teaching, service to the department and university, and leadership potential.

Description

St. Bonaventure University School of Business invites applications for a position in Business Law at the Lecturer level. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to quality teaching, service to the department and university, and leadership potential. The position requires teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in the School of Business and engaging in service to the university and profession. Effective teaching, service and professional engagement is required for continued employment.

Examples of Duties

The faculty member will teach courses in accordance with the schedule of classes and following the approved course descriptions and curricular guidelines established by the Faculty and approved by the Dean and the Provost. Non‑teaching assignments will include instructional development; academic advising and assisting students; participating in Departmental and University-wide activities; serving on committees and task forces; and other appropriate responsibilities as described in the Faculty Status and Welfare Handbook.

SCHEDULE:

This is an appointed faculty position as governed by the Faculty Status and Welfare Handbook. Days, occasional evening or weekend hours as required.

Instructional

• Teaching, including the preparation of course syllabi and classes, the preparation and grading of examinations, the supervision of laboratories and other practica, and the direction of theses, honor projects, and independent study work.
• The maximum instructional load for teaching faculty during the academic year is:
• Nine (9) credit hours in each of the fall and spring semesters for each person holding the rank of Professor.
• Twelve (12) credit hours in each of the Fall and Spring semesters for all persons holding the rank of Lecturer, Assistant Professor, or Associate Professor.

Academic Advising

• Post and observe office hours for purposes of academic advising and student consultation. Meet with students as needed by appointment.
• Advise and assist students during the ongoing registration process.
• Maintain general knowledge of degree requirements, programs and course transfer information.

Institutional Service

• Participation in activities (usually through committee work) designed to advance the mission and quality of the University, School, and Departmental programs. Assignments to routine committee work will be made in consideration of other demands placed on the faculty member by the University.
• Attendance at Department, School, and general Faculty and University meetings including commencements, convocations, and other official University exercises.

Professional Growth And Development

• Maintain a program of personal and professional development appropriate for areas of responsibility.
• Maintain state-of-the-art knowledge and competence in the appropriate academic disciplines.
• Research, publication, and professional activity within one's field of specialization or otherwise directed towards the University's mission.

Additional Responsibilities

• Additional duties as assigned by the Provost and/or the Dean.

Typical Qualifications

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school required

Ability to teach online classes would be expected. In addition to business law and legal environment classes, you would also be teaching business ethics (both in traditional and online modes).

Full-time employees at SBU enjoy unparalleled Benefits

Abundance of Time off

Tuition Remission

• 100% undergraduate tuition remission for employee, spouse, and dependents
• 80% graduate tuition remission for employee (online and ground programs)
• 50% for spouse (ground programs only)

Full Benefit package

• 403b Retirement Plan + 10% Employer contribution after 2 years
• Health Insurance with $250 Wellness card
• Dental Insurance
• Employer Paid Life insurance
• Short-term Disability
• Employer Paid Long-term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program

Other Perks

• Free access to campus fitness center
• 2 free Division 1 Men’s Basketball Season tickets
• Golf course membership discount
• Other National and Local discounts available

St. Bonaventure University is located in the scenic Enchanted Mountain region of Western New York, approximately 75 miles south of Buffalo, New York, with easy access to major metropolitan areas. A close-knit and caring community guided by its values of compassion, wisdom and integrity, St. Bonaventure is dedicated to academic excellence as informed by its Franciscan and liberal arts traditions. The university is committed to developing an inclusive community and preparing leaders dedicated to ethical conduct and compassionate service.

The university currently enrolls approximately 2,000 undergraduate students and more than 1,000 graduate students in its schools of Arts and Sciences, Business, Education, Communication, and Health Professions. U.S. News & World Report ranks SBU in the top 15% of regional universities in the North, for both value and overall. St. Bonaventure is a member of the Atlantic 10 Conference (NCAA Division I), with athletes participating in 20 sports.

Benefits Overview For Full Time Employees

St. Bonaventure University is committed to providing a comprehensive benefits program designed to attract and retain high-quality Faculty and Staff.