Lecturer - Civil Litigation and Procedure - School of Law

University of California, Berkeley; Berkeley (CA); Vor Ort; USD 30.000 - 50.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

A prestigious university in Berkeley, CA is seeking a part-time Lecturer for Civil Litigation and Procedure. The role involves teaching various litigation courses, preparing syllabi, and assessing student work. Candidates should hold a J.D. or equivalent and have professional legal experience. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential. The position is set to start in Fall 2026, with the possibility of renewal. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Qualifikationen

• J.D. or equivalent degree with three years of professional legal experience required.
• Ability to teach in-person during law school class times is essential.
• Additional experience in legal practice or law school teaching is preferred.

Aufgaben

• Prepare syllabi and maintain course websites.
• Assess student work and provide feedback.
• Hold office hours and advise students.

Kenntnisse

Teaching experience in U.S. law school

Effective communication skills

Organizational skills

Inclusive teaching strategies

Ausbildung

J.D., Ph.D., M.B.A., LL.M. or Master’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Jobbeschreibung

Lecturer – Civil Litigation and Procedure – School of Law

Position Overview: Lecturer (part‑time, 5–100% of a full‑time position) with anticipated start Fall 2026 or later. The role is for one semester or a full academic year, with possibility of renewal.

Position Description: This role involves teaching U.S. Civil Procedure, Federal Courts, Appellate 9th Circuit Practicum, Evidence, Conflict of Law, Remedies, Multi‑District Litigation, Impact Litigation, and other major litigation practice area courses. Responsibilities include preparing syllabi, maintaining course websites, holding office hours, assessing student work, providing feedback, assigning grades, and advising students. Lecturers are academic appointees in the University of California bargaining unit and are represented by the American Federation of Teachers – Unit 18.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent international degree.

Additional qualifications (required at time of start)

• J.D., Ph.D., M.B.A., LL.M. or Master’s degree, or equivalent international degree, and at least three years of professional experience in legal practice, judicial clerkship, or law school teaching in the United States.
• Bachelor’s degree and at least six years of professional experience in legal practice, judicial clerkship, or law school teaching in the United States.
• Availability to teach in‑person during required law school class times.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience teaching courses in a United States law school.
• Five or more years of legal practice experience in the United States or another jurisdiction, in the area of Civil Litigation and procedure.
• Effective verbal and written communication and presentation skills (English).
• Ability to support the success of all students through an inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy.
• Effective organizational skills with attention to detail.

Application Requirements

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter (300 words maximum) describing competencies, teaching experience, approach, and future interests. Use the cover letter to address inclusive teaching strategies.

Contact: [e-mail]

Location: Berkeley, CA

The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.