Lecturer/Teaching Professor, Business Law

University of Nevada; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An academic institution seeks a full-time Lecturer/Teaching Professor in Business Law at their Reno campus. Ideal candidates possess a Juris Doctorate, communicate effectively, and have substantial professional experience. Responsibilities involve teaching undergraduate courses and engaging in departmental service. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered, along with resources for dual-career couples.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Health insurance options, including dental and vision

Rich retirement plan

Dual career assistance program

Qualifications

• Substantial work experience as a professional in the field or experience teaching Business Law in the last seven years.
• Licensed member of a state bar.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate classes in Business Law.
• Participate in service activities and professional development.
• Supervise recruitment and assessment for business law courses.

Skills

Communication skills

Professional work experience

Dynamic teaching

Education

Juris Doctorate (J.D.)

Job description

R0149011 Lecturer/Teaching Professor, Business Law

The Department of Management at the University of Nevada, Reno, invites applications for a Non-tenure Track, Full-time Lecturer/Teaching Professor. The appointment will begin in January 2026. We are seeking a Business Law professional with excellent communication skills (both in writing and in person), solid professional work experience and a demonstrated record as a dynamic teacher and a good organizational citizen.

Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate classes, participation in service activities, and professional recognition and development or professional publications. Candidates should be able to teach multiple sections of Legal Environment of Business each academic year and as needed, supervise the recruitment, training, scheduling, and assessment for this and other sections of business law related courses each fall and spring semester.

Opportunities to teach additional courses on-line and in the summer are also available. Candidates for this position must be willing to teach at the UNR main campus morning, afternoon, and evening courses as necessary.

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.)
• Substantial work experience as a professional in the field in the last seven years or experience teaching Business Law
• Licensed member of a state bar

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching experience

Lecturer Statement

The University of Nevada, Reno reserves the right to hire at any level of Lecturer (I-IV) or Teaching Assistant/Associate/Professor(terminal degree candidates) that is appropriate for the hire.

Compensation Grade

Lecturer/Teaching Assistant Professor

To view the salary schedule for this position, please visit the University website and select Academic Faculty (Nine-month). Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience.

Total Compensation

The total compensation package includes a competitive salary, moving allowance (if applicable), a rich retirement plan, sick leave, health insurance options that include dental and vision, life insurance, long term disability along with many other benefits.

Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program

The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes the importance of addressing dual-career couples’ professional needs. We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners that provides resources and assists them to identify career opportunities in Northern Nevada.

The Department

The University of Nevada, Reno's College of Business is the premier provider of business education in the region, preparing students to become competitive, ethical and innovative business professionals in order to drive economic development and improve quality of life for all citizens of the State of Nevada.

Contact Information

Please apply online and attach the following documents to your application:

1. A complete Curriculum Vita
2. Cover letter outlining qualifications and professional experience
3. Contact information for three professional/academic references.

For more information, please contact Amy Jensen at [e-mail].