Part-time Faculty, Juris Doctor and Course Development

NU National University; California; Hybrid; USD 46,838 - 60,614; Part time

Job summary

National University invites applications for part-time faculty in the JD program. Remote, USA-based position for candidates with JD expertise and experience in online course development.

The role requires teaching excellence, a commitment to diverse adult learners, and collaboration with the Associate Dean and other faculty to ensure program quality and student engagement. Applicants should submit cover letter, CV, and a statement of teaching online experience.

Qualifications

• JD degree from an accredited institution.
• Experience in JD program instruction or JD-level topics.
• Ability to develop substantive course content.
• Proficiency with teaching technologies and online delivery.

Responsibilities

• Provide substantive, timely feedback to students on assessment activities.
• Maintain a positive, inclusive, student-centric learning environment.
• Complete required tasks on deadlines (e.g., final grades, assessment, grading rubrics, grade appeals).
• Maintain appropriate professional training and/or scholarly activities, when applicable.
• Provide feedback to the course lead regarding course content.
• Identify at-risk students and collaborate with student services.

Skills

Course development

Online teaching

Technology use

Student engagement

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Tools

LMS platforms

Video conferencing

Job description

Compensation Range: Hourly: $34.03 - $44.35

Location: Remote, USA

Position Summary

The JFK School of Law in the College of Law and Public Service invites applications for part-time faculty in the Juris Doctor program. Candidates should have experience in course development for JD programs, JD‑level curricula, or attorney training. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in teaching and a commitment to serving the university’s diverse adult student body. The role works closely with the Associate Dean, Academic Program Director, and other faculty to ensure program quality, student engagement, and success.

Essential Functions

• Provide substantive, timely feedback to students on various assessment activities.
• Maintain a positive, safe, inclusive, student‑centric learning environment.
• Complete required tasks on deadlines (e.g., final grades, assessment, grading rubrics, input for grade appeals).
• Maintain appropriate professional training and/or scholarly activities, when applicable.
• Provide feedback to the course lead regarding course content.
• Identify at‑risk students and collaborate with student services.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from a regionally or nationally accredited institution.
• Background in legal doctrine and practice with experience in JD program or JD‑level instruction or presentation on legal topics.
• Ability to create substantive course content.
• Proficiency in the use of technology, preferably in the delivery of legal education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with the online delivery of education and the supporting systems.
• At least 2 years of online teaching experience, especially in a JD program or at a JD level.
• Curriculum development experience.

Application Requirements

• Cover letter.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Statement of teaching experience online and/or onsite for a diverse student body.

Equal Opportunity Employment

National University is a proud equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant per applicable federal, state, and local laws. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment at National University.