Part-Time Law School Adjunct — Inspire & Teach

UIC; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 1,240,000 - 1,515,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition waivers for employees and/or 1

Job summary

University of Illinois Chicago invites applications for a faculty position in the Law School to support and teach classes in the Juris Doctor program.

The role focuses on delivering engaging instruction, adhering to curriculum, and employing diverse methods to foster active learning and critical thinking.

Requirements include a JD, at least five years of practice, ability to teach, strong communication, and familiarity with Blackboard; UIC is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA‑accredited law school or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience practicing law in the relevant field.
• Demonstrated ability or potential to teach effectively in a law school setting.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Experience with or willingness to learn the Blackboard learning management system.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engaging and rigorous classroom instruction for the assigned course(s), adhering to the established curriculum and learning objectives.
• Utilize diverse teaching methods (e.g., lectures, case studies, simulations) to foster active learning and critical thinking among students.
• Prepare and distribute clear and concise course materials, including syllabi, assignments, and exams.
• Evaluate student performance through assignments, exams, and participation, providing timely and constructive feedback.
• Stay current on relevant legal developments and scholarship in the assigned area of law.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Skills

Teaching ability

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Tools

Blackboard LMS

Job description

University of Illinois Chicago invites applications for a faculty position in the Law School to support and teach classes in the Juris Doctor program.

The role focuses on delivering engaging instruction, adhering to curriculum, and employing diverse methods to foster active learning and critical thinking.

Requirements include a JD, at least five years of practice, ability to teach, strong communication, and familiarity with Blackboard; UIC is an equal opportunity employer.