Part-Time Lecturers for the Spring 2027 Semester

University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA); Los Angeles (CA); Presencial; USD 17.000 - 52.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

UCLA School of Law invites applications from individuals to teach a course in its Spring 2027 term. These are academic, non-tenure track, part-time, limited-term appointments across various subjects, including Administrative Law, with classes held in person on UCLA's campus. Applicants should have a J.D.

or equivalent, an excellent academic record, and significant legal practice experience. Prior teaching is preferred; include teaching evaluations if available.

Formación

• A J.D. or equivalent advanced degree; excellent academic record; substantial, distinguished legal practice experience; experience within a distinct legal specialty; demonstrated commitment to teaching.

Responsabilidades

• Teach a course in UCLA Law School for the Spring 2027 semester in a variety of subjects, including Administrative Law.
• These are academic, non-tenure track, part-time, limited-term appointments with in-person classes on UCLA's campus.
• Discuss in cover letters the areas of professional expertise and courses taught or proposed to teach.

Educación

J.D. or equivalent advanced degree

Descripción del empleo

Position overview

Position title: Lecturer

Salary range: The actual pay rate for part‑time positions will depend upon specific teaching assignments and number of units taught. Part‑time lecturers can reasonably expect to receive total pay ranging from $1,537 per semester per unit (for assisting) to $4,615 per semester per unit (for solo teaching).

Application Window

Open date: September 12, 2026

Next review date: Monday, Oct 12, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Final date: Thursday, Dec 31, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Position description

UCLA Law School invites applications from individuals interested in teaching a course in one of its degree programs for the Spring 2027 semester. These are academic, non‑tenure track, part‑time, limited‑term appointments. We are seeking highly qualified instructors for a limited number of openings in a variety of subjects and courses for the Spring 2027 semester, including Administrative Law. Classes are held in person on UCLA's campus.

Decisions will be made on a rolling basis and the timing of decisions will vary according to a variety of factors, including curricular need, course scheduling, and the particular specialty course the applicant proposes to teach.

Applicants are encouraged to discuss in their cover letters their respective areas of professional expertise and the courses they have previously taught or propose to teach.

Requirements: A J.D. or equivalent advanced degree; excellent academic record; substantial, distinguished legal practice experience; experience within a distinct legal specialty; demonstrated commitment to teaching. Prior successful law school teaching experience strongly preferred. Applicants with prior teaching experience will be asked to provide teaching evaluations. UCLA School of Law welcomes candidates committed to a campus climate that supports equality and diversity.

This position is represented by the University Council - American Federation of Teachers: Contract | UCnet.

The actual pay rate for part‑time positions will depend upon specific teaching assignments and number of units taught. Part‑time lecturers can reasonably expect to receive total pay ranging from $1,537 per semester per unit (for assisting) to $4,615 per semester per unit (for solo teaching). Part‑time lecturer salary rates are based on Table 15 of the UC Salary Scale (available here: Table 15)

Qualifications

Basic qualifications

J.D. or equivalent advanced degree

Application Requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter - Please discuss your area(s) of professional expertise as well as course(s) you have previously taught or propose to teach.
• List of References - Names and contact information for at least two (2) professional references
• UCLA Mission Statement - As the nation's premier public research university, UC's mission is the creation, dissemination, preservation and application of knowledge for the betterment of our global society. We have a particular responsibility to the people of California which we express in the excellence of the education we provide, the impact of the research we do, the comprehensive, life‑saving medical services we provide, and the public service mission we are devoted to. The University of California promotes the social mobility of its students, equips them with the tools and experience that furthers their ambitions, and regards their accomplishments across the life span as evidence of the profoundly positive impact of higher education.
  The UCLA campus has expressed these goals in its strategic plan as follows:
  Deepen our engagement with Los Angeles
  Expand our reach as a global university
  Enhance our research and creative activities
  Elevate how we teach
  Become a more effective institution
• Teaching Evaluations - Applicants with teaching experience should include their teaching evaluations, a summary thereof, or other testimonials concerning their teaching experience.
  (Optional)

• 2-4 required (contact information only)

Please provide the names and contact information for references.

About UCLA

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

The University of California 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, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

• \"Misconduct\" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties
• APM - 035: Afffirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment

Job location

Los Angeles, CA

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