Visiting Assistant Professor, Law School — Teaching & Research

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Generous time off

Professional development support

PSLF eligibility

Transit benefits

Job summary

University of Minnesota Law School invites applications for the Visiting Assistant Professor (VAP) Program. The VAPs will spend up to three years building scholarship and teaching experience while engaging with faculty across the law school and university community.

Initial appointment starts in summer 2027, with potential renewal for up to two additional years. Salary is $75,000 annually, with support for research, conferences, and professional development.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Demonstrated interest in pursuing legal academia.

Responsibilities

• Teach a two-credit seminar of their own design in spring of the first year.
• In their second year, teach five credits including the same seminar and a doctrinal class.
• In their third year, teach three credits in the spring to aid the academic job market.

Education

J.D. degree from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

University of Minnesota Law School invites applications for the Visiting Assistant Professor (VAP) Program. The VAPs will spend up to three years building scholarship and teaching experience while engaging with faculty across the law school and university community.

Initial appointment starts in summer 2027, with potential renewal for up to two additional years. Salary is $75,000 annually, with support for research, conferences, and professional development.