Visiting Law Professor — Teach, Mentor, Publish

Widener University; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Widener University—Delaware Law School—seeks a Visiting Associate Professor of Law for a full-time, 10-month appointment starting Fall 2027. The role involves teaching two law courses per semester, mentoring JD/LL.M. students, and engaging in scholarly activity and service within the law school community.

The candidate should hold a JD or equivalent terminal degree, demonstrate strong teaching abilities, and have a track record or potential in legal scholarship or practice. U.S.

Qualifications

• JD/LL.M./J.S.D. degree from an accredited institution.
• Proven excellence or strong potential in teaching law to upper-level or foundational students.
• Record of or commitment to legal scholarship, practice, or prior academic appointments.

Responsibilities

• Teach two law courses per semester in legal methods; overload possible depending on needs.
• Hold office hours, mentor students, and assess performance via exams or papers.
• Engage in faculty scholarship, present works, and participate in academic activities.
• Participate in faculty meetings and student-focused institutional programs.

Skills

Teaching law

Mentoring students

Legal scholarship

Education

J.D., LL.M., J.S.D. or equivalent terminal law degree

Job description

Widener University—Delaware Law School—seeks a Visiting Associate Professor of Law for a full-time, 10-month appointment starting Fall 2027. The role involves teaching two law courses per semester, mentoring JD/LL.M. students, and engaging in scholarly activity and service within the law school community.

The candidate should hold a JD or equivalent terminal degree, demonstrate strong teaching abilities, and have a track record or potential in legal scholarship or practice. U.S.