Visiting Professor of Legal Writing, Assistant Professor of Legal Writing, Associate Professor [...]

University of San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established academic institution is seeking a dedicated Legal Writing Professor to join their team. This full-time position offers the opportunity to engage with first-year law students, guiding them through the intricacies of legal writing and research. The role emphasizes personalized feedback and collaboration in small class settings, ensuring a supportive learning environment. With a focus on both predictive and persuasive writing, this position culminates in a moot court event, allowing students to showcase their skills. If you are passionate about legal education and eager to inspire the next generation of lawyers, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Housing Assistance

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of teaching experience preferred.
• Excellent legal writing, editing, and research skills.

Responsibilities

• Effective teaching and classroom instruction on legal analysis and writing.
• Advise and mentor students on legal writing and professionalism.

Skills

Legal Writing

Legal Research

Teaching Skills

Feedback Provision

Oral Advocacy

Diversity Awareness

Education

JD from an ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Job Title:

Visiting Professor of Legal Writing, Assistant Professor of Legal Writing, Associate Professor of Legal Writing, or Professor of Legal Writing

Job Summary:

The School of Law at the University of San Francisco is seeking a full-time non-tenure track Legal Research, Writing, and Analysis Professor for the upcoming academic year. Applications are accepted for both visiting and renewable term positions on the legal writing promotion track. The faculty member will guide first-year law students in legal writing and research, teaching two sections each semester of approximately 20 students each. Fall semester focuses on predictive writing and legal analysis; spring semester on persuasive writing, legal research, and oral advocacy, culminating in a moot court event. The small class sizes foster collaboration and individualized feedback, essential to the program. The professor may also teach an additional class per semester as negotiated. Housing assistance may be available.

Full Job Description:

Job Responsibilities:

1. Effective teaching and classroom instruction, including delivering lectures and facilitating discussions on legal analysis, writing, and research.
2. Use formative assessment techniques to provide extensive feedback on student work.
3. Observe office hours and be available to students during and outside scheduled times.
4. Prepare syllabi, assignments, handouts, exams, and relevant materials.
5. Grade coursework and submit grades promptly.
6. Advise and mentor students on legal writing, professionalism, and academic issues.
7. Supervise upper-level students in moot court topics.
8. Collaborate with faculty on curriculum development, research, and events.
9. Perform additional duties as assigned by the Dean or Associate Dean.

Minimum Requirements:

Understanding and commitment to USF’s mission, vision, and values. JD from an ABA-accredited law school.

Additional Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

1. 2-5 years of teaching experience preferred.
2. Practice experience preferred.
3. Background in litigation, moot court, or oral advocacy.
4. Excellent legal writing, editing, and research skills.
5. Ability to work with diverse student body, faculty, and staff.
6. Ability to provide clear, constructive feedback to students from varied backgrounds.
7. California Bar membership is preferred.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

Lectures may be in classrooms or mock courtrooms; duties may require standing, sitting, transporting materials, and working at a computer or desk.

Application Requirements:

• Cover letter explaining interest in USF.
• Current CV with teaching experience.
• Course evaluations.

References will be solicited from finalists and are not needed initially.

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full time

Pay Rate: Salary

Salary Range: $85,000 - $100,000 annually, commensurate with experience.