Assistant/Associate Professor of Law

Job Title: Assistant/Associate Professor of Law

Department: College of Law

Position Reports to: Dean of College of Law

Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Job Summary

Full-time residential faculty members at Jacksonville University College of Law are expected to teach law classes, conduct scholarship and engage in professional development activities, and complete university and/or community service. The position may be a 9- or 12-month contract.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Most faculty positions do not have supervisory responsibilities

Some may have supervisory responsibilities when the faculty member is serving in a Director or Associate Dean position for additional compensation and or release time. This will be specified in the contract.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Teach classes in the J.D. program—a typical l0ad is 12-14 hours annually
• Engage in research/scholarship
• Supervise student research projects
• Participate in student advising
• Participate in university service at the department, school, college, or university level
• Participate in community service (optional)

Required Skills/Abilities:

• The ability to teach a range of courses across the juris doctor curriculum
• The ability to incorporate technology into classroom teaching and to teach online and hybrid classes
• The ability to supervise and conduct research and supervise student research in area of expertise
• The ability to work with diverse students and small class sizes
• Participation in departmental, school, college, or university service
• Excellent oral and written skills
• Time management and organizational skills
• The ability to work in a collaborative and cooperative manner

Education, Certificates, Licenses, and Experience:

• Juris Doctor degree or a terminal degree in a related field

Physical Requirements:

• Manual dexterity to efficiently operate a computer keyboard and other business machines
• Adequate hearing to communicate effectively in person and virtually.
• Near vision sufficient to read written communications and computer display screens
• Stamina to teach up to 24 hours weekly.

Important Note

This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required for this position. The University reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs.

Acknowledgment

Submission of an application acknowledges receipt and understanding of this job description. I verify that I am capable of and willing to fulfill all essential functions of this position. I am willing to be flexible and willing to do various jobs that are not listed, as the need arises.