University of Massachusetts Dartmouth · 22 hours ago
Assistant Teaching Professor - Legal Skills I & II
The University of Massachusetts School of Law – Dartmouth is inviting applications for the position of Assistant Teaching Professor to teach Legal Skills I and II courses. The role involves developing students' abilities in legal research, writing, analysis, and advocacy as part of the law school’s first-year curriculum.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Teach Legal Skills I and II courses
Develop abilities in legal research, writing, analysis, and advocacy
Prepare students to practice law in a competent and ethical manner
Contribute to a diverse and inclusive environment
Qualification
Required
Applicants must have a J.D. from an ABA law school
strong academic credentials
strong writing skills
previous law teaching experience
at least two years of experience in a combination of law practice or teaching
Applicants must be available to teach in the day and evening divisions as needed
Applicants must be authorized for employment in the U.S. on a full-time basis
Preferred
We prefer applicants with prior experience teaching legal research and writing
Benefits
75% Employer-Paid Health Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Long Term Disability
State Pension Retirement Plan
Optional Retirement Savings Plans
Tuition Credit (Employee, Spouse, & Dependents)
Twelve (12) paid holidays
And More!
Company
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
UMass Dartmouth is a national research university committed to academic excellence.