Adjunct Instructor - Law and Paralegal Studies

Job Overview

On a part-time limited basis, the Adjunct Faculty member’s primary academic functions include teaching, discovering, creating, and reporting knowledge to a diverse set of students. The Law & Paralegal Studies Program in the School of Criminal Justice at the University of Cincinnati is looking for Adjunct Instructors to teach classes in the Law & Paralegal Studies program. This position will support the University’s mission and commitment to excellence and diversity in our students, faculty, staff, and all other activities.

Essential Functions

• On a part-time basis, conduct and teach assigned undergraduate-level courses in the Law & Paralegal Studies program.
• May serve as an academic adviser for students and evaluate coursework.
• Engage in other activities ancillary to or in support of his or her responsibilities.
• Review, and where necessary, respond in a timely manner to all University-related communications.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Academic degree in an appropriate discipline and prior teaching experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to present complex material to students unfamiliar with a subject.
• Ability to work and collaborate with individuals from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds.

Required Education

Candidates for this position must have earned a Juris Doctorate.

Required Experience

• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to present complex material to students unfamiliar with a subject.
• Ability to work and collaborate with individuals from a variety of backgrounds.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.