Associate Teaching Professor - Legal Communication & Research

Associate Teaching Professor - Legal Communication & Research

Location: Syracuse, NY

Pay Range: $80,000 - $115,000

Pay Determination:
Salary offers at Syracuse University will be based on education, experience, and relevant skills, as well as the academic or professional discipline of the position in the context of the home department, school, or college. Salary offers may also be influenced by prior relevant work or industry experience, where applicable. Faculty pay ranges are for 8.5 months salary unless otherwise specified.

Pay rates at Syracuse University are based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, the job responsibilities; the candidates education, training, work experience and key competencies; the universitys strategic priorities; internal peer equity; applicable federal, state, local laws, grant funding and contractual requisites; and external market analyses.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Hours:
Hours will be determined by the Dean.

Job Type: Full Time

Rank: Associate

Job Description:

Syracuse University College of Law invites applications for an Associate Teaching Professor position teaching Legal Communication and Research ('LCR').

Syracuse University College of Law invites applications for an Associate Teaching Professor position. This position is a three-year contract faculty position eligible for subsequent three- or five-year contract renewals. Candidates are expected to teach in the residential and online law school programs. Teaching duties include multiple sections of LCR I and LCR II in the first-year curriculum, with the possibility of teaching other courses, including Civil Procedure, as needs develop.

Candidates should have an excellent academic record and should hold a JD degree from an accredited law school. Preferred post-JD experience and credentials include advanced degrees, judicial clerkships, relevant legal practice (including proficiency with the use of AI tools in legal practice), and prior teaching experience. A demonstrated commitment to excellent classroom teaching is required. Candidates must have the skills and abilities to effectively interact with many different groups of students, colleagues, and community members.

The anticipated start date for this position is August 2026. This is an academic-year position with up to eighteen (18) credits of teaching across fall and spring semesters. Willingness to teach overload for additional pay during the summer is preferred. The salary range for an Associate Teaching Professor, depending on experience, is $ 80,000 to $ 115,000 with benefits. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and the names of three references who can assess the candidate's potential as a legal academic at https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/112371. Priority consideration will be given to applications received on or before March 9, 2026.

Qualifications:

• Candidates should have an excellent academic record and should hold a JD degree from an accredited law school.
• Preferred post-JD experience and credentials include advanced degrees, judicial clerkships, relevant legal practice, or similar experience.

Job Specific Qualifications:

• Strong research and writing skills are necessary for this position, as is a demonstrable commitment to excellent classroom teaching.
• Although scholarship is not a requirement for this position, an interest in scholarship, particularly in the area of legal research and writing, is encouraged.
• Provide detailed feedback on student assignments, prepare classes, and work on projects and other student assignments as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Fulfill committee service requirements.
• Develop and/or update a class syllabus in compliance with College of Law policies.
• Order the appropriate books and materials in advance of the class start date.
• Prepare lectures, projects, and other student assignments.
• Maintain regularly scheduled office hours.
• Present instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the course.
• Meet all designated class periods.
• Submit all grades according to the College of Law and University regulations.
• Grade student assignments and exams in a timely manner.
• Provide departmentally sanctioned forms for completed student evaluations.
• Build a positive rapport with students and faculty.

Physical Requirements:

Not Applicable

Tools/Equipment:

Not Applicable

Application Instructions:

In addition to completing an online application, please attach a curriculum vitae, cover letter, reference list, teaching evaluation, and writing sample.