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Assistant Professor of Law in Legal Writing and Skills Job at Lincoln Memorial U

Lincoln Memorial University, Harrogate, TN, United States, 37752

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Assistant Professor of Law in Legal Writing and Skills

Position Information

Position Title: Assistant Professor of Law in Legal Writing and Skills

Department: LAW

Position Category: Faculty

Job Description: The instructional faculty member shall have the primary responsibilities of teaching legal communication and skills-based courses, as well as the performance of service functions. The faculty member shall be held accountable for these obligations as they contribute to the attainment of the mission of the University and the School of Law. This position is a non-tenure track, term appointment as an Assistant Professor with year-round service and instruction obligations. The instructional faculty member shall serve on law school and university councils and committees as elected or appointed.

Required Qualifications:

  1. Juris Doctor (or equivalent degree);
  2. Law license in good standing in any U.S. jurisdiction;
  3. Evidence of strong legal writing skills;
  4. Evidence of potential for effective teaching and student mentoring.

Preferred Qualifications:

  1. Strong background in legal writing and skills, which could include practice and teaching experience;
  2. Effective communication skills;
  3. Knowledge and mastery of relevant content;
  4. Commitment to improving student learning and achievement through teaching and advising;
  5. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Physical Demands:

Campus: Duncan School of Law

Job Duty:

Posting Number: F01397P

Job Open Date:

Job Close Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions Summary:

About the Institution: Lincoln Memorial University is a values-based learning community dedicated to providing educational experiences in the liberal arts and professional studies. The main campus is located in Harrogate, Tennessee. For more information about employment opportunities, contact the Office of Human Resources at 423-869-7112 or humanresources@lmunet.edu.

AA/EEO Statement: Lincoln Memorial University is an Equal Opportunity education institution. Lincoln Memorial University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in all University programs and activities.

The University will conduct criminal background checks on all employees. Background checks may include but are not limited to confirmation of the individual’s identity, credit information, motor vehicle driving record, review of an individual’s criminal conviction record (if any), verification of any license, and certificate or degree required for the position.

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