Lecturer - Environmental and Energy Law - School of Law

Lecturer – Environmental and Energy Law – School of Law

Berkeley Law is a leading U.S. law school committed to academic rigor and inclusive education.

Position title:

Lecturer.
Salary: $70,977 – $199,722 full‑time. Salary based on UC academic scale (minimum at appointment).
Percent time: 5–100% (generally part‑time).
Start:
Fall 2026 or later. Position may be for one semester or full academic year, with potential renewal.

• Prepare and deliver lecture courses in environmental and energy law topics.
• Develop syllabi, course materials, and maintain course website.
• Hold office hours, assess student work, provide feedback, assign grades, and advise students.
• Teach in‑person during required law school class times.

• Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
  • Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent international degree) is required.
• Additional qualifications (required at time of start)
  • J.D., Ph.D., M.B.A., LL.M. or equivalent degree, plus a minimum of three years of professional experience in legal practice, judicial clerkship, or law‑school teaching in the United States.
  • Or Bachelor’s degree plus a minimum of six years of such professional experience.
• Preferred qualifications
  • Experience teaching at a U.S. law school.
  • Five or more years of legal practice in the United States or another jurisdiction, especially in civil litigation and procedure.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.
  • Ability to support all students through an inclusive curriculum and pedagogy.
  • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship not available.

• Curriculum Vitae (most recent).
• Cover Letter (include teaching experiences, approach, interests; capped at 300 words).

The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.

Berkeley, CA

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