Law Adjunct — Practice- Teaching & Mentorship

Position: Law Adjunct — Practice-Ready Teaching & Mentorship

Description

The Southern Illinois University Simmons Law School seeks applicants for adjunct faculty at the rank of Assistant Professor of Practice. This is a term, non-tenure track faculty appointment.

Adjunct faculty are hired based on the needs of the law school and applications are continually evaluated throughout the year, withthe first review beginning on May 4, 2026. Because program needs change quickly, candidates with a completed application on filewill be given full consideration as vacancies open.

Examples of Duties

Adjunct faculty members are practicing attorneys, judges, orsubject-matter experts who contribute to the academic mission ofthe law school through high-quality teaching and student engagement. Responsibilities include the following:

teaching assigned course(s) in accordance with the approved curriculum and academic standards of the law school;

holding scheduled class sessions (in-person, online, or hybrid) and ensure coverage of required instructional minutes;

designing and administering appropriate and required assessments (e.g., exams, papers, simulations, or practical exercises);

evaluating student performance fairly and timely, consistent with law school grading policies;

providing meaningful feedback to support student learning andbar preparation;

responding to student communications in a timely and professional manner and providing them supportive instruction outside of class meetings;

engaging in other duties as determined by the Associate Deanfor Academic Affairs.

All faculty members are expected to adhere to all University, Law School, ABA accreditation, collective bargaining agreement, andother relevant policies and procedures.

Due to the newly established $100,000 fee for H-1B petitions requesting consular processing outside of the U.S., Southern Illinois University is unable to provide H-1B sponsorship at thistime for any prospective applicant who is outside of the U.S. and requires consular processing.

Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.

This position is represented by SIU Carbondale Non-Tenure Track Faculty Association/IEA-NEA. For more information regarding salaryand other details please visit: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). .

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• JD from an ABA approved law school
• Licensed member of a state bar in good standing
• 5 years of legal practice experience. The minimum years of required practice may be waived on account of exceptional circumstances, such as outstanding law school performance or an advanced degree in a related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior teaching experience in a law school setting

R
equired Documents :
Submit a letter of application,CV, and three references .

Contact: Angela Upchurch, aupchurch

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While Carbondale includes many of the amenities ofurban life, it retains its small-town flavor. Cost of living is considerably lower in the region than similar areas elsewhere, andmany employees commute from nearby counties.

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