NTT Faculty; Law Job Carbondale area,Illinois USA,Education / Teaching

Position: NTT Faculty (Law) (Multiple Vacancies)

Adjunct Faculty Position

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, with the first review beginning on May 4, 2026. Because program needs change quickly, candidates with a completed application on file will be given full consideration as vacancies open.

Examples

of Duties

Adjunct faculty members are practicing attorneys, judges, or subject-matter experts who contribute to the academic mission of the 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 and bar 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 Dean for Academic Affairs.

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

Required Documents:
Submit a letter of application, CV, and three references. Contact:
Angela Upchurch, aupchurch

Southern Illinois University Carbondale is an R1 Opportunity University with a statewide economic impact of $2.7 billion dollars. We offer 200+ undergraduate degrees, minors and specializations, 79 master's degrees, and 40 doctoral degrees. Our main campus is 1,136 acres, with additional acreage in University Farms, Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center, and other facilities. The university is an essential part of the city of Carbondale and an important contributor to the culture of the entire region.

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

The Southern Illinois region is distinct from the rest of the state, boasting considerable natural beauty including the Shawnee National Forest, many state parks, national wildlife areas, and several lakes beloved for recreation. Local foods are readily available in the area, with a variety of eateries and a growing specialized food truck presence. The area is home to the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, an official wine appellation designation.

The wineries extend the cultural reach of the community, hosting live music and continual art exhibits. The campus itself is a microcosm of the area, with a lake and forest on campus, as well as traditional collegiate architecture, quad, and residential halls. Students enjoy outdoor study areas as well as specialized computer labs scattered across campus, including in the three million volume Morris Library.

To learn about employee benefits, employee tuition waivers, and find resources about Carbondale and the Southern Illinois region, visit: .

Southern Illinois University Carbondale is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity, and diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, genetic information, marital status, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation including gender identity, unfavorable discharge from the military or status as a protected veteran.

The university will comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, orders, and regulations.