Adjunct Instructor, Legal Research and Writing LLM Students, College of Law

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Adjunct Instructor, Legal Research and Writing for LLM Students, College of Law

The University of Cincinnati College of Law seeks lawyers and judges to teach a part‑time Legal Research and Writing course for LLM students during Fall 2026. The course introduces students to research skills, persuasion strategies, and written communication essential for legal practice.

• Prepare the syllabus, select teaching materials, and develop lesson plans.
• Provide a classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Teach the assigned course using effective pedagogical methods.
• Track student attendance and refer attendance or performance issues to Administration.
• Use the institution’s learning management platform (Canvas) to post assignments and communicate with students.
• Read submitted student work, provide written comments in a timely manner.
• Hold office hours for individualized guidance.
• Work with Administration to schedule make‑up classes for cancelled sessions.
• Grade mid‑term and final exams and other assessments; submit grades per Associate Dean timelines.
• Review course evaluations to assess teaching effectiveness.
• Adhere to all University and College of Law policies.
• Complete employment documentation and required trainings.

• Hold a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA‑accredited law school or equivalent.
• Five years post‑J.D. experience in legal practice or a related field (exceptions allowed for co‑teaching).
• Effective communication skills.
• Professional composure and demeanor.
• Promote the College’s vision, mission, and core values.

• Prior teaching experience desirable, but not essential.
• Demonstration of teaching potential required.
• Face‑to‑face instruction is default; distance learning may be approved under the Distance Learning Policy.

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Professional development and mentorship opportunities.
• University employee discount program.
• Limited tuition remission for early‑career positions.
• Retirement plans: state pension options (OPERS, STRS).
• Work‑life balance: pro‑rated vacation, sick time, paid holidays.

UC is an E‑Verify employer. As part of the hiring process, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility via the Federal I‑9 process.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

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