Lecturer Pool

Position overview

Salary range: A reasonable estimate for this position is $70,977 - $144,283.

Open date:
January 1, 2026

Next review date:
Saturday, Jan 31, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date:
Thursday, Dec 31, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

This is a pool recruitment for academic, non-tenure track, limited-term appointments for part-time Lecturer positions. We are seeking qualified candidates with current knowledge and work experience who can create an interactive and engaging learning environment for students. Lecturer positions are dependent upon instructional needs for the  academic year. To see possible course descriptions, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Creating a new course is also a possibility.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidates must have a J.D. or equivalent degree and possess exemplary professional experience in the substantive area of law covered by the course(s).

TO APPLY:

SALARY:

Commensurate with qualifications, education and experience. Salary will be prorated based on percent of appointment for part-time Lecturer positions. The percent of appointment depends on the type and number of courses assigned.

EXPECTED DUTIES:

General responsibilities include: teaching, holding office hours, assigning grades, advising students, preparing course materials (e.g., syllabus), and other duties as assigned.

Screening of applicants begins immediately and will continue as needed. Decisions will be made on a rolling basis and the timing of decisions will vary according to a variety of factors including curricular need and course scheduling. Candidates under consideration will be contacted by the School of Law. The applicant pool will close on December 31, 2026; candidates who have yet to receive an offer and who are interested in remaining in the pool after that time will need to submit a new application.

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Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

• A J.D. degree or equivalent degree
• Possess exemplary professional experience in the substantive area of law covered by the course(s)

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Sample Student Evaluation(s) (Optional)
• Statement of Teaching (Optional)
• Authorization to Release Information Form - This form is required for all applicants applying to academic recruitments. Please see the Employment Disclosure Requirements webpage for more information. Download, complete, sign, and upload the form.

Reference requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)

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