Legal Research and Writing Faculty - Law

Legal Research and Writing Faculty

Faulkner University Thomas Goode Jones School of Law seeks well-qualified applicants for a full-time Legal Research and Writing Faculty position. The successful candidate must possess a strong academic background, effective communication skills, and a potential for teaching excellence. This person will teach first-year required courses in Legal Reasoning, Writing, and Research (fall semester), Legal Analysis and Persuasion (spring semester), and may teach other courses from time to time.

Faulkner University is a Christian university committed to the highest standards of academic excellence and Christian values. The Law School gives preference in hiring to qualified candidates who are members of the churches of Christ. Additionally, the Law School is actively recruiting candidates who may bring greater gender, racial, and ethnic diversity to the faculty. Information regarding Faulkner Law's programs is available lkner.edu.

This is a full-time, 10-month academic position beginning August 1, 2027 with security of position under the School of Law's policies pertaining to Legal Research and Writing Faculty. Salary will be commensurate with academic qualifications and teaching experience. Priority will be given to applications submitted by November 1, 2026.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-approved institution required
• Active member of the church of Christ preferred

For initial application submit:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover letter (addressing your interest in the position and the Law School's mission)
• Writing sample of five to ten pages from a motion, brief, or predictive memorandum
• A list of at least three academic/professional references with telephone and email contact information

Questions may be addressed to Professor Melvin L. Otey at MOtey

Employment is conditional upon a satisfactory background check and verification of work authorization through E-Verify.

Non-discrimination statement:
Faulkner University is a church-affiliated liberal arts institution committed to employing a highly qualified and diverse administration, faculty and staff, which reflects the University's religious traditions, values, affiliation, and purpose. Thus, the institution invites individuals affiliated with the churches of Christ to submit applications regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, marital status, or disability. Faulkner University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, marital status, or disability in connection with its educational policies, admissions, financial aid, employment, educational programs, or activities.

However, Faulkner University exercises a preference in employment for those qualified applicants who are members of the churches of Christ whose lifestyles are consistent with the mission of the University and with the beliefs and values of the churches of Christ. Please refer to our website for further information: law.faulkner.edu/about-faulkner-law/non-discrimination-policy.