Associate Teaching Professor - Legal Communication & Research
City of Syracuse, Syracuse, Onondaga County, New York, 13201, USA
Listed on 2026-02-24
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Education / Teaching
University Professor, Academic
Associate Teaching Professor - Legal Communication & Research
Job Title Associate Teaching Professor - Legal Communication & Research
Location
Campus
Commitment to On-Campus Experience
Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Syracuse University values the collaboration, mentorship, and spontaneous connections that happen when our community works together on campus.
Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy.
Pay Range
Pay Range $80,000 - $115,000
Salary offers at Syracuse University will be based on education, experience, and relevant skills, as well as the academic or professional discipline of the position in the context of the home department, school, or college. Salary offers may also be influenced by prior relevant work or industry experience, where applicable. Faculty pay ranges are for 8.5 months’ salary unless otherwise specified.
Pay rates at Syracuse University are based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, the job responsibilities; the candidate’s education, training, work experience and key competencies; the university’s strategic priorities; internal peer equity; applicable federal, state, local laws, grant funding and contractual requisites; and external market analyses.
FLSA Status
FLSA Status Exempt
Hours
Hours will be determined by the Dean.
Job Type
Job Type Full-time
Rank
Rank Associate
Unionized Position Code Not Applicable
Job Description
Syracuse University College of Law invites applications for an Associate Teaching Professor position teaching Legal Communication and Research (“LCR”).
Syracuse University College of Law invites applications for an Associate Teaching Professor position. This position is a three-year contract faculty position eligible for subsequent three- or five-year contract renewals. Candidates are expected to teach in the residential and online law school programs. Teaching duties include multiple sections of LCR I and LCR II in the first-year curriculum, with the possibility of teaching other courses, including Civil Procedure, as needs develop.
Candidates should have an excellent academic record and should hold a JD degree from an accredited law school. Preferred post-JD experience and credentials include advanced degrees, judicial clerkships, relevant legal practice (including proficiency with the use of AI tools in legal practice), and prior teaching experience. A demonstrated commitment to excellent classroom teaching is required. Candidates must have the skills and abilities to effectively interact with many different groups of students, colleagues, and community members.
The anticipated start date for this position is August 2026. This is an academic-year position with up to eighteen (18) credits of teaching across fall and spring semesters. Willingness to teach overload for additional pay during the summer is preferred. The salary range for an Associate Teaching Professor, depending on experience, is $ 80,000 to $ 115,000 with benefits. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and the names of three references who can assess the candidate’s potential as a legal academic at Priority consideration will be given to applications received on or before March 9, 2026.
Qualifications
- Candidates should have an excellent academic record and should hold a JD degree from an accredited law school.
- Preferred post-JD experience and credentials include advanced degrees, judicial clerkships, relevant legal practice, or similar experience.
Job Specific Qualifications
- Strong research and writing skills are necessary for this position, as is a demonstrable commitment to excellent classroom teaching.
- Although scholarship is not a requirement for this position, an interest in scholarship, particularly in the area of legal research and writing, is encouraged.
- Provide detailed feedback on student assignments, prepare…
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