Associate Teaching Professor - Legal Communication and Research and doctrinal courses
City of Syracuse, Syracuse, Onondaga County, New York, 13201, USA
Listed on 2026-03-09
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Education / Teaching
University Professor, Academic -
Law/Legal
Associate Teaching Professor - Legal Communication and Research and doctrinal courses
Job Title Associate Teaching Professor - Legal Communication and Research and doctrinal courses
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 $115,000 - $180,000
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. 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 Exempt
Hours will be determined by the Dean.
Job Type Full-time
Rank Associate
Job Description
Syracuse University College of Law invites applications for an Associate Teaching Professor position teaching Legal Communication and Research (“LCR”) and doctrinal courses
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 LCR I and/or LCR II in the first-year curriculum, Property, Civil Procedure, Contracts, or other required courses, 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 a twelve-month position with twenty-four (24) to thirty (30) credits of teaching across fall, spring, and summer semesters, and an option for remote work. The salary range for an Associate Teaching Professor, depending on experience, is $115,000 to $180,000 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.
Priority consideration will be given to applications received on or before March 9, 2026.
- 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.
- Candidates must have the skills and abilities to effectively interact with many different groups of students, colleagues, and community members.
- 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,…
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