Job Information
Touro University Visiting Faculty Member (Assistant, Associate or full Professor) in Central Islip, New York
Overview
Touro University Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center is pleased to announce that it is currently seeking applicants for both full-year and semester long Visiting Professor positions for the 2026-2027 academic year. The law school has a number of curricular needs but is especially interested in candidates specializing in Business Organizations and Civil Dispute Resolution and Procedure. Visiting faculty members are responsible for teaching and assessing law students in a subject matter of law in which they have prior teaching experience.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Prepare and teach graduate-level law student courses in a physical classroom and/or a virtual classroom as assigned and scheduled by the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs
Prepare course materials such as syllabi, assessments, final examinations, assignments, and handouts
Timely grade student assessments, exams, assignments, etc., and provide meaningful feedback to students
Maintain regularly scheduled office hours in order to advise and assist students
Maintain accurate student records
Maintain a regular physical presence at the Law Center
Stay informed of changes in the law and remain current in recent statutory changes and case law developments
Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues
Engage in the intellectual life of the Law Center
Other duties as assigned by the Dean and/or Associate Dean for Academic Affairs
Qualifications
Education/Experience
Juris Doctor (J.D. degree) from an ABA accredited law school required.
Prior teaching experience of the subject(s)
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Commitment to teaching in an environment dedicated to excellence in teaching and mentoring of students
Trains and teaches others
Interprets the meaning of information
Ability to make decisions and solve problems
Resolves conflicts and negotiates with others
Updates and uses relevant knowledge
Exhibits excellent interpersonal skills in communications with supervisors, peers, and subordinates
Displays excellent organizational skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Outlook
Proficiency in or ability to become proficient in using Canvas, learning management system
Knowledge of Zoom and other online communication tools
Travel
- Travel for conferences and professional development
Working Conditions
Extensive Use of Computers
Extensive time sitting and standing
Able to lift up to 5 lbs.
Maximum Salary
USD $200,000.00/Yr.
Minimum Salary
USD $145,000.00/Yr.
Touro University offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes:
Full range of Health Plans
Medical Plans (choice of EPO, PPO, High Deductible HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Dental Plans (PPO & HMO) and Vision Plan
Dependent Care and Transit Programs
Life Insurance, AD&D and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
Short-term and Long-term disability programs
Retirement Plan (403b) - matching contribution up to 5% for eligible/enrolled employees following one year of employment (may make own pre-tax contributions immediately following employment)
Touro University Tuition Exemption Program for eligible employees, their spouse and dependent children
Employee Assistance Program
Early-Release Fridays (upon approval)
Generous Paid Time Off
Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave & Floating Holiday
Annual Holiday Schedule
All campuses of the Touro University unite to promote our core values of Respect, Integrity, and Ethics. As an international institution with diverse and talented faculty and staff, we value an inclusive learning experience where students and employees come first.
Touro University is an equal opportunity employer. Touro University treats all employees, job applicants, and students without unlawful consideration of race, ethnicity, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), age, disability, medical condition, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military service or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We are committed to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy in all decisions, including but not limited to, recruitment, the administration of educational programs and activities, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, placement, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff, suspension, expulsion and termination, and all other terms and conditions of admission, matriculation, and employment.
Inquiries or complaints concerning the non-discrimination policies should be sent to Nicole Barnett, 202 West 43rd Street, 11th Floor, New York, New York, 10036, nicole.barnett@touro.edu (646-565-6285) or, alternatively, to the Chief Compliance Officer at compliance@touro.edu and 646-565-6000 x55330.
Job Locations US-NY-Central Islip
ID 2026-13009
College TUNY - Touro Law Center
Position Type Full-Time
Schedule Shift Varies
Hours Per Week 36.5
Travel As needed
Category Faculty/Academic
FLSA Status Exempt
Location : Country US