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Syracuse University Associate Teaching Professor - Legal Communication and Research and doctrinal courses in Syracuse, New York
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.