University of Illinois at Chicago
Adjunct Professor (Part-Time) - UIC Law
University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Salary:The budgeted salary for this position is typically $1,000per credit hour.
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
The University of Illinois Chicago offers a very competitive benefits portfolio. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits .
Position Summary To support and teach classes in the Law School's Juris Doctor and Master of Laws degree programs.
Duties & Responsibilities
Develop and deliver engaging and rigorous classroom instruction for the assigned course(s), adhering to the established curriculum and learning objectives.
Utilize diverse teaching methods (e.g., lectures, case studies, simulations) to foster active learning and critical thinking among students.
Prepare and distribute clear and concise course materials, including syllabi, assignments, and exams.
Evaluate student performance through assignments, exams, and participation, providing timely and constructive feedback.
Stay current on relevant legal developments and scholarship in the assigned area of law.
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school or its equivalent from a foreign country.
Minimum of 5 years of experience practicing law in the relevant legal field.
Demonstrated ability or potential to teach effectively in a law school setting.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Experience with or willingness to learn the Blackboard learning management system.
Admission to a state or foreign bar (or inactive/retired status).
Must be in good standing with any bar which they have been admitted.
The budgeted salary for this position is typically $1,000per credit hour.
For fullest consideration, apply onlinehttps://jobs.uic.edu by the listed closing date, December 1, 2025. To beconsidered for an adjunct faculty position, candidates should submit an onlineapplication, including a PDF copy of a resume or curriculum vitae; names andcontact information (preferably including telephone numbers and emailaddresses) for three references familiar with the applicant's practice orteaching credentials; and a cover letter or other document identifying thespecific courses or programs at the School of Law for which the applicantwishes to be considered.
Candidates are asked to refer to the information posted athttps://go.uic.edu/lawadjuncts before submitting an application. Specificcourses and programs for which the School of Law anticipates hiring adjunctfaculty in the near future are posted on that page. Individuals with less thanfive years of law practice experience who otherwise meet the qualifications forthis position should instead consider applying for the Adjunct TeachingAssociate position.
Offers of employment by the University of Illinois may besubject to approval by the University’s Board of Trustees and are madecontingent upon the candidate’s successful completion of any criminalbackground checks and other pre-employment assessments that may be required forthe position being offered. Additional information regarding suchpre-employment checks and assessments may be provided as applicable during thehiring process.
As a qualifying federal contractor, the University ofIllinois System uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility.
The University of Illinois System requires candidatesselected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct orsexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employersregarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment.
The University does not engage in discrimination orharassment against any person because of race (ethnicity), color, religion, sex, pregnancy, disability, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age,order of protection status, genetic information, marital status, sexualorientation, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), arrestrecord status, unfavorable discharge from the military, or status as aprotected veteran (military status) and complies with all federal and state nondiscrimination,equal opportunity, and affirmative action laws, orders, and regulations.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
Looking for more University of Illinois positions? We invite you to search for positions at each of the University of Illinois locations, the University of Illinois System Office and the University of Illinois Foundation. The University of Illinois System Office supports the primary missions of teaching, research, public service, and economic development for all of the Universities and offers positions in all locations. The University of Illinois Foundation is the official fundraising and private gift-receiving agency for the University of Illinois and also offers position in all locations. Click the links below to search for other University of Illinois positions.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
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About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
The University of Illinois Chicago offers a very competitive benefits portfolio. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits .
Position Summary To support and teach classes in the Law School's Juris Doctor and Master of Laws degree programs.
Duties & Responsibilities
Develop and deliver engaging and rigorous classroom instruction for the assigned course(s), adhering to the established curriculum and learning objectives.
Utilize diverse teaching methods (e.g., lectures, case studies, simulations) to foster active learning and critical thinking among students.
Prepare and distribute clear and concise course materials, including syllabi, assignments, and exams.
Evaluate student performance through assignments, exams, and participation, providing timely and constructive feedback.
Stay current on relevant legal developments and scholarship in the assigned area of law.
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school or its equivalent from a foreign country.
Minimum of 5 years of experience practicing law in the relevant legal field.
Demonstrated ability or potential to teach effectively in a law school setting.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Experience with or willingness to learn the Blackboard learning management system.
Admission to a state or foreign bar (or inactive/retired status).
Must be in good standing with any bar which they have been admitted.
The budgeted salary for this position is typically $1,000per credit hour.
For fullest consideration, apply onlinehttps://jobs.uic.edu by the listed closing date, December 1, 2025. To beconsidered for an adjunct faculty position, candidates should submit an onlineapplication, including a PDF copy of a resume or curriculum vitae; names andcontact information (preferably including telephone numbers and emailaddresses) for three references familiar with the applicant's practice orteaching credentials; and a cover letter or other document identifying thespecific courses or programs at the School of Law for which the applicantwishes to be considered.
Candidates are asked to refer to the information posted athttps://go.uic.edu/lawadjuncts before submitting an application. Specificcourses and programs for which the School of Law anticipates hiring adjunctfaculty in the near future are posted on that page. Individuals with less thanfive years of law practice experience who otherwise meet the qualifications forthis position should instead consider applying for the Adjunct TeachingAssociate position.
Offers of employment by the University of Illinois may besubject to approval by the University’s Board of Trustees and are madecontingent upon the candidate’s successful completion of any criminalbackground checks and other pre-employment assessments that may be required forthe position being offered. Additional information regarding suchpre-employment checks and assessments may be provided as applicable during thehiring process.
As a qualifying federal contractor, the University ofIllinois System uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility.
The University of Illinois System requires candidatesselected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct orsexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employersregarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment.
The University does not engage in discrimination orharassment against any person because of race (ethnicity), color, religion, sex, pregnancy, disability, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age,order of protection status, genetic information, marital status, sexualorientation, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), arrestrecord status, unfavorable discharge from the military, or status as aprotected veteran (military status) and complies with all federal and state nondiscrimination,equal opportunity, and affirmative action laws, orders, and regulations.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
Looking for more University of Illinois positions? We invite you to search for positions at each of the University of Illinois locations, the University of Illinois System Office and the University of Illinois Foundation. The University of Illinois System Office supports the primary missions of teaching, research, public service, and economic development for all of the Universities and offers positions in all locations. The University of Illinois Foundation is the official fundraising and private gift-receiving agency for the University of Illinois and also offers position in all locations. Click the links below to search for other University of Illinois positions.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
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