William & Mary

Adjunct Professor

Location
Williamsburg, VA
Pay
Not disclosed
Type
Part-time · In-Person
Posted
August 6, 2025

About this position

Job Requisition: JR100647 Adjunct Professor (Open) Department: CC00202 WM001 | SLAW | Law School Faculty Operations Job Description Summary: The William & Mary Law School is recruiting a pool of adjunct faculty to teach one or more courses within the Juris Doctor (J.D.) and Master of Laws (LL.M.) residential programs. Job Description: Adjunct faculty serve a vital role within the Law School and are valued members of the community. Under the guidance of the Assistant Dean for Academic and Faculty Affairs, adjunct faculty design and teach courses, facilitate course activities, provide students with timely feedback, and grade assignments and exams. Adjunct faculty are provided with professional learning opportunities and are invited to attend on-campus events. Adjunct duties include: Prepare the syllabus and relevant material for course delivery Provide students with timely and specific feedback Grade assignments and exams in a timely manner and no later than the deadline set by the law school Respond to student inquiries within 24 hours Offer weekly office hours for individual or group consultation Submit final grades according to William & Mary policy and the individual program calendars Submit end-of-semester feedback and reflection form Maintain frequent and open communication with William & Mary faculty and staff through email, telephone, and any other medium deemed appropriate Required Qualifications: Please make sure your cover letter and CV or resume clearly indicate how you meet the following required qualifications: Master's degree, Juris Doctor or equivalent, or other graduate degree directly related to the discipline from an accredited college or university. Expertise and relevant professional and/or instructional experience in general law education, Business Law, Criminal Law & Procedure, Environmental Law, Intellectual Property, International Law, National Security Law, Public Interest and Social Justice, or Political Law. Demonstrated communication and collaboration skills. Preferred Qualifications: Please make sure your cover letter and CV or resume clearly indicate whether you meet any of the preferred qualifications: Other doctoral degree directly related to the discipline. Previous experience providing instruction to adult learners in an academic or corporate setting. Demonstrated excellence in teaching. Previous teaching experience at the graduate level. Computer proficiency and experience using Blackboard or other online learning platforms. Conditions of Employment: This is a part-time position paid semi-monthly over the term of the course. This position is not benefit-eligible. This position is restricted to a specified term. Additional Job Description: A CV and cover letter are required. Job Profile: JP0738 - Adjunct Professor NTE - Exempt - Salary - S99 Qualifications: Position Restrictions: Restricted Term EEO is the Law. Applicants can learn more about William & Mary's status as an equal opportunity employer by viewing the "Know Your Rights" poster published by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. https://www.eeoc.gov/know-your-rights-workplace-discrimination-illegal Background Check: William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check. Remote Work Disclaimer: Remote work eligibility is not guaranteed and is subject to approval. Employee eligibility depends on the likelihood of the employee succeeding in a remote work arrangement and the supervisor's ability to manage remote workers. Departments and/or Human Resources may amend, alter, change, delete, or modify eligibility.

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