Adjunct Professor - Law

Minimum Qualifications

• Possess a J.D. or the equivalent
• Have at least three years of teaching or practice experience in the subject area in which they will be teaching
• Prior trial or appellate experience and/or experience participating in law school competitive advocacy programs, and a current law license are strongly preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior trial or appellate experience
• Experience participating in law school competitive advocacy programs
• A current law license

Appointment Information

• Five to ten percent Academic positions
• Appointed for the Fall 2026 semester
• Anticipated start date in August 2026
• Salary range between $3000 and $8000, depending on credit hours
• This position is eligible for work authorization sponsorships

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

• Provide a resume and a cover letter explaining your interest and describing any prior teaching experience
• Up to three letters of reference are preferred but not required
• Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on July 1, 2026
• Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting
• Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered

Contact Information

• To learn more about this specific position, contact Devin Scheidemantel at wds@illinois.edu
• For questions regarding the application process, contact 217-333-2137

Application Status

This position is not eligible for benefits.