Lecturer (Legal Skills Professor)
University of Florida - Fredric G. Levin College of Law · Gainesville, FL · 2 mo ago
On-siteTrainingFull-time
3>About the Role
The University of Florida Levin College of Law seeks to hire at least one professor to teach in its legal writing and legal skills program for the 2027-28 academic year. The University of Florida, located in Gainesville, FL, is among the nation's leading public research institutions and the flagship university of the third largest state.
Responsibilities
- Teach in any part of the legal writing curriculum, especially in first-year courses and pre-trial practice.
- Serve on law school committees and in leadership positions (legal writing faculty have near-complete voting rights).
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent academic degree.
- Commitment to excellence in teaching.
- Rich reservoir of practical experience.
- Enthusiasm for creating a welcoming environment.
Benefits & Support
- Legal writing faculty are valued members of the Florida Law community.
- Scholarship is not required, but those who do engage in scholarship receive summer support.
- All legal writing faculty have professional development accounts.
Application Process
To apply, contact the Appointments Committee's chair Professor Bill Hamilton at hamiltonw@law.ufl.edu. Application materials should include a cover letter and a resume with at least three references; a list of publications and up to three pieces of scholarly work may also be included. Materials should also be uploaded at http://jobs.ufl.edu/.