Adjunct Faculty, Law

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Our accomplished faculty collaborate with students to explore interdisciplinary questions and produce innovative research that lays the foundation for future personal and professional success. With a beautiful campus in Hempstead, NY, Hofstra’s location seamlessly merges the tranquility of coastal suburban living with the boundless opportunities of nearby New York City.
Hofstra University seeks candidates who will contribute to a supportive climate for students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We especially encourage women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, veterans, and people with disabilities to apply.

Adjunct Faculty, Law

999972

School of Law

Part-Time

The mission of the Maurice A. Deane School of Law is to prepare, challenge and inspire our students to make a difference in the world while we advance important ideas through the legal academy, the profession and society — making an impact of our own. Since 1970, Hofstra Law has provided more than 13,000 students with an education rich in both the theory and experiential skills needed to produce outstanding lawyers, business executives, and community leaders.The Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University is pleased to invite applications for Adjunct Faculty positions in a broad range of substantive areas for the 2024-25 academic year including, but not limited to:Arts, Entertainment, or Media LawCommercial LawConstruction LawCriminal ProcedureEducation LawEvidenceFoundational LawyeringInternational LawLaw & TechnologyReal Estate TaxAdditionally, the Law School is pleased to invite proposals for unusual or innovative courses not being currently taught. This is a part-time position.Our Adjunct Faculty benefit from being part of an active, engaged and diverse law school community of scholars and teachers. All Adjunct Faculty are warmly encouraged to participate in our workshops, conferences, and other aspects of academic life at the Law School and at the University.

· A JD degree is required.· At least five years of professional experience in the related subject matter.· Candidates must demonstrate a strong record of excellence in teaching, scholarship and/or practical experience in their field of expertise.· Successful candidates will have demonstrated a commitment to promoting equity, diversity and inclusion.

· Candidates who have previous experience teaching in a law school are preferred.

Applications should be submitted electronically and include the following: a letter of application, CV, and the names and contact information for three professional references. Successful candidates will be required to provide official academic transcripts and professional letters of recommendation.All other questions can be directed to Ashira Ostrow, Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, at Ashira.Ostrow@hofstra.edu. Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. Due to volume of applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted to participate in additional application processes as specific needs arise.

Open until filled

No

03/07/2024

Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, administrative staff and student body, and encourages applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community.

$2,500-$3,000 per credit