Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law seeks a qualified individual to serve as a Visiting Assistant Professor of Law during academic year 2017-18. The position is a 10-month, terminal visiting position beginning in the summer of 2017.

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching two courses, one per semester. The fall semester course must be Criminal Law, and the spring semester course is subject to negotiation. The successful candidate will thus have ample time to focus on scholarship and be afforded access to the Law School's library and related resources. Past Visiting Assistant Professors of Law at Villanova have found great success in legal academia.

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian order. Diversity and inclusion have been and will continue to be an integral component of Villanova University's mission. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University's mission and values.

Duties and Responsibilities

Teach one section of the four-credit first-year Criminal Law course in the Fall 2017 semester.
Teach one course in the Spring 2018 semester, in an area subject to negotiation.
Engage in scholarly research, publication, and related scholarly activities.

Minimum Qualifications

Juris Doctor is required.

Preferred Qualifications

An interest in pursuing a career in academia is preferred.

Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours

Special Message to Applicants

All applications are to include:
Application cover letter.
Current and complete curriculum vitae.
Statement of teaching philosophy.
List of 3 references. We will contact the references for finalists only.
Unofficial academic transcripts are required to submit application. Official transcripts will be required from finalist only.
Review of applications begins upon receipt and continues until the position is filled.

Open Until Filled:

Salary Posting Information: Salary commensurate with experience

Salary Band: N/A

Job Classification: Faculty

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