Visiting Professor of Law

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

PENN STATE DICKINSON LAW, located in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, is seeking Visiting Assistant Professors of Law, Visiting Associate Professors of Law, or Visiting Professors of Law for the 2024-2025 academic year. Visiting faculty work in support of the law school’s mission to prepare students to practice greatness. The appointment term may be for Fall 2024, Spring 2025, or the full 2024-25 academic year. The title will depend on the experience of the candidate. The compensation will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s current rank, title, education, and experience. 

Dickinson Law has a variety of curricular needs for the 2024-2025 academic year, including Advocacy and Litigation Courses, Corporations, Legal Analysis & Writing, Legal Research, Professional Responsibility, and Torts.  Secondary course coverage needs are Civil Procedure and Contracts.  

We are open to considering applicants with a wide range of substantive and teaching experience. Candidate qualifications may include relevant teaching or practice experience, fellowships, judicial clerkships at any level, interdisciplinary scholarly interests, and/or post-J.D. studies, degrees, or certificates.  Successful applicants must have experiences that suggest an ability to effectively teach students in a legal education setting.

The assistant teaching professor should possess a terminal degree or its equivalent in an academic field related to his/her teaching specialization; alternatively, the assistant teaching professor without a terminal degree should possess at least a master's degree or its equivalent in an academic field related to their teaching specialization; must have demonstrated ability as a teacher and adviser; and must have shown evidence of professional growth, scholarship, and/or mastery of subject matter. 

The associate teaching professor should possess a terminal degree in an academic field related to their teaching specialization; must have demonstrated ability as a teacher and adviser; and must have shown evidence of professional growth, scholarship, and/or mastery of subject matter. Alternatively, the associate teaching professor without a terminal degree should possess at least a master's degree or its equivalent in an academic field related to their teaching specialization; and must have demonstrated exceptional ability as a teacher and adviser while in the rank of senior lecturer or instructor; and must have shown evidence of professional growth, scholarship, and/or mastery of subject matter at a level of distinction beyond that of the assistant teaching professor.

The teaching professor should possess a terminal degree in an academic field related to their teaching specialization; must have demonstrated exceptional ability as a teacher and adviser while in the rank of associate teaching professor; and must have shown evidence of professional growth, scholarship, and/or mastery of subject matter at a level of distinction beyond that of the associate teaching professor. 

As a leader in antiracist legal education , Dickinson Law especially welcomes people of color, women, the LGBTQ+ community, those interested in advancing antiracist teaching pedagogy, and others who will enrich the diversity of our academic community to apply. To learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion, visit http://equity.psu.edu/psu-diversity-statement . The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

Inquiries may be sent to the Chair of the Appointments Committee, Professor Martin Skladany, through Jeannie Perez at [email protected] .

How to Apply:

To apply, submit a letter and curriculum vitae through the Penn State jobs website at https://hr.psu.edu/careers . Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled.  Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. 

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About Dickinson Law

Founded in 1834, Dickinson Law is one of the oldest law schools in the country and the oldest in Pennsylvania. It is one of Penn State’s two fully accredited law schools. Our faculty and students benefit from the reputation, network, and opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration that come with being a part of one of the world’s preeminent research universities. Visit us at: https://dickinsonlaw.psu.edu/

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here .

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. 

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

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