Assistant Teaching Professor of Legal Studies The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Assistant Teaching Professor of Legal Studies.
Position Details Location
Hattiesburg
118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001
United States
Division
School of Social Sciences and Global Studies
Position Type
Faculty
Employment Status
Full Time
Grant Funded
No
Pay Grade
Generic Grade
Posting Close Date
Open until filled
Special Instructions to Applicants Candidates should submit a cover letter, C.V., teaching evaluations or evidence of teachingeffectiveness, statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information of three professionalreferences. Review of applications will begin November 15 and will continue until position is filled.
Job Summary The School of Social Science and Global Studies at The University of Southern Mississippi (USM)invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track, Assistant Teaching Professor of Legal Studiesbeginning August 2025. This is a teaching-track position with opportunities for promotion. Thesuccessful candidate will demonstrate a strong background in the study of law and a commitment toundergraduate education. Duties include a 4:4 teaching load and active student mentorship.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities - Teach four courses per semester, fall and spring.
- Hold regular office hours.
- Mentor and advise students in the program.
- Assist students in job placement upon graduation.
- Attend faculty meetings as determined by the Director of the School of Social Science and Global Studies.
- Engage in professional development and/or scholarly activities appropriate to the mission of the School, College and University.
- Provide service to assist the functioning of the School, College, and University.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Juris Doctorate from an American Bar Association-accredited law school. Current license to practicelaw in at least one jurisdiction. A minimum of 3 years of experience in the actual practice of law. At least 1 year of experience supervising paralegals while practicing law or working as a paralegal.
Preferred Qualifications At least 1 year of teaching experience in an American Bar Association approved paralegal studiesprogram.
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As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.