Visiting Instructor of Legal Research and Writing

Visiting Instructor of Legal Research and Writing

Posting Number: R0003602
Location: Salem Campus

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Position Summary:
The Visiting Instructor will teach two sections each semester of Legal Research and Writing (LRW), although in his discretion, the Dean may instead require the Visiting Instructor to teach (or co-teach) one section each semester of either Applied Legal Analysis or Legal Analysis for the Bar Exam instead of one of the sections of LRW.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
JOB DUTIES:

The duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following functions, which are not listed in any particular order of significance:

• Teach one or two sections of Legal Research and Writing (LRW) per semester, which includes providing classroom instruction, timely written feedback on assignments, and individual academic counseling on progress towards course learning objectives.
  
• In lieu of one of the sections of LRW, teach either Applied Legal Analysis or Legal Analysis for the Bar per semester, which includes providing classroom instruction, timely written feedback on student assignments, and individual academic counseling on bar exam readiness.
  
• Refine and/or develop and implement programming to assist students in preparing for academic success while in law school and passing the state bar exam after graduation.
  
• Work closely with students in both the legal research and writing, academic success, and bar preparation programs, while maintaining professionalism and appropriate demeanor that encourages learning.
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited U.S. law school required.
  
• Experience: At least two years' experience as a licensed attorney in the practice of law, which experience must have involved the preparation and editing of high-quality legal work product, is preferred.
  
• Computer skills: Proficient in the use of computer for word processing and electronic communication. Ability to learn and adapt quickly to new software. Any combination of education, training or experience that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the essential functions of the position. Law degree required.
  
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  
• Knowledge of, or enthusiasm to learn about preparation for, the Oregon bar exam and/or the Uniform Bar Exam.
  
• A genuine enthusiasm for student success, and an ability to be empathetic towards students with academic challenges.
  
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
  
• Ability to maintain confidentiality on sensitive issues.
  
• Ability to work independently as well as establish and maintain harmonious relations with staff, faculty, students and professionals in the community regardless of their race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, economic status, ethnicity, job status, or other background.
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

At least one year's experience teaching in an ABA-accredited law school, preferably in the school's legal research & writing program.

TYPICAL WORK SCHEDULE:

Monday - Friday 8am to 5pm

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING CONDITIONS:

Standard office/classroom environment.

All University positions require that candidates submit to a criminal conviction record check prior to hire. Conviction does not automatically preclude candidates from being hired. Nature of conviction will be considered relative to the duties of the position.

You will need to upload the following two documents as part of your application materials in the "My Experience" section labeled Resume:

• Cover letter addressing the required/desired qualifications and presenting any other applicant characteristics which deserve emphasis
  
• Current Resume
  

​Incomplete applications will not be considered.



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Believing that diversity contributes to academic excellence and to rich and rewarding communities, WU is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty, staff and student body. We seek candidates, particularly those from historically under-represented groups, whose work furthers diversity and who bring to campus varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds.

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