University of Alaska
Term Assistant Professor of Justice
University of Alaska, Juneau, Alaska, United States,
The University of Alaska Anchorage Justice Center invites applications for an Anchorage-based, full-time, term-funded appointment, commencing in January 2025 or August 2025, at the rank of Assistant Professor. The appointment period is nine months, from August to May, each academic year.
This position is responsible for teaching in American Bar Association approved Legal Studies programs and providing service to the University, community, and profession. To accomplish these responsibilities, this position will be expected to organize and teach undergraduate legal and legal specialty skills courses and to perform other faculty duties assigned by the director which may include curriculum development, service on University and public committees, serving as liaison with the professional community, student advising and professional governance processes.
This position will support the Legal Studies program goals of assisting students to develop (1) broad-based knowledge achieved through general college education, (2) exceptionally strong competency in critical thinking and in written and oral communication skills, (3) clear understanding of the rules of ethics governing American judges, lawyers, and paralegals, (4) comprehensive legal vocabulary and understanding of judicial processes, (5) operational knowledge of legal investigatory and discovery techniques, (6) command of skills required for legal research, critical analysis, and technical drafting, (7) knowledge of theories of law, historical influences on the development of law, and fundamental principles of substantive law, and (8) appreciation for the role of law in the allocation of public resources and regulation of social and economic relationships. The standard instructional workload is four courses per semester.
Minimum Qualifications:
Must hold a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from a law school approved by the American Bar Association as of the degree date, be a member in good standing of the Alaska Bar Association or of the bar association of another state, have a minimum of three years' experience in the practice of law, and have worked with or as a paralegal or other nonlawyer legal professional.
Position Details:
This position is located on the University of Alaska campus in Anchorage, Alaska. This is a full-time, 9-month, term-funded, faculty position complete with both a competitive salary and a full employee benefits package, with an expected start date in January 2025. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, faculty time off (FTO), 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. Faculty salaries are based on a variety of factors, including education and experience.
Applications will be accepted for review on 10/01/2024. To ensure consideration, please apply by 11:55 PM, Alaska Standard Time on
09/30/2024 .
Please include the following with your application:
Cover Letter (Candidates should include a description of previous activities representing, working with, or mentoring minorities, individuals with disabilities, women, or members of other underrepresented groups.)
References (3) Note: at least one reference must be related to the applicant’s practice as a lawyer.
Curriculum Vitae or Resumé
Writing Sample
Statement of Teaching Philosophy (Candidates should include a description of how multicultural issues have been or will be brought into their courses.)
Certificate of Good Standing in a state bar association.
*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.
This position is represented by United Academics (UNAC).
This position is term-funded and is reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University's discretion.
The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.
UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual.
The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.
Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Bradley Myrstol, AJiC Director, at
bamyrstol@alaska.edu .
All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.
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This position is responsible for teaching in American Bar Association approved Legal Studies programs and providing service to the University, community, and profession. To accomplish these responsibilities, this position will be expected to organize and teach undergraduate legal and legal specialty skills courses and to perform other faculty duties assigned by the director which may include curriculum development, service on University and public committees, serving as liaison with the professional community, student advising and professional governance processes.
This position will support the Legal Studies program goals of assisting students to develop (1) broad-based knowledge achieved through general college education, (2) exceptionally strong competency in critical thinking and in written and oral communication skills, (3) clear understanding of the rules of ethics governing American judges, lawyers, and paralegals, (4) comprehensive legal vocabulary and understanding of judicial processes, (5) operational knowledge of legal investigatory and discovery techniques, (6) command of skills required for legal research, critical analysis, and technical drafting, (7) knowledge of theories of law, historical influences on the development of law, and fundamental principles of substantive law, and (8) appreciation for the role of law in the allocation of public resources and regulation of social and economic relationships. The standard instructional workload is four courses per semester.
Minimum Qualifications:
Must hold a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from a law school approved by the American Bar Association as of the degree date, be a member in good standing of the Alaska Bar Association or of the bar association of another state, have a minimum of three years' experience in the practice of law, and have worked with or as a paralegal or other nonlawyer legal professional.
Position Details:
This position is located on the University of Alaska campus in Anchorage, Alaska. This is a full-time, 9-month, term-funded, faculty position complete with both a competitive salary and a full employee benefits package, with an expected start date in January 2025. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, faculty time off (FTO), 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. Faculty salaries are based on a variety of factors, including education and experience.
Applications will be accepted for review on 10/01/2024. To ensure consideration, please apply by 11:55 PM, Alaska Standard Time on
09/30/2024 .
Please include the following with your application:
Cover Letter (Candidates should include a description of previous activities representing, working with, or mentoring minorities, individuals with disabilities, women, or members of other underrepresented groups.)
References (3) Note: at least one reference must be related to the applicant’s practice as a lawyer.
Curriculum Vitae or Resumé
Writing Sample
Statement of Teaching Philosophy (Candidates should include a description of how multicultural issues have been or will be brought into their courses.)
Certificate of Good Standing in a state bar association.
*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.
This position is represented by United Academics (UNAC).
This position is term-funded and is reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University's discretion.
The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.
UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual.
The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.
Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Bradley Myrstol, AJiC Director, at
bamyrstol@alaska.edu .
All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.
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