Visiting Assistant Professor of Law

Visiting Assistant Professor of Law Department LAW Position Category Faculty Job Description The visiting instructional faculty member shall have the primary responsibility of teaching and shall be held accountable for these obligations as they contribute to the attainment of the mission of the University, the School, and the Department. The position is for one year with the possibility of renewal for a second year at the mutual agreement of the law school and visiting faculty member. The Lincoln Memorial University Duncan School of Law in Knoxville, Tennessee ("LMU Law") is seeking applications to fill visiting faculty positions for the 2026-2027 academic year. The full-time teaching positions would begin as soon as July 6, 2026 and no later than August 3, 2026. The positions are for one year with the possibility of renewal for a second year at the mutual agreement of the law school and visiting faculty member. The visiting faculty members will teach required courses in subjects that may include, but not be limited to: Property I and II, Legal Writing, Legal Research, and Academic and Bar Success courses Required Qualifications Requirements for the visiting faculty position include a J.D. degree; bar membership in any U.S. jurisdiction (may be inactive); a superior academic record; practice experience and/or teaching experience; a commitment to incorporating innovative teaching methods, including technology and practical skills; and dedication to the mission of LMU Law. The position would be ideal for a practicing attorney who is considering a transition to a career in academia. Preferred Qualifications Physical Demands Campus Duncan School of Law Job Duty Job Duty

• teach law school courses as assigned; Job Duty
• provide course and classroom conduct as outlined in the Faculty/Staff Policy Manual; Job Duty
• comply with the university Faculty/Staff Policy Manual; Job Duty
• conduct office/conference hours; Job Duty
• submit textbook requests; Job Duty
• comply with announced requirements; Job Duty
• engage in professional development; Job Duty
• promote the mission of Lincoln Memorial University to all faculty, staff, students and to the community at large; Job Duty
• attend department, school and university faculty meetings (optional); Job Duty
• attend commencement activities; Job Duty
• participate in annual faculty evaluation; and Job Duty
• perform other duties as assigned.

Posting Detail Information Posting Number F01701P Job Open Date 04/08/2026 Job Close Date 08/08/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions Summary About the Institution Lincoln Memorial University is a values-based learning community dedicated to providing educational experiences in the liberal arts and professional studies. The main campus is located in Harrogate, Tennessee. For more information about employment opportunities, contact the Office of Human Resources at 423-869-7112 or humanresources@lmunet.edu. AA/EEO Statement Lincoln Memorial University is an Equal Opportunity education institution. Lincoln Memorial University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in all University programs and activities. Background Check Statement The University will conduct criminal background checks on all employees. Background checks may include but are not limited to confirmation of the individual's identity, credit information, motor vehicle driving record, review of an individual's criminal conviction record (if any), verification of any license, and certificate or degree required for the position.