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A Law Professor teaches national and regional legislative ideas and truths, as well as the methods used in practicing various forms of law to students through a combination of classroom instruction, field experience, and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field. In some cases, law professors will perform legal services.
$105,134 / year median in Illinois
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Part-Time Lecturer at The University of Chicago Part-Time Lecturer at The University of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois Posted in 1 day ago. $9,193.00 - $13,000.00 per year Description The Harris School of Public Policy at the University of Chicago invites applications for part-time lecturer positions for the 2026-2027 academic year to teach in our programs. We seek excellent teachers and experienced practitioners to teach in a variety of policy-related areas that enrich the Harris School's already robust curriculum. Candidates must have at least a tentative idea for a course or seminar to be offered, as well as expertise and experience directly relevant to the course or seminar being proposed. Qualified candidates must have a graduate level degree and/or professional experience in the relevant field; a PhD is preferred. Candidates must have relevant or policy-related experience; prior experience teaching students is strongly preferred. We will review applications on an on-going basis throughout the year, beginning on October 2, 2026, but will stop accepting applications for the 2026-2027 academic year on April 1, 2027. Each candidate must submit a curriculum vitae or resume and a course proposal. Optionally, prior teaching course evaluations and other materials relevant to your candidacy may be included. Interested candidates must submit their application through the University of Chicago's Interfolio job boards at: apply.interfolio.com/192736 The terms and conditions of employment for this position are covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the University and Service Employees International Union. The per-course salary for academic year 2026-2027 will range from $9,193 - $13,000. This position is not benefits eligible.