Clinical Professor of Law

Appointment Status:

Non-Tenure Track Department:

IU Bloomington Maurer School of Law Location Bloomington Position Summary

INDIANA UNIVERSITY MAURER SCHOOL OF LAW

invites applications from candidates interested in joining its full-time faculty as a clinical law professor. We are seeking candidates who have substantial experience in family law, domestic relations law, or in related matters to manage a public interest legal services clinic focused on representing indigent and low-income clients in Monroe County and other counties in Indiana. The position requires an unwavering commitment to teaching and mentoring students in an environment dedicated to excellence as well as strong enthusiasm for leveraging technology to expand the reach and impact of public interest initiatives. The clinical faculty member position includes both service and teaching obligations, including but not limited to

• Designing, implementing, and managing clinical projects that fulfill the program's mission of providing experiential learning and community service
• Supervising and mentoring law students in real-world casework, including client interviews, legal research, and court appearances
• Collaborating with relevant stakeholders to design and implement technological tools and solutions to enhance the program's reach and efficacy
• Assisting faculty colleagues in a larger law school project to coordinate the various public interest student opportunities at Maurer Law into a cohesive public interest experiential program
• Collaborating with faculty and staff to integrate public interest initiatives into the broader curriculum
• Establishing and maintaining partnerships with local community organizations and local courts; and
• Participating actively in faculty governance, including with clinical faculty voting rights and committee work.

This position is expected to commence on July 1, 2026, but an earlier start date is negotiable. Salary range, depending on qualifications and experience, begins at $105,000 for a 12-month appointment, with generous employer-supported benefits. Clinical faculty at Maurer are on a series of five-year presumptively renewable contracts upon promotion to clinical professor. We welcome lateral applicants as well as less experienced applicants. Basic Qualifications Applicants must possess a J.D. degree and must be admitted to practice in Indiana or licensed in another jurisdiction and eligible to be admitted on motion to practice in Indiana. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of litigation experience in matters related to family and domestic relations law, as well as experience in or a willingness to assist in the design of technological solutions to further extend the benefits of Maurer's public interest program to a wider audience in Indiana. Department Contact for Questions Questions regarding the position or application process can be directed to the Search Committee at lawappts@iu.edu . Additional Qualifications At least one year of clinical teaching experience is preferred but not required. Special Instructions Interested candidates should submit a C.V., a letter of interest, and contact information for three references.

For Best Consideration Date:

11/24/2025

Expected Start Date:

07/01/2026 Posting Number IU-101409-2025