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.
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School of Supply Chain Management, Marketing and Management EEO number: 27A027
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NA Job Summary/Basic Function WSU's Raj Soin College of Business, School of Supply Chain Management, Marketing and Management is accepting applications for adjunct teaching positions for the 2026-2027 academic year. The department of Management is seeking an adjunct to teach Law 4300 - Legal Aspects of the Workplace, and/or
MBA 5400-90
- Survey of Business Law.
Primary topics include:
U.S. legal system as it relates to business, ethics in business, basics of contract law, the uniform commercial code, crimes, torts, intellectual property, the internet and how they relate to business, and alternate dispute resolution.t Minimum Qualifications A Juris Doctor (JD) degree. Prior experience teaching business law (or related field). Applicant must possess an academic degree one level above the level at which they will teach, except in programs for terminal degrees or when equivalent experience is established. In terminal degree programs, adjunct faculty must possess the same level of degree. If teaching outside field of their advanced degree, adjuncts must have completed at least 18 graduate level credit hours of instruction in the field where they teach. At least 1 year professional or teaching experience. Current work activities must establish that the adjunct instructor is a practitioner in their teaching field consistent the requirements of AACSB qualifications for business faculty. Preferred Qualifications Teaching experience preferred. Professional certifications and other professional development experience will be preferred; prior teaching experience at AACSB accredited business school. Essential Functions and percent of time Teaching. 100% Prepare and teach assigned courses at assigned class meetings, based on course catalog description and approved course outline. Preparation of course syllabus. Prepare and objectively grade class assignments, participation, and exams within a timely manner, in accordance with SCMM policies. Maintain accurate, transparent student records. Assist and foster student success through the maintenance of regularly scheduled office hours and timely responses to email inquiries. Adhere to all administrative University policies. Maintain appropriate professional development to stay current within assigned courses. Maintain appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics; and Other duties as assigned by contract and/or the Raj Soin College of Business. Working Conditions Special contract terms and conditions of employment apply. To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University before making an employment offer conduct various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources . Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco-free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employees. Special Instructions to Applicants Official transcripts will be required at the time of hire.
