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Bigelow Fellow/Lecturer

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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.

$93,685 / year median in Tennessee

+11% projected growth

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THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO LAW SCHOOL.
We seek to appoint Bigelow Fellows at the rank of Lecturer to teach legal research and writing, effective July 1, 2027. The appointment is for one year with possible reappointment for a second term. We seek candidates who have a law degree, demonstrate promise of distinguished legal scholarship and teaching and who bring diverse perspectives and ideas that enrich student experiences and the Law School's intellectual culture. The Bigelow Program has succeeded in placing its fellows in tenure-track academic positions. For further information, visit http://www.law.uchicago.edu/bigelow/howtoapply . This position is benefits-eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook . Applications are accepted only at apply.interfolio.com/189492 . Cover letter, resume, law school transcript, sample writing, and contact information for 2-3 recommenders must be submitted when applying. Applications accepted until all positions are filled or until 6/30/2027. The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination . Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request.