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.
Be the First to Apply Job Description Teach one or two courses for the University of Memphis, generally at the graduate level.
THIS POSTING IS NOT A GUARANTEE OF AN OPEN POSITION.
Applications for part-time faculty positions are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed by the department chair when openings become available. Future teaching assignments are on a term-by-term basis, which may include fall, spring and summer. Postings close yearly on January 31; to maintain your application within the system, you will need to re-apply each year. At the time of application, applicants should be prepared to upload a cover letter, resume/CV, references list, statement of teaching philosophy, & an unofficial transcript. Qualifications Preferred candidates will have a Master's or Doctoral degree in the areas of Speech-language pathology, audiology, or related area and/or 18 hours of graduate work in the teaching discipline. Previous higher education teaching experience strongly desired. Selected candidates must agree to and pass a criminal background check in order to be employed. About Us The University of Memphis is a leading, student-centered, urban public R1 research institution. Located in Memphis, Tennessee, on 1,160 acres. The University serves a population of nearly 20,000 students and 2,500 employees, including more than 1,000 full-time faculty members. The University offers bachelor's degrees in more than 230 areas of study, master's degrees in more than 50 subjects and doctoral degrees in 26 disciplines; supported an institutional record of more than $100 million in research awards for FY24; and has an operating budget of close to $500 million. Job Info Job Identification 118 Posting Date 01/05/2026, 01:00 AM Apply Before 01/31/2027, 01:00 AM Job Schedule Part time Locations 38152 (On-site) Campus Location Park Avenue Campus (Memphis, TN) Hiring Range From $1,000 per credit hour Job Posting Category Part-Time Faculty
