Director, Business Law Clinic and Clinical Prof...

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Locations:

Bristol, RI

Posted:

Feb 2, 2026

Closes:

Open Until Filled

Type:

Full-time Regular Ref. No.:2781 Position 

ID:

196916

About Roger Williams University:

At Roger Williams University, students are prepared to be thinkers and doers ready to solve challenging problems with innovative solutions. RWU offers 50 majors and robust offerings of graduate and professional programs across eight schools of study including Rhode Island's only law school, with campuses on the coast of Bristol and in the heart of Providence, R.I. With small classrooms and a focus on undergraduate and graduate research and community engagement, a Roger Williams education blends the strength of liberal arts and professional studies, providing all students with the depth and breadth of interdisciplinary thinking and well-rounded knowledge necessary to succeed in our interconnected, global world. RWU is committed to strengthening society through engaged scholarship so that students graduate with the ability to think critically and apply the practical skills that today's employers demand. Roger Williams University seeks to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. We value all races, genders, identities, and abilities. RWU is committed to creating a thriving community that encourages lifelong learning, professional development, and academic innovation. To learn more about Roger Williams University's commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please visit .

Job Description:

The Director, Business Law Clinic and Clinical Professor of Law will direct and teach the assigned clinic. The professor will be responsible for all case supervision, for training and mentoring the students, and for teaching the component class that meets twice each week for two hours each session. During the periods between academic semesters, the professor is responsible for handling all cases and client matters. Teaching and Related Duties Direct and teach an eight-credit clinical program and clearly communicate course expectations to students. Supervise up to ten students each semester as they work with clients in determining and facilitating their legal needs. Research and recommend texts applicable to clinical program and other delivered teaching presentations. Prepare, deliver and grade examinations and review and grade papers in a timely fashion. Explain grades to students. Actively network with community organizations in order to determine community needs and to establish a client base for the clinic. Additional Functions Attend and participate in events including but limited to Orientation, Commencement, Accepted Students Day, etc.

Requirements:

J.D. from an American Bar Association approved law school. Strong organizational, administrative, and communication skills including public speaking ability. Experience supervising law students or newly admitted lawyers. Excellent time management skills, ability to prioritize multiple projects, meet deadlines. Ability to work in a fast paced environment. Ability to work independently and as a member of a team, as well as the ability to maintain and nurture on- going professional relationships with law students, alumni, press outlets, law firms and community-based organizations. Intermediate knowledge of MS Office Suite. Preferred Qualifications Clinical teaching experience. Experience working in in business law either at a firm or as in-house counsel. At the University's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be excepted where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the University, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.