Offer summary

Qualifications:

A Juris Doctor (J.D.) is required, or a PhD will be considered., Previous online teaching and course development experience is preferred., Strong record of academic and professional achievement is necessary., Expertise in the specific field of law being taught is essential..

Key responsabilities:

Teach online courses for the LLM program in various legal subjects.

Develop courses and subsequently teach them after completion.

Be available for virtual communication with students via phone or webcam.

Ensure course materials are delivered asynchronously.

Founded in 1898, Northeastern is a global research university with a distinctive, experience-driven approach to education and discovery. The university is a leader in experiential learning, powered by the world’s most far-reaching cooperative education program. We integrate classroom study with opportunities for professional work, research, service, and global learning in more than 100 countries. The same spirit of collaboration guides a use-inspired research enterprise focused on solving global challenges in health, security, and sustainability. Northeastern offers a comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate programs leading to degrees through the doctorate in nine colleges and schools, and select graduate programs at campuses in Boston, Charlotte, N.C., San Francisco Bay Area, Seattle, and Toronto. Campuses in Burlington, MA, and Nahant, MA, are home to research institutes for homeland security and coastal sustainability, respectively.

Job description

About the Opportunity

Northeastern University School of Law seeks part-time lecturers to teach online courses for the new online LLM program, which includes but is not limited to Legal Studies, Employment Law, Health Law, Business Law, HR Law, and Compliance. Instructors who develop courses usually teach the course after completion.

Qualifications:

Previous online teaching and course development experience preferred. A Juris Doctor (J.D.) is required, but we will also consider candidates with a PhD. Position also requires a strong record of academic and professional achievement, preferably with expertise and experience in practice and teaching in a particular field for which you are applying.

Courses are asynchronous (not live) but instructors must be available to speak with students virtually by phone or webcam client.

Documents to Submit:

Resume, Cover letter, and References

Position Type

Academic

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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