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Adjunct Professor, Online Masters of Legal Studies

Role overview

Summary

This role is for an adjunct faculty member in the Online Masters of Legal Studies program at William & Mary. You will design and teach courses, providing feedback and grading assignments while adhering to university policies. The position supports the Law School's mission to deliver quality legal education to students.

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree, Juris Doctor or equivalent, or other graduate degree directly related to the discipline from an accredited college or university.
  • Expertise and relevant professional and/or instructional experience in general law education, compliance law, finance law, environmental law, healthcare law, or technology law.
  • Previous experience providing instruction to adult learners in an academic or corporate setting.
  • Demonstrated communication and collaboration skills.
  • Preferred: Computer proficiency and experience using Blackboard or other online learning platforms.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare the syllabus and update course modules with support from Instructional Designers.
  • Facilitate course activities and meet designated course instruction guidelines.
  • Provide timely feedback to students and grade assignments and exams by set deadlines.
  • Maintain communication with William & Mary faculty and staff through various mediums.

Key facts

Hard skills

Other skills

  • Teaching
  • Communication
  • Collaboration

About the company

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William & Mary

  • Higher Education
  • 1,001–5,000
Located in Williamsburg, Virginia, William & Mary brings together the global opportunities of a larger research university with the personal education of a liberal arts and sciences institution. For more than three centuries, W&M has offered a top-rated educational experience while being consistently recognized as one of the best values in the nation. Choose from 115+ majors, minors and pre-professional programs with 65% of students majoring in STEM and computational-related fields — anything from business analytics to integrative conservation to a major you design yourself. Almost 80% of undergraduate students are involved in faculty-mentored research, with 20% having their work published before they graduate. W&M is known for its undergraduate teaching, career services, internship connections, science lab facilities, study abroad and more. We are committed to affording exceptional students the opportunity for life-changing experiences, regardless of their financial circumstances.

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Job description

Job Requisition:

JR102195 Adjunct Professor, Online Masters of Legal Studies (Open)

Job Posting Title:

Adjunct Professor, Online Masters of Legal Studies

Department:

CC00223 WM001 | SLAW | Law Online & Executive Edu Program

Job Family:

Faculty - Adjunct

Worker Sub-Type:

Adjunct (non-benefited)

Job Requisition Primary Location:

School of Law

Primary Job Posting Location:

Posting Location - William & Mary

Job Description Summary:

Adjunct faculty serve a vital role within the Law School and are valued members of the community. Under the guidance of the Assistant Dean for Academic and Faculty Affairs, adjunct faculty design and teach courses, facilitate course activities, provide students with timely feedback, and grade assignments and exams. Adjunct faculty are provided with professional learning opportunities and are invited to attend on-campus events. 

Job Description:

Job duties and functions assigned to this position: 

  • Prepare the syllabus and, with the support of Instructional Designers, update the relevant course modules as needed. 
  • Use the learning management system (Blackboard). 
  • Work within William & Mary-specific online policies and procedures. 
  • Review course content, activities, and assignments prior to the term’s start date. 
  • Meet all designated course instruction guidelines. 
  • Provide students with timely and specific feedback. 
  • Grade assignments and exams in a timely manner and no later than by the deadline set by the law school. 
  • Respond to student inquiries within 24 hours. 
  • Offer weekly office hours for individual or group consultation. 
  • Submit final grades according to William & Mary policy and the individual program calendars. 
  • Submit end-of-semester feedback and reflection form. 
  • Maintain frequent and open communication with William & Mary faculty and staff through email, telephone, and any other medium deemed appropriate. 

Required Qualifications 

Please make sure your cover letter and CV or resume clearly indicate how you meet the following required qualifications: 

  • Master’s degree, Juris Doctor or equivalent, or other graduate degree directly related to the discipline from an accredited college or university. 
  • Expertise and relevant professional and/or instructional experience in general law education, compliance law, finance law, environmental law, healthcare law, or technology law (including AI and privacy). 
  • Previous experience providing instruction to adult learners in an academic or corporate setting. 
  • Demonstrated communication and collaboration skills. 

Preferred Qualifications 

Please make sure your cover letter and CV or resume clearly indicate whether you meet any of the preferred qualifications: 

  • Other doctoral degree directly related to the discipline. 
  • Demonstrated excellence in teaching. 
  • Previous teaching experience at the graduate level. 
  • Computer proficiency and experience using Blackboard or other online learning platforms. 

Conditions of Employment 

  • This is a part-time position paid semi-monthly over the term of the course. This position is not benefit-eligible.
  • This position is restricted to a specified term. 

Additional Job Description 

A CV and cover letter are required. 

Additional Job Description:

Job Profile:

JP0738 - Adjunct Professor NTE - Exempt - Salary - S99

Qualifications:

Compensation Grade:

S99

Recruiting Start Date:

2026-11-02

Position Restrictions:

Restricted Term

EEO is the Law. Applicants can learn more about William & Mary’s status as an equal opportunity employer by viewing the "Know Your Rights" poster published by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. https://www.eeoc.gov/know-your-rights-workplace-discrimination-illegal

Background Check: William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.


Applicant Notice: By applying for this position, you consent to William & Mary's use, review, and retention of your application materials for recruitment and employment purposes. Materials may be shared with authorized individuals participating in the hiring process and will be managed in accordance with applicable laws and university policies.


Probationary Period Notice: Individuals selected for full-time staff positions will be required to complete a twelve (12) month probationary period in accordance with university policy.

Remote Work Disclaimer: Remote work eligibility is not guaranteed and is subject to approval. Employee eligibility depends on the likelihood of the employee succeeding in a remote work arrangement and the supervisor’s ability to manage remote workers. Departments and/or Human Resources may amend, alter, change, delete, or modify eligibility. 

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