Adjunct Professor (Part-time) - UIC Law

Adjunct Professor (Part-time) - UIC Law Hiring Department: UIC Law Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1039404 Posting Close Date: May 15, 2026 Salary: The budgeted salary for this position is typically $1,000 per credit hour. Position Summary To support and teach classes in the Law School's Juris Doctor programs. Duties & Responsibilities Develop and deliver engaging and rigorous classroom instruction for the assigned course(s), adhering to the established curriculum and learning objectives. Utilize diverse teaching methods (e.g., lectures, case studies, simulations) to foster active learning and critical thinking among students. Prepare and distribute clear and concise course materials, including syllabi, assignments, and exams. Evaluate student performance through assignments, exams, and participation, providing timely and constructive feedback. Stay current on relevant legal developments and scholarship in the assigned area of law. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA‑accredited law school or its equivalent from a foreign country. Minimum of 5 years of experience practicing law in the relevant legal field. Demonstrated ability or potential to teach effectively in a law school setting. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Experience with or willingness to learn the Blackboard learning management system. Admission to a state or foreign bar (or inactive/retired status). Must be in good standing with any bar which they have been admitted. Benefits This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. EEO Statement The University does not engage in discrimination or harassment against any person because of race (ethnicity), color, religion, sex, pregnancy, disability, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, order of protection status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), arrest record status, unfavorable discharge from the military, or status as a protected veteran (military status) and complies with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action laws, orders, and regulations. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation. Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Illinois Chicago