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Title Lecturer and Director of Academic and Bar Success Program Appointment Status Non-Tenure Track Department IU Indianapolis Robert H. McKinney School of Law Location Indianapolis Position Summary
The INDIANA UNIVERSITY ROBERT H. MCKINNEY SCHOOL OF LAW invites applications for the position of Lecturer and Director of Academic and Bar Success Program (ABS). The position is a full-time, 12-month, non-tenure-track position. The salary range for this position, commensurate with experience, is between $90,000 and $115,000, plus benefits. In addition, a generous professional development fund will be available. The workload allocation for this position is 40% administrative and 60% teaching.
Essential functions of the position include:
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to be promoted to Senior Lecturer with long-term appointment status following a probationary period.
The culture and academic environment of IU McKinney and IU Indianapolis are central to our mission. We are committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service. All faculty members adhere to Indiana University's Principles of Ethical Conduct and Academic Appointee Responsibilities and Conduct, and support the Code of Student Rights, Responsibilities, and Conduct, including fostering an environment where a broad range of ideas and perspectives can be explored. Active faculty engagement on campus plays a vital role in supporting our students, contributing to school initiatives, and sustaining our academic community. Requests for remote work must demonstrate benefit to the school, be approved by the dean each semester, and follow the school's documentation procedures.
As the state's premier urban research institution, IU Indianapolis is committed to being a welcoming campus community, and we seek candidates whose research, teaching, and community engagement efforts contribute to robust learning and working environments for all students, staff, and faculty.
Interested candidates should submit a CV and cover letter to https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/33293. Individuals who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should provide adequate notice. The application deadline is June 5, although applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The start date for the position is negotiable but ideally, as soon as possible.
Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University's Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.
Basic Qualifications
Qualified candidates must have a juris doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school and have successfully passed a bar exam in a U.S. jurisdiction. In addition, at least four years law practice experience or teaching experience (or a combination) is required.
Supervisory or managerial experience is preferred.Required knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position include:
Department Contact for Questions
Joel Schumm
Carl M. Gray Professor of Law
jmschumm@iu.edu
Additional Qualifications Salary and Rank Special Instructions For Best Consideration Date 06/05/2026 Expected Start Date Posting Number IU-101569-2026
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