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• List of references.

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Working Title Lecturer (Law) - Legal Writing

Department College of Law-0899

Requisition Number F_260025

Posting Open Date 03/20/2026

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 05/05/2026

Posting Close Date Open Until Filled Yes

Description of Work The University of Nebraska College of Law seeks applications for multiple temporary, non-tenure track lecturer appointments in Legal Analysis, Writing, and Research (LAWR) for the 2026-2027 academic year. These positions are designed for practicing attorneys based in the region who are interested in teaching a section of LAWR while continuing their primary professional responsibilities. The role requires in-person teaching one day per week during both the fall and spring semesters and attendance at weekly team meetings via Zoom. Because of the programs structure, applicants must be available for these standing commitments for the full academic year. Each lecturer will be assigned to one section of LAWR for the 2026-2027 academic year. Compensation is $7,000 per semester.

The position includes the following duties and responsibilities:

• 60% - Prepare and provide classroom instruction throughout the academic year; review and provide feedback on asynchronous exercises; evaluate student work; administer and grade assignments; and empower students to achieve academic and professional success.
• 30% - Conduct individual student meetings; hold office hours; live-grade or provide feedback to students in individual and small group settings and other means to effectively communicate and/or meet with students as needed.
• 10% - Actively contribute to the LAWR program; assist the LAWR director in preparing materials and writing assignments; attend weekly LAWR faculty meetings; collaborate with all LAWR team members; and work with LAWR Teaching Assistants.

As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran or military status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school or its foreign equivalent.
• At least two (2) years of post-J.D. expertise in legal analysis and writing as demonstrated in the resume or CV.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior teaching experience at the law school level or in the area of writing.
• At least five (5) years of post-J.D. expertise in legal analysis and writing as demonstrated in the resume or CV.

Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

Criminal History Background Check Required

Posted Salary

How to Apply Click "Apply for this Job" and complete the faculty information form. Attach the following documents:

• A letter of interest.
• Your curriculum vitae or resume.
• List of references.

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact Chelsi Hayden hayden@unl.edu

Job Category Faculty Non-Tenure Leading

Job Type Part-Time Temporary

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No

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