Assistant Professor Of Practice In Prelaw And Legal Studies

The School of Anthropology, Political Science, and Sociology seeks an Assistant Professor of Practice (Non-Tenure Track) in Prelaw and Legal Studies. This is a renewable nine-month appointment, beginning August 16, 2024. This is a full-time position with responsibilities that include teaching courses, mentoring students, assisting in program coordination, and participating in recruitment & retention. The position requires a PhD in Political Science or a JD. The successful candidate will participate in undergraduate teaching and mentorship (75 percent) and provide School/University service appropriate to their academic rank (25 percent). Specifically, the candidate will:

• Teach high-quality courses in law and society, constitutional law, and other topics in legal studies. This includes teaching both on-campus, in-person courses and online, distance-education courses.

• Provide mentorship and guidance to students interested in applying to law school and pursuing a career in law.

• Actively participate in recruitment and retention efforts, collaborating with College recruitment and retention staff.

• Assist the School in the coordination of the Political Science prelaw and legal studies programs.

Minimum Qualifications:

A PhD in Political Science or a Juris Doctorate. Applicants with a PhD must demonstrate a specialization in public law. Applicants will be considered if all requirements for the degree will be completed by August 15, 2024. If all degree requirements are not completed by August 15, 2024, the candidate will be appointed at the lower rank at a reduced salary (see https://policies.siu.edu/personnel-policies/chapter2/ch2-faps/faculty-contingent.php). In addition to the degree requirement, applicants must demonstrate:

• Experience teaching undergraduate students.

• Commitment to recruiting and mentoring students who are interested in the law and legal careers.

• Commitment to working with students from diverse backgrounds such as racial and ethnic minorities, women, individuals who identify as LGBTQ+, individuals with disabilities, individuals from lower income backgrounds, and/or first-generation or otherwise underserved college students.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Candidates who demonstrate excellence in mentoring students interested in the law and legal careers are preferred.

•  Candidates with experience in the legal profession are preferred.

Contact: Stacia Werner, swerner@siu.edu Applications must be submitted online https://jobs.siu.edu.