Job description
Department: Part-Time/Hybrid Law Program
Position Category: Faculty
Job Description
The instructional faculty member shall have the primary responsibilities of teaching legal communication and skills-based courses, as well as the performance of service functions. The faculty member shall be held accountable for these obligations as they contribute to the attainment of the mission of the University and the School of Law. This position is a non-tenure track, term appointment as an Assistant Professor with year-round service and instruction obligations. Councils and Committees: The instructional faculty member shall serve on law school and university councils and committees as elected or appointed Faculty Scholarship Expectation: Research and scholarship obligations that are not necessary to the fulfillment of instruction and service obligations are not required. However, to advance in rank or term of contract, scholarship and research performance, as defined by the Faculty/Staff Policy Manual and the Law School Supplement, is necessary and will be considered. As a doctoral level institution, LMUs faculty duties, responsibilities, and reward systems support the scholarship trilogy of teaching, research/creative achievement, and service. Consequently, the University will consider faculty development, workload allocation, merit pay, and promotion processes, which offer incentives for scholarly activities and achievements and promote faculty research productivity. Based on discipline, academic expertise, and institutional mission, elements of the evidentiary scholarly outcomes list (Faculty/Staff Policy Manual and Law School Supplement) should comprise the faculty members professional portfolio
Required Qualifications
Juris Doctor (or equivalent degree); law license in good standing in any U.S. jurisdiction; *evidence of strong legal writing skills; and *evidence of potential for effective teaching and student mentoring
Preferred Qualifications
Strong background in legal writing and skills, which could include practice and teaching experience; effective communication skills; knowledge and mastery of relevant content; commitment to improving students learning and achievement through teaching and advising; and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Campus: Duncan School of Law
Posting Number: F01548P
Job Open Date: 02/06/2026
Open Until Filled: Yes
About the Institution
Lincoln Memorial University is a values-based learning community dedicated to providing educational experiences in the liberal arts and professional studies. The main campus is located in Harrogate, Tennessee. For more information about employment opportunities, contact the Office of Human Resources at 423-869-7112 or [email protected].
AA/EEO Statement
Lincoln Memorial University is an Equal Opportunity education institution. Lincoln Memorial University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in all University programs and activities.
Background Check Statement
The University will conduct criminal background checks on all employees. Background checks may include but are not limited to confirmation of the individual’s identity, credit information, motor vehicle driving record, review of an individual’s criminal conviction record (if any), verification of any license, and certificate or degree required for the position.
Job Duties
- meet all obligations set forth in the Faculty/Staff Policy Manual and the Law School Supplement
- advance the mission of Lincoln Memorial University and the School of Law to all faculty, staff, students and the community at large
- promote effective working relationships among faculty, staff, and students
- teach Legal Communication courses, upper-level writing courses, skills-based courses, and other required and elective courses as assigned by the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs
- develop course materials in collaboration with other faculty
- comply with the University Faculty/Staff Policy Manual and the Law School Supplement
- provide academic advising to students
- conduct office/conference hours
- comply with announced requirements
- engage in professional development, especially in the areas of legal-writing and skills pedagogy
- serve on assigned committees;
- attend school and university faculty meetings
- participate in community and public-service opportunities
- attend commencement activities
- participate in annual faculty evaluations
- perform other duties as assigned
How to apply
LMU’s hiring policies are in accordance with EEO regulations and policies. LMU is committed to diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
