The University of California, Irvine School of Law is inviting qualified lectures to teach courses in our Juris Doctor program (non-clinical). While we will consider proposals for courses reflecting applicants’ specialized expertise in unique areas of law, we often have a need for lecturers in the following areas:
Evidence
Criminal Procedure
Criminal Law
Remedies
Family Law
Federal Courts
Community Property
Secured Transactions
Intellectual Property
Business Law
International Law
Trial Advocacy
Entertainment & Sports Law
Tax Exempt Organizations
General Duties of Lecturers: In addition to teaching responsibilities, general duties include holding office hours, assigning grades, advising students, preparing course materials (e.g., syllabus, handouts, exercises, exams and other assessment tools), and maintaining a course website. UCI Law is interested in candidates who will contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching.
To receive full consideration for any openings please submit a complete application. Completed applications will be reviewed when openings arise. Additional materials and/or references may be requested of finalists.
Candidates who are interested in remaining in the pool after the final date will need to submit a new application.
Lecturer appointments are term appointments. The term appointment falls under the purview of the agreement between the University of California and the American Federation of Teachers. Terms and conditions of employment are subject to UC policy and the collective bargaining agreement available here: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/ix/index.html
Candidates selected for the Fall 2025 Semester are expected to work from:
Fall: August 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025.
Candidates selected for the Spring 2026 Semester are expected to work from:
Spring: January 1, 2026 – May 31, 2026.
All grading obligations must be completed in a timely manner.
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