Drexel University

Adjunct - Kline School of Law - JD Program

Posted: Oct 28, 2025

Job Description

About Drexel UniversityLocated in the heart of Philadelphia, Drexel University is a comprehensive, global, R1-level research institution with a unique model of experiential learning that combines academic rigor with one of the nation's premier cooperative education programs. Drexel was founded in 1891 to provide educational opportunities for people of all backgrounds. Today, we continue to prepare graduates of diverse backgrounds to become purpose-driven professionals and agents for positive change. Learn more about Drexel and our shared values.Drexel offers its highly engaged faculty and professional staff a comprehensive and world-class benefits package that includes generous vacation and paid time off as applicable (including civic engagement days), up to an 11% 403(b) Retirement Plan match with immediate vesting, and remote and flexible work options for many roles. Our exceptional medical plans include domestic partner and fertility assistance and our award-winning A Healthier U wellness program. In addition, faculty and professional staff at Drexel enjoy free tuition for themselves and their dependents for Drexel degree programs, certification, and non-certification programs. Drexel also participates in a tuition exchange program for dependents with other higher education institutions. For more information on our extensive benefit offerings, please review Drexel's Benefits Brochure.Applicant ResourcesJob AlertsApplicant LoginSearch Current OpportunitiesFilter ResultsPosition TypeAdjunct 1Work typePart-Time 1LocationsPhiladelphiaUniversity City - Philadelphia, PA 1CategoriesDivision / CollegeKline School of Law 1OrganizationDrexel University 1Adjunct - Kline School of Law - JD ProgramApply now Job no: 505218Work type: Part-TimeLocation: University City - Philadelphia, PACategories: Drexel University, Kline School of LawAbout The Thomas R. Kline School Of LawFounded in 2006, the Thomas R. Kline School of Law at Drexel University offers an ABA-accredited Juris Doctor (J.D.) program in law, together with other graduate programs in law. This position is in connection with the Kline Law J.D. program.Job SummaryThe adjunct faculty member is responsible for implementing the mission of the Kline School of Law. To that end, each adjunct faculty member will employ a variety of strategies to foster student learning and discussions, will evaluate student work, and will provide students with feedback as to their progress toward meeting the course learning objectives. Each adjunct faculty member is responsible for creating a syllabus in accordance with University guidelines, teaching the course section, being available to students (e.g., responding to email inquiries), maintaining accurate documentation of course records to justify grades submitted, submitting student grades in accordance with University policy, and any other duties directly related to the course as assigned by the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs or concentration director. Responsibilities may include teaching days, evenings, and nights, with the potential for in-person only, online only, or a combination.Essential FunctionsDevelop and/or teach J.D. course in law.Teach required number of credit hours per term based on their contract.Demonstrate knowledge and skills related to the teaching of law, teaching methodology, curriculum development, and assessment.Evaluate student achievement of curricular objectives/outcomes related to law.Schedule two office hours per week for student availability, if applicable.Maintain communication with the Dean for Academic Affairs regarding any course or student issues.Perform other similar duties as assigned.Required QualificationsJ.D. and/or Ph.DPreferredA minimum of 1 year of practical experience of university-level teaching experience.Job LocationUniversity City, Philadelphia, PASpecial Instructions to the ApplicantPlease make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.Review of applicants will begin and continue until a suitable candidate pool is identified.Advertised: Jun 4 2025 Eastern Daylight TimeApplications close: Nov 24 2025 Eastern Standard Time

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