Assistant, Associate, or Full Prof. of Practice

The University of Mississippi School of Law invites applications for the position of Assistant or Full Professor of Practice for Legal Writing (non-tenure track), beginning August 2025. This position offers a unique opportunity for a talented legal professional to contribute to the development of aspiring lawyers through the teaching of legal writing skills. The successful candidate will join a faculty committed to excellence in legal education and will play a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of legal professionals.
Responsibilities
- Teach legal writing courses to law students, focusing on foundational writing skills, legal analysis, and persuasive advocacy.
- Provide constructive feedback and guidance to students on their written work, fostering their professional development and growth.
- Collaborate with colleagues to integrate legal writing instruction across the law school curriculum and support interdisciplinary initiatives.

Qualifications
A candidate must have a J.D. degree from an ABA accredited law school and a commitment to teaching in an environment dedicated to excellence in teaching and mentoring of students. All applicants should have a distinguished academic background, and either great promise or a record of excellence in both scholarship and teaching.

Position Details
Appointment: Nine (9) Month (May lead to successive long-term contracts of five years.)
Assignment Type: Assistant or Full Professor of Practice, Non-Tenure Track

Application Instructions
To apply, please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references through the University of Mississippi's employment site at careers.olemiss.edu. The position will be open until filled or an adequate applicant pool is reached. Questions and direct applications are welcome, and should be directed to Professor Antonia Eliason, at aeliason@olemiss.edu.

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