<p>About Drexel University</p> <p>Located in the heart of Philadelphia, Drexel University is a world-class, comprehensive, R1 research institution and a global leader in experiential education. For more than 100 years, our renowned Cooperative Education (co-op) program has enabled students to gain professional work experience before they graduate, setting them apart from their peers.</p> <p>Committed to becoming the nation's most civically engaged university, Drexel supports engagement along three dimensions: research and academic programs that directly benefit communities, business practices that support equitable local and regional economic development, and public service by students, faculty, and staff. Our engagement is long-term, multigenerational, and fundamental to the University's mission, heritage, and future.</p> <p>At Drexel, we are devoted to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment that promotes healthy lifestyles and is based on integrity, trust, and respect. We center equity, inclusion and belonging, and incorporate an anti-racism approach to our strategic plan, organizational systems, policies and structures.</p> <p>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. And as part of the tuition offering to employees, Drexel participates in a tuition exchange program for dependents with other higher education institutions. These are just a sample of our extensive benefit offerings. Please see this Benefits Brochure for more information.</p> <p>Suspension of Drexel University's Contribution into 403(b) Retirement Plan</p> <p>As communicated on Oct. 10, Drexel University is suspending its contributions to employee retirement plans for calendar year 2025 as part of its multi-year plan to build financial resilience. Drexel is continuing to monitor the situation and will share updates as they become available for calendar year 2026.</p> <p>Adjunct Faculty - Kline School of Law - JD Program</p> <p>Apply now Job no: 503286</p> <p>Work type: Part-Time</p> <p>Location: University City - Philadelphia, PA</p> <p>Categories: Drexel University, Kline School of Law</p> <p>About the Thomas R. Kline School of Law</p> <p>Founded 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.</p> <p>Job Summary</p> <p>The 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.</p> <p>Essential Functions</p> <ul> <li>Develop and/or teach J.D. course in law. </li><li>Teach required number of credit hours per term based on their contract. </li><li>Demonstrate knowledge and skills related to the teaching of law, teaching methodology, curriculum development, and assessment. </li><li>Evaluate student achievement of curricular objectives/outcomes related to law. </li><li>Schedule two office hours per week for student availability, if applicable. </li><li>Maintain communication with the Dean for Academic Affairs regarding any course or student issues. </li><li>Perform other similar duties as assigned. </li></ul> <p>Required Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>J.D. and/or Ph.D. </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>A minimum of 1 year of practical experience of university-level teaching experience. </li></ul> <p>Job Location</p> <ul> <li>University City, Philadelphia, PA </li></ul> <p>Special Instructions to the Applicant</p> <p>Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.</p> <p>Review of applicants will begin and continue until a suitable candidate pool is identified.</p> <p>Advertised: Apr 22 2025 Eastern Daylight Time</p> <p>Applications close: May 22 2025 Eastern Daylight Time</p>