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Adjunct Instructor, School of Law
Adjunct Instructor, School of Law
Position Information
Position Title: Adjunct Instructor, School of Law
Department: School of Law
Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/64102
Posting Detail Information
Position Summary
The University at Buffalo School of Law welcomes applications for part-time Adjunct Instructor positions at the graduate and undergraduate level. As the only law school in the State University of New York (SUNY) system, the School of Law has a long tradition of leadership and excellence in interdisciplinary studies, public service, and innovative scholarship, teaching, and clinical education. Our adjunct faculty roster includes several current and former judges and other leading members of the Western New York bar.
We seek similarly accomplished judges and attorneys who have demonstrated expertise in the subjects they wish to teach and are committed to providing quality educational experiences to our students.
Essential duties include:
We seek similarly accomplished judges and attorneys who have demonstrated expertise in the subjects they wish to teach and are committed to providing quality educational experiences to our students.
Essential duties include:
- Developing a syllabus and assessing student performance against learning outcomes;
- Providing students with appropriate materials and expertise in the assigned subjects;
- Contributing to and maintaining an inclusive and collaborative learning environment;
- Ensuring that students receive prompt and productive feedback concerning their work; and
- Attending adjunct faculty meetings in the fall and spring semesters.
This is a pooled posting, and positions are filled on an as needed basis.
About The University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America's leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.
University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Minimum Qualifications
- J.D. or equivalent degree.
- Two or more years of professional legal experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- A demonstrated history of successful teaching at the graduate or undergraduate level.
- A record of engagement with the School of Law.
- One or more advanced degrees in addition to the J.D.
- A judicial clerkship, judicial staff attorney, or similar experience.
- Supervisory experience in a legal practice setting.
Physical Demands
Salary Range
Job Type
Varies
Special Instructions Summary
Please submit a resume and cover letter. In your cover letter, please describe any applicable teaching experience in higher education.
Hiring is contingent on course availability, funding, and course enrollment.
Hiring is contingent on course availability, funding, and course enrollment.
Is a background check required for this posting?
No
Contact Information
Contact's Name: Tess Calvert
Contact's Pronouns:
Contact's Title: Assistant Director of Personnel and Finance
Contact's Email: tesscalv@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone: 716-645-6624
Posting Dates
Posted: 08/31/2026
Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled
Date to be filled:
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