Adjunct Instructor, Business Law

Widener University • Chester, PA

63d • Onsite

About The Position

Widener University's School of Business Administration (SBA) invites applications for adjunct teaching in business law to start in January of 2026. Reporting to the Associate Dean of Undergraduate Programs, adjunct professors are responsible for teaching one or more sections of our Business Law in-person seated class on our Chester, PA campus. Candidates should hold a Juris Doctor degree. This position will remain open until filled. The successful candidates can expect business law teaching opportunities to be offered in subsequent semesters in addition to the spring 2026 semester.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Business Administration/Management or related law program
• Professional and/or teaching experience in areas such as employment law, consumer/intellectual protection, business entities/organizations, contracts, and corporate ethics

Nice To Haves

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree
• Familiarity with Canvas Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Responsibilities

• Teaching a three (3) course(s) (depending on need) for the Spring 2026 semester beginning in January.
• Creating syllabi and assignments designed to hone understanding of the contemporary legal and ethical environment as it relates to the formation and management of business and other organizations.
• Evaluating student work based on course learning goals and supporting assessment of student learning in the SBA.
• Availability to meet with students as needed out of classroom hours.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Educational Services