Law Adjunct Faculty - Federal Courts

Brigham Young University•Provo, UT

About The Position

The Adjunct Faculty Member reports to the Law School's Associate Dean for Faculty & Curriculum. Some of the responsibilities of this role are: Teach a course on federal courts : This course provides an important foundation for litigation, civil rights, and government practice careers and for judicial clerkships. It provides an advanced study of the federal structure of our judicial system, with emphasis on the relationship and respective powers of federal and state courts and the relationship between the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of the federal government. Topics studied include what cases are justiciable, the power of Congress to define and limit the jurisdiction of the federal courts, how federal law is applied in state courts, federal court review of state court decisions, the power of federal courts to create federal common law, civil rights litigation and immunities, and judicial federalism. Other Expectations The adjunct faculty member will not be asked to attend department meetings. She or he will be expected to spend some time outside of class to address questions related to the class. Time taught to be determined by the applicant's schedule.

Requirements

JD required. Required degree must be completed by the start date.
Must be an active member of the Utah Bar
The applicant must have knowledge of the topic and significant teaching experience.
Please attach your updated curriculum vitae, cover letter, and Mission Alignment Statement (instructions below) to the faculty application.
This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.