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Posting Number
FAC00170PO24

Advertised Title
Academic Success and Bar Preparation Instructor

Campus
Columbia

College/Division
School of Law

Department
LAW School of Law

Advertised Salary Range
$75,000-90,000 commensurate with experience

Location of Vacancy
Columbia

Part/Full Time
Full Time

Hours per Week
37.5

Position Category
Full-time Equivalent (FTE)

Basis
12 months

Work County
Richland

Tenure Information
Professional Track

Job Search Category
Faculty

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

* Two positions are open.* The Academic Success Instructor will support the overall academic mission of the Law School by assisting with the design and implementation of an academic success and bar preparation program that encourages a high level of academic performance for all students. The Instructor will work with the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Directors of Academic Success and Bar Preparation, and faculty to assist in the development of a comprehensive program that emphasizes the development of analytical, writing, time-management, and other skills needed for success in law school and on the bar exam. Job responsibilities will include teaching workshops and courses on academic success and bar preparation topics; recruiting, hiring, training, and supervising 2L and 3L student tutors; identifying and communicating with students who should be included in the Law School's academic success and bar preparation program; and developing programs to strengthen academic success and bar performance.

Required Education and Experience

J.D. or equivalent degree from an ABA-approved law school. The employee must have a strong academic record that demonstrates potential for successfully teaching in a law school academic success and bar preparation program. The employee must have 2-4 years relevant practical experience in private legal practice or public sector work.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of law school academic success and Bar Preparation programs. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with a diverse constituency of students, faculty, and staff. Ability to identify, develop, and implement programs that benefit the law school. Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of individuals. Teaching experience is a plus.

Posting Detail Information

Desired Start Date
10/01/2024

Job Open Date
09/05/2024

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

*This position is for 2 vacancies.

Quicklink for Posting
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/174754