Part-time Faculty, Paralegal Program

Closing Date: 6th April, 2027

Description:

Job Summary/Basic Functions
The Eastern Kentucky University Department of Government is accepting applications for adjunct faculty positions/online course facilitator in Paralegal Science. Successful candidates will teach/facilitate courses in Legal Research & Writing and Litigation Skills. Candidates should describe legal expertise in these areas and experience working with paralegals in their cover letter and/or CV. These courses will be taught online using the Canvas learning management system and synchronous Zoom every-other Thursday evening, 5-10pm (Eastern Time Zone). A juris doctorate (JD) is required for this position. Previous undergraduate teaching experience, especially in online learning settings, is preferred.

Application review will begin October 20, 2026 until position is filled.

Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Candidates must hold a J.D. degree, be licensed to practice law, be eligible for admission to the Kentucky Bar Association, have previous experience supervising paralegals, and able to teach law specific to Kentucky. The candidate's undergraduate degree must be from a regionally accredited institution and the J.D. degree from an ABA accredited law school.

Experience: Previous teaching experience at the post-secondary level is preferred. Candidates must hold a J.D. degree, be licensed to practice law, be eligible for admission to the Kentucky Bar Association, have previous experience supervising paralegals, and able to teach law specific to Kentucky.

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Funding Source: Institutional

Open Until Filled: Yes

EEO Statement:
Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

Background Check Statement
Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory background check.

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