Adjunct Professor - Legal Research Foundations

Responsibilities

• Teach the Legal Research Foundations course for the 2026-2027 Academic Year
• Introduce law students to core competencies including secondary sources, statutory research, case law, and regulatory research
• Instruct students on the use of AI tools as they relate to legal information and the practice of law
• Manage one section of approximately 20 students
• Conduct formative assessments throughout the year and a formal summative assessment at the end of each semester
• Follow a set syllabus for this one-credit course, which meets once every other week

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-approved law school

Preferred Qualifications

• Three or more years of legal practice or teaching experience

Benefits

• Health, life, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement options and flexible spending accounts
• Various leave options and paid holidays
• Tuition exemption for qualified positions
• Training and development opportunities

About the Company

Louisiana State University is the state's flagship land-, sea-, and space-grant institution. The LSU Law Center is a premier institution dedicated to academic excellence, research, and preparing the next generation of legal professionals through a wide range of innovative programs.