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Touro University Full-time Tenure-Track Faculty in Central Islip, New York
Overview
The Touro University Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center is pleased to announce that it is currently seeking outstanding applicants for four tenure-track appointments to its full-time faculty starting in August 2025. The law school welcomes applications from candidates interested in teaching Property, Business Organizations, Trusts and Estates, Tax, and Evidence. Ideals candidates must have a J.D. degree from an ABA accredited law school and a commitment to teaching in an environment dedicated to excellence in teaching and mentoring of students. We look for innovative faculty with a preference for both practice and teaching experience. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to service to legal education and to the wider community as well as a desire to engage in the intellectual life of the Law Center. With one of the most diverse student bodies in the country, Touro Law Center is dedicated to the aims of diversity and strongly encourages applications from women and minorities. Applicants are expected to be willing and capable of teaching in-person and remotely and familiar with best practices in both modalities.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Prepare and teach graduate-level law student courses in a physical classroom and/or a virtual classroom as assigned and scheduled by the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs
Prepare course materials such as syllabi, assessments, final examinations, assignments and handouts
Timely grade student assessments, exams, assignments, etc. and provide meaningful feedback to students
Maintain regularly scheduled office hours in order to advise and assist students
Meet regularly with assigned student advisees
Maintain accurate student records
Maintain a regular physical presence at the Law Center
Stay current in and continually strive to improve teaching skills and expertise in the subjects that they teach
Stay informed of changes in the law and remain current in recent statutory changes and case law developments
Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues
Engage in legal research and produce innovative legal scholarship
Engage in service to legal education and to the wider community
Engage in the intellectual life of the Law Center
Participate on faculty and University committees
Attend faculty meetings and Law Center and student events
Other duties as assigned by the Dean and/or Associate Dean for Academic Affairs
Qualifications
Education/ Experience
Juris Doctor required
J.D. degree from an ABA accredited law school
Preference for both legal practice and teaching experience
Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities
Commitment to teaching in an environment dedicated to excellence in teaching and mentoring of students
An established record or promise of legal scholarship.
Trains and teaches others
Interprets the meaning of information
Ability to make decisions and solve problems
Resolves conflicts and negotiates with others
Updates and uses relevant knowledge
Exhibits excellent interpersonal skills in communications with supervisors, peers and subordinates
Displays excellent organizational skills including scheduling of events
Performs faculty administrative responsibilities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Power Point, & Outlook
Proficiency in or ability to become proficient in using Canvas, learning management system
Knowledge of Zoom and other online communication tools
Travel
- Travel for conferences and professional development
Physical Demands
Extensive Use of Computers
Extensive time sitting and standing
Able to lift up to 5 lbs.
Maximum Salary
USD $175,000.00/Yr.
Minimum Salary
USD $145,000.00/Yr.
Touro University offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes:
Full range of Health Plans
Medical Plans (choice of EPO, PPO, High Deductible HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Dental Plans (PPO & HMO) and Vision Plan
Dependent Care and Transit Programs
Life Insurance, AD&D and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
Short-term and Long-term disability programs
Retirement Plan (403b) - matching contribution up to 5% for eligible/enrolled employees following one year of employment (may make own pre-tax contributions immediately following employment)
Touro University Tuition Exemption Program for eligible employees, their spouse and dependent children
Employee Assistance Program
Early-Release Fridays (upon approval)
Generous Paid Time Off
Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave & Floating Holiday
Annual Holiday Schedule
All campuses of the Touro University unite to promote our core values of Respect, Integrity, and Ethics. As an international institution with diverse and talented faculty and staff, we value an inclusive learning experience where students and employees come first.
Touro University is an equal opportunity employer. Touro University treats all employees, job applicants, and students without unlawful consideration of race, ethnicity, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), age, disability, medical condition, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military service or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We are committed to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy in all decisions, including but not limited to, recruitment, the administration of educational programs and activities, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, placement, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff, suspension, expulsion and termination, and all other terms and conditions of admission, matriculation, and employment.
Inquiries or complaints concerning the non-discrimination policies should be sent to Nicole Barnett, 50 West 47th Street, 12th Floor, New York, New York, 10036, nicole.barnett@touro.edu (646-565-6285) or, alternatively, to the Chief Compliance Officer at compliance@touro.edu and 646-565-6000 x55330.
Job Locations US-NY-Central Islip
ID 2024-11058
College TUNY - Touro Law Center
Position Type Full-Time
Schedule Shift Schedule varies each semester
Hours Per Week 36.5
Travel As needed
Category Faculty/Academic
FLSA Status Exempt
Location : Country US