Full-Time Faculty – Assistant or Associate Professor, Legal Studies

UMass Global Career Bootcamps

. Teach an assigned load of online paced and/or self-paced courses .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-Level💰 $105,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in online curriculum development and delivery, with a strong commitment to student-centered teaching and engagement in a diverse adult learning environment. Proven ability to manage and mentor adjunct faculty while applying data-informed approaches to enhance student success.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Juris Doctor (J.D.)Active License To Practice LawOnline Higher Education Teaching ExperienceCurriculum Development And DeliveryData-Informed Approaches

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Hard Skills

Curriculum DevelopmentAssessment DesignOnline Learning Management Systems (LMS)Data AnalysisStudent Engagement StrategiesAdjunct Faculty TrainingProgram ManagementAccreditation StandardsProfessional DevelopmentScholarly Engagement

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsCollaboration SkillsMentoring SkillsCommitment To Diversity

Tools & Technologies

Webinar PlatformsVirtual Meeting PlatformsMicrosoft Office SuiteSalesforce CRMCollaboration ToolsProject Management ToolsSocial Media Platforms

Industry Keywords

Adult LearningHigher EducationProfessional AssociationsAccreditation RequirementsOnline Teaching

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Teach an assigned load of online paced and/or self-paced courses
Support student learning through timely, substantive engagement, clear communication, and constructive feedback
Evaluate student work fairly and consistently against academic standards and course learning outcomes
Foster free inquiry and an inclusive, respectful learning environment for adult learners
Apply professional development and assessment findings to strengthen teaching practice
Maintain the quality and currency of an assigned curriculum portfolio
Align courses with program learning outcomes, workforce and industry needs, and applicable accreditation or licensure standards
Design, develop, and revise courses with instructional design, program, and assessment teams
Serve as course manager for assigned courses
Use course and program assessment findings for curriculum decisions and continuous improvement
Provide program leadership, including program management, coordination, and support for programmatic accreditation requirements, as assigned
Coordinate, support, and mentor adjunct faculty
Complete purposeful professional development
Contribute through faculty governance, committee work, and school and University initiatives
Contribute to the discipline or profession through professional organizations and role-related conferences
Perform other duties and projects as assigned
Travel to network with professional associations and partners and attend conferences

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school, or an earned doctorate in a related discipline from an institutionally accredited institution
Active license to practice law, in good standing, in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
Recent legal practice experience
Minimum of 3 years experience teaching in an online higher education institution
Demonstrated expertise in developing and delivering current, market-relevant, and engaging curriculum, assessments, and learning activities in an online-first LMS
Involvement in related professional and academic associations
Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills
Experience working in a remote environment
Evidence of scholarly, professional, or community engagement activities
Demonstrated ability to manage, support, and train adjuncts in an online environment
Commitment to student-centered teaching and supporting a diverse adult learner population
Experience applying data-informed approaches to enhance student success and retention
Ability to engage collegially and collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and professionals across disciplines
Extensive experience using webinar and virtual meeting platforms
Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
Salesforce CRM
Social media platforms
Collaboration and project management tools
Successful completion of a background check and criminal history review
Ability to travel 5–10% of the time

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision coverage with spending account options
Remote options
Flexible schedules
Generous time off, including paid holidays and a paid winter break
Life, disability, accident, legal, identity protection, and student debt support
403(b) plan with a Roth option
3% non-elective retirement contribution and up to 6% match for a 9% total employer contribution
Tuition discounts for employees and family
Tuition Exchange program with other universities
PSLF eligible employer
Counseling services
Free Calm Health subscription
Year-round wellness programs