The University of Denver, Sturm College of Law is a top 75 law school with nationally ranked programs in legal writing, clinical training, trial advocacy, and tax law. Rooted in innovative experiential learning opportunities, our curriculum is global in its perspective and our faculty includes some of the most accomplished legal scholars in the nation. Opening first as a legal aid dispensary in 1904, the University of Denver was the first law school in the country to offer law students academic credit for representing poor persons. Today the Clinical Programs provides second and third-year law students the opportunity to refine their lawyering skills while providing quality representation to indigent clients. The University of Denver’s Clinical Programs includes five in-house clinics: criminal defense, civil litigation, civil rights, community economic development and environmental law. Clinic students are responsible for their client matters and handle all aspects of client representation under faculty supervision. Our goal is to graduate compassionate and rigorous attorneys who are committed to resolving legal problems effectively and responsibly.
Position Summary
The University of Denver, Sturm College of Law seeks to hire a visiting professor to teach in our Civil Rights Clinic for the 2016-2017 academic year. The Civil Rights Clinic is an intensive, year-long litigation program in which students represent clients in civil rights cases in federal court under the supervision of clinic faculty. Currently, the focus of the CRC is on the constitutionality of the conditions in which federal and state prisoners are held, including issues such as indefinite solitary confinement, inadequate medical care, freedom of expression, the free exercise of religion, and due process, although any kind of civil rights or civil liberties matter may be on our docket. Students also participate in a seminar designed to help develop their litigation skills and understanding of the law, as well as the political and social contexts of civil rights litigation. We are seeking an individual with a strong background in federal litigation who is a member of the Colorado Bar or able to gain admission by July 1, 2016 (Colorado permits faculty teaching in a clinical program to waive into the bar). This position begins on July 1, 2016 and will end on June 30, 2017. This is a 12 month, non-renewable, appointment. The clinic visitor will be integrated into the intellectual life of the law school and the larger University. Visitors are invited to attend faculty workshops, at which works in progress will be presented, and to attend mentoring sessions for faculty.
Essential Functions
- Supervise second and third-year students as they represent clients.
- Joint classroom teaching and curriculum development.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience with a variety of teaching methods.
- Outstanding teaching skills.
- Initiative and ability to work both independently and in a collaborative, collegial environment.
Required Qualifications
- JD degree from an ABA-accredited institution.
Assistant Professor Candidates
Minimum of one year of teaching experience and a minimum of one year of civil rights/constitutional litigation experience in federal court.
Associate Professor Candidates
Two to six years of excellent teaching experience and a minimum of one year of civil rights/constitutional litigation experience in federal court.
Full Professor Candidates
Over seven years of outstanding teaching experience and a minimum of one year of civil rights/constitutional litigation experience in federal court.
Preferred Qualifications
- Teaching, training or supervision of law students/new lawyers.
- Experience with prisoner’s rights litigation and/or working with incarcerated clients.
Work Schedule
To be determined by Director of the Student Law Office.
Special Instructions
In order to be considered for this position, you will need to apply online and include a cover letter and resume. Candidates must apply online through https://dujobs.silkroad.com/ (or via the link below) to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted. Once within the job description online, please click "New Resume/CV" at the bottom of the page to begin application. If you have questions regarding this position please contact the chair of the Appointments Committee, Prof. Michael R. Siebecker (msiebecker@law.du.edu). Applications received by May 20, 2016 will be given preference.
DU and its Sturm College of Law are committed to enhancing the diversity of our faculty and staff. We are strongly dedicated to the pursuit of excellence by including and integrating individuals who represent different groups as defined by race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, age, disability, national origin, religion and veteran status. The University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. You can view DU's comprehensive benefits summary at www.du.edu/hr/benefits/benefits_summary.html.