University of Chicago Law School-Innovation Clinic -Lecturer/Visiting Clinician
THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO LAW SCHOOL is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time visiting position teaching in its Innovation Clinic, which is a transactional clinic providing legal services for start-up ventures in the innovation sector. The appointment would begin July 1, 2026, and would run through the end of the 2026-2027 academic year. The position would also involve teaching a related seminar and/or clinical skills courses. This position is benefits-eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook (https://mybenefits.nfp.com/UChicago/benefits-guide/).
Qualifications
The position would include an appointment as Lecturer or, if coming from a similar position at another school, Visiting Clinician. Candidates must have a J.D., must have at least two years of relevant experience, and must be admitted to or eligible for admission to the Illinois bar. Candidates who teach in a law school legal clinic or who have prior experience supervising or teaching law students or other attorneys are strongly preferred. Excellent writing, editing, and supervision skills are required. We value candidates who will contribute diverse perspectives that will enrich and improve student experiences and the Law School's intellectual culture.
Application Instructions
Each candidate should submit a curriculum vita or resume, a list of references, a legal writing sample, a law school transcript, a cover letter that includes a detailed description of the candidate’s relevant practice experience and teaching experience, and course evaluations, if any, from prior teaching experience. Other material relevant to your candidacy may be included as well.
Candidates must apply online and upload application material at: https://apply.interfolio.com/178840. Applications will be accepted until April 1, 2026, or until the position is filled, whichever comes first. The salary range for the appointment as a Lecturer is $100,000 - $175,000 and the compensation for the appointment as a Visiting Clinician could be tied to the home institution salary.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request.