Assistant Professor of Business Law

Canyon, TX

Full time

R-098515

Job Title

Assistant Professor of Business Law

Agency

West Texas A&M University

Department

Management, Marketing And General Business

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Canyon, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

NOTICE - All posted positions are subject to budget approval.

Job Summary:

The Paul and Virginia Engler College of Business at West Texas A&M University seeks a qualified and dedicated faculty member to teach Business Law and related courses across its undergraduate and graduate business programs. The position supports a broad range of legal studies offerings, including Business Law, Employment Law, Healthcare Law, and other specialized legal topics relevant to business professionals.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality instruction in both face-to-face and online formats, advising and mentoring students, contributing to curriculum development and assessment, and participating in College and University service activities. The position requires a commitment to student success, effective teaching, and collaboration with faculty and colleagues across the College.

Work Performed:

• each undergraduate and graduate courses in Business Law and related legal areas, including Employment Law and Healthcare Law, in face-to-face and online formats.

• Develop and update course materials to ensure effective instruction and student learning.

• Advise and mentor students on academic and professional development.

• Participate in curriculum development, assessment, and continuous improvement activities.

• Engage in scholarly and professional development activities consistent with College expectations.

• Serve on College and University committees and contribute to initiatives supporting student success and academic programs.

Necessary Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) or another appropriate terminal degree in law or a closely related field.

• Academic or professional background sufficient to teach Business Law and related legal courses at the university level.

• Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in both face-to-face and online formats.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly and effectively.

• Commitment to student learning, academic excellence, and continuous improvement.

• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous teaching experience at the college or university level.

• Professional legal experience in business law, employment law, healthcare law, or related areas.

• Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching and engaging students.

• Experience developing or teaching online courses.

• Experience in curriculum development, student advising, mentoring, and academic assessment.

• Ability to teach multiple law-related courses across different business disciplines.

Applicant Instructions:

We require the following:

• Letter of interest or cover letter

• Curriculum Vitae

• Portfolio of creative work (where applicable)

• Personal statement to include philosophy and plans for research, teaching and service, as applicable

• Samples of unpublished works or works in progress (where applicable)

• Unofficial Transcripts (Official transcripts are expected to be submitted promptly by the successful candidate)

• Three professional references

Please attach all documents in the attachment box at the bottom of the “My Experience” page before continuing through the application. Please use the “Upload” button to add each document individually. All revisions must be made prior to application submission. If you need assistance with uploading documents, please contact WTAMU Human Resources at [email protected] .

Texas law requires that males age 18 through 25 be properly registered with the Selective Service System in order to be eligible for employment.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

The A&M System strives to maintain a competitive, high-quality benefit package to support the health and wellness needs of our workforce. This includes comprehensive health and welfare insurance plans, additional health and lifestyle programs, and optional retirement savings opportunities. Eligible employees will have access to paid leave programs in addition to 13-15 paid holidays each year. For more information regarding the benefit package go to: West Texas A&M University: Human Resources Benefits (https://www.wtamu.edu/business-finance/human-resources/benefits.html)

All applicants must attest they are not employed by and do not have any connection or continuous connections to any government entity or political apparatus of a country listed in 15 C.F.R. § 791.4 .

Due to budgetary reasons, West Texas A&M University will not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

WT is located in Canyon, Texas, on a 342-acre residential campus. Established in 1910, the University has been part of The Texas A&M University System since 1990. WT, a Hispanic Serving Institution since 2016, boasts an enrollment of about 10,000 and offers 59 undergraduate degree programs, 39 master’s degrees and two doctoral degrees.

WT’s long-standing commitment has always been to serve both the students and the region of the Panhandle. Our employees make a difference every day in the lives of thousands of students, and that has countless ripple effects on people throughout the region, the state and the world. Moreover, employees are encouraged to grow professionally and personally thanks to a supportive work environment.

At WT, your future is our future. Employees and their dependents get half-off their tuition and fees. The minimum starting wage is $15 per hour. Employees also have generous health, dental, vision, and long-term disability insurance packages, plus free basic life insurance and enrollment in the Texas Teacher Retirement System. Flexible or compressed work-week arrangements are also available.Find out more at: https://wtamu.edu/benefits

West Texas A&M University is located in Canyon, home to Palo Duro Canyon and the Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum. Canyon also is conveniently located near Amarillo, the largest city on Interstate 40 between Oklahoma City and Albuquerque. This region is renowned for its historical significance, vibrant arts and entertainment options, unique shopping, delicious food and the friendliest people in the state.