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Instructor-Fixed Term

Part-time

Michigan State University(MSU)

East Lansing, MIPart-time / TemporarySeen 5 days agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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Compensation
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Location
East Lansing, MI
Schedule
Part-time / Temporary
Work Authorization
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Job overview

Michigan State University’s College of Law is establishing a pool of part-time, fixed-term instructors and lecturers, with appointments made as needed for one or more semesters. Instructors may develop and teach professional and graduate law or law-related courses, advise students during class and office hours, and assist with promoting and developing College of Law programming. Applicants must have professional experience and/or expertise in the area of instruction.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Course DevelopmentTeachingStudent AdvisingProgram PromotionProgram Development

Qualifications

Terminal Doctorate or JD in LawProfessional Experience or ExpertiseCollege-Level Teaching Experience

Full job description

Position Summary The College of Law at Michigan State University is currently establishing a pool of part-time, fixed-term instructors and lecturers. Applications will be reviewed, and these positions will be filled, on an as-needed basis. Positions may be for one or more semesters, including fall, spring, and summer. Duties: Responsibilities may include 1.) developing and teaching professional and graduate courses in law and law-related classes; 2.) providing advice and guidance to students during class and office hours; 3.) assisting with promotion and development of MSU College of Law programming. Position is planned for a recurring basis. ### Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status. ### Required Degree Terminal -Doctorate - JD - Law ### Minimum Requirements Must have professional experience and/or expertise in the area of instruction. ### Desired Qualifications Experience teaching at the college level. ### Required Application Materials Current curriculum vitae or resume ### Special Instructions Applications will be reviewed as needed. ### Website www.law.msu.edu ### MSU Statement Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.

How this job compares

Set against the 4,662 open Instructor jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$71–94K/yr724 salary ranges
  • US median$26–35/hr1,217 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 159 open Instructor jobs in Michigan and 4,662 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
Instructor postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 2 to 5 years (1,737 postings).
Education
2,046 of the 4,662 open Instructor jobs (44%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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