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Committed to becoming the nation’s most civically engaged university, Drexel supports engagement along three dimensions: research and academic programs that directly benefit communities, business practices that support equitable local and regional economic development, and public service by students, faculty, and staff. Our engagement is long‐term, multigenerational, and fundamental to the University’s mission, heritage, and future.
At Drexel, we are devoted to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment that promotes healthy lifestyles and is based on integrity, trust, and respect. We center equity, inclusion and belonging, and incorporate an anti‐racism approach to our strategic plan, organizational systems, policies and structures.
Drexel offers its highly engaged faculty and professional staff a comprehensive and world‐class benefits package that includes generous vacation and paid time off as applicable (including civic engagement days), up to an 11% 403(b) Retirement Plan match with immediate vesting, and remote and flexible work options for many roles. Our exceptional medical plans include domestic partner and fertility assistance and our award‐winning A Healthier U wellness program. In addition, faculty and professional staff at Drexel enjoy free tuition for themselves and their dependents for Drexel degree programs, certification, and non‐certification programs. And as part of the tuition offering to employees, Drexel participates in a tuition exchange program for dependents with other higher education institutions. These are just a sample of our extensive benefit offerings. Please see this Benefits Brochure for more information.
Suspension of Drexel University's Contribution into 403(b) Retirement Plan
As communicated on Oct. 10, Drexel University is suspending its contributions to employee retirement plans for calendar year 2025 as part of its multi-year plan to build financial resilience. Drexel is continuing to monitor the situation and will share updates as they become available for calendar year 2026.
Adjunct Faculty - Kline School of Law - JD Program
Apply now Job no: 503286
Work type: Part-Time
Location: University City - Philadelphia, PA
Categories: Drexel University, Kline School of Law
About The Thomas R. Kline School Of Law
Founded in 2006, the Thomas R. Kline School of Law at Drexel University offers an ABA-accredited Juris Doctor (J.D.) program in law, together with other graduate programs in law. This position is in connection with the Kline Law J.D. program.
Job Summary
The adjunct faculty member is responsible for implementing the mission of the Kline School of Law. To that end, each adjunct faculty member will employ a variety of strategies to foster student learning and discussions, will evaluate student work, and will provide students with feedback as to their progress toward meeting the course learning objectives. Each adjunct faculty member is responsible for creating a syllabus in accordance with University guidelines, teaching the course section, being available to students (e.g., responding to email inquiries), maintaining accurate documentation of course records to justify grades submitted, submitting student grades in accordance with University policy, and any other duties directly related to the course as assigned by the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs or concentration director. Responsibilities may include teaching days, evenings, and nights, with the potential for in-person only, online only, or a combination.
Essential Functions
Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.
Review of applicants will begin and continue until a suitable candidate pool is identified.
Advertised: Apr 22 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: May 22 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
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Position Title Position Type Location Closes Adjunct Faculty - Kline School of Law - JD Program Adjunct University City - Philadelphia, PA May 22 2025 Kline School of Law - JD Program seeks Adjunct Faculty
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Position Title Position Type Location Closes Adjunct Faculty - Kline School of Law - JD Program Adjunct University City - Philadelphia, PA May 22 2025 Kline School of Law - JD Program seeks Adjunct Faculty
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Drexel University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that welcomes individuals from diverse and neurodiverse backgrounds and perspectives, and believes that an inclusive and respectful environment enriches the University community and the educational and employment experience of its members. The University prohibits discrimination against individuals on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, status as a veteran or special disabled veteran, gender identity or expression, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and any other prohibited characteristic. Please visit our Policies page to view all University policies related to Human Resources and News and Announcements for workplace postings.
Background investigations are required for all new hires as a condition of employment, after the job offer is made.
Drexel University, in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) publishes the Drexel University Security & Fire Safety Annual Report for current and prospective students and employees. This report contains important safety information and crime statistics for the previous three years. These statistics pertain to reported crimes that have occurred on campus, in certain non-campus buildings or properties that are owned or controlled by Drexel University, and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus.
Printed copies of this report are also available by calling the Public Safety Administrative Office, 215.895.1550.
Additional information about the services provided by the Drexel University Department of Public Safety can be obtained by visiting their website.
Adjunct Faculty - Kline School of Law - JD Program
Apply now Job no: 503286
Work type: Part-Time
Location: University City - Philadelphia, PA
Categories: Drexel University, Kline School of Law
Essential Functions
Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.
Review of applicants will begin and continue until a suitable candidate pool is identified.
Advertised: Apr 22 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: May 22 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
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About Drexel University
Located in the heart of Philadelphia, Drexel University is a world‐class, comprehensive, R1 research institution and a global leader in experiential education. For more than 100 years, our renowned Cooperative Education (co-op) program has enabled students to gain professional work experience before they graduate, setting them apart from their peers.
Committed to becoming the nation’s most civically engaged university, Drexel supports engagement along three dimensions: research and academic programs that directly benefit communities, business practices that support equitable local and regional economic development, and public service by students, faculty, and staff. Our engagement is long‐term, multigenerational, and fundamental to the University’s mission, heritage, and future.
At Drexel, we are devoted to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment that promotes healthy lifestyles and is based on integrity, trust, and respect. We center equity, inclusion and belonging, and incorporate an anti‐racism approach to our strategic plan, organizational systems, policies and structures.
Drexel offers its highly engaged faculty and professional staff a comprehensive and world‐class benefits package that includes generous vacation and paid time off as applicable (including civic engagement days), up to an 11% 403(b) Retirement Plan match with immediate vesting, and remote and flexible work options for many roles. Our exceptional medical plans include domestic partner and fertility assistance and our award‐winning A Healthier U wellness program. In addition, faculty and professional staff at Drexel enjoy free tuition for themselves and their dependents for Drexel degree programs, certification, and non‐certification programs. And as part of the tuition offering to employees, Drexel participates in a tuition exchange program for dependents with other higher education institutions. These are just a sample of our extensive benefit offerings. Please see this Benefits Brochure for more information.
Suspension of Drexel University's Contribution into 403(b) Retirement Plan
As communicated on Oct. 10, Drexel University is suspending its contributions to employee retirement plans for calendar year 2025 as part of its multi-year plan to build financial resilience. Drexel is continuing to monitor the situation and will share updates as they become available for calendar year 2026.
Adjunct Faculty - Kline School of Law - JD Program
Apply now Job no: 503286
Work type: Part-Time
Location: University City - Philadelphia, PA
Categories: Drexel University, Kline School of Law
About The Thomas R. Kline School Of Law
Founded in 2006, the Thomas R. Kline School of Law at Drexel University offers an ABA-accredited Juris Doctor (J.D.) program in law, together with other graduate programs in law. This position is in connection with the Kline Law J.D. program.
Job Summary
The adjunct faculty member is responsible for implementing the mission of the Kline School of Law. To that end, each adjunct faculty member will employ a variety of strategies to foster student learning and discussions, will evaluate student work, and will provide students with feedback as to their progress toward meeting the course learning objectives. Each adjunct faculty member is responsible for creating a syllabus in accordance with University guidelines, teaching the course section, being available to students (e.g., responding to email inquiries), maintaining accurate documentation of course records to justify grades submitted, submitting student grades in accordance with University policy, and any other duties directly related to the course as assigned by the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs or concentration director. Responsibilities may include teaching days, evenings, and nights, with the potential for in-person only, online only, or a combination.
Essential Functions
- Develop and/or teach J.D. course in law.
- Teach required number of credit hours per term based on their contract.
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills related to the teaching of law, teaching methodology, curriculum development, and assessment.
- Evaluate student achievement of curricular objectives/outcomes related to law.
- Schedule two office hours per week for student availability, if applicable.
- Maintain communication with the Dean for Academic Affairs regarding any course or student issues.
- Perform other similar duties as assigned.
- J.D. and/or Ph.D.
- A minimum of 1 year of practical experience of university-level teaching experience.
- University City, Philadelphia, PA
Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.
Review of applicants will begin and continue until a suitable candidate pool is identified.
Advertised: Apr 22 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: May 22 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
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Position Title Position Type Location Closes Adjunct Faculty - Kline School of Law - JD Program Adjunct University City - Philadelphia, PA May 22 2025 Kline School of Law - JD Program seeks Adjunct Faculty
Current Opportunities
Position Title Position Type Location Closes Adjunct Faculty - Kline School of Law - JD Program Adjunct University City - Philadelphia, PA May 22 2025 Kline School of Law - JD Program seeks Adjunct Faculty
Expression of interest
No expression of interest currently available
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Drexel University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that welcomes individuals from diverse and neurodiverse backgrounds and perspectives, and believes that an inclusive and respectful environment enriches the University community and the educational and employment experience of its members. The University prohibits discrimination against individuals on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, status as a veteran or special disabled veteran, gender identity or expression, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and any other prohibited characteristic. Please visit our Policies page to view all University policies related to Human Resources and News and Announcements for workplace postings.
Background investigations are required for all new hires as a condition of employment, after the job offer is made.
Drexel University, in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) publishes the Drexel University Security & Fire Safety Annual Report for current and prospective students and employees. This report contains important safety information and crime statistics for the previous three years. These statistics pertain to reported crimes that have occurred on campus, in certain non-campus buildings or properties that are owned or controlled by Drexel University, and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus.
Printed copies of this report are also available by calling the Public Safety Administrative Office, 215.895.1550.
Additional information about the services provided by the Drexel University Department of Public Safety can be obtained by visiting their website.
Adjunct Faculty - Kline School of Law - JD Program
Apply now Job no: 503286
Work type: Part-Time
Location: University City - Philadelphia, PA
Categories: Drexel University, Kline School of Law
Essential Functions
- Develop and/or teach J.D. course in law.
- Teach required number of credit hours per term based on their contract.
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills related to the teaching of law, teaching methodology, curriculum development, and assessment.
- Evaluate student achievement of curricular objectives/outcomes related to law.
- Schedule two office hours per week for student availability, if applicable.
- Maintain communication with the Dean for Academic Affairs regarding any course or student issues.
- Perform other similar duties as assigned.
- J.D. and/or Ph.D.
- A minimum of 1 year of practical experience of university-level teaching experience.
- University City, Philadelphia, PA
Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.
Review of applicants will begin and continue until a suitable candidate pool is identified.
Advertised: Apr 22 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: May 22 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
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