Nashville, Tennessee
San Diego, California
Saint Louis, Missouri
Posted: 16-Apr-26
Type: Part-time
Internal Number: R148894
The Moritz College of Law invites applications for the position of Lecturer. This is a part-time semester Lecturer position for the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 semester. Lecturer to teach essential law 1-4 credit hour courses and seminars for summer to spring semesters. Holds regular office hours, submits grading information, regularly communicates with students, and administers exams. May participate in curriculum development and course coordination.
Courses include but not limited to:
Appellate Advocacy
Artificial Intelligence & the Law
Criminal Prosecution
Criminal Defense
Dispute Resolution
Environmental Lawyering
Financial Regulation
Intellectual Property
International Trade
Mindfulness and Law
Taxation (including State and Local Tax)
Transactional Lawyering
Education and Experience Requirements:
Required: A JD is required. Candidates should have at least 6 years of relevant occupational experience and strong potential in all relevant areas of performance, including classroom teaching, feedback on student work, public service, and maintaining knowledge in the field.
To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday
Application materials must include:
Curriculum Vita (CV)
The College
The Ohio State University Michael E. Moritz College of Law is an integral part of one of the worlds great educational institutions. Founded in 1891 and consistently the top-ranked law school in the State of Ohio, the Moritz College of Law has grown into one of the nations pre-eminent public law schools and one of the most respected law schools in the world.
A collegial community of approximately 570 students, more than 50 faculty members, and roughly 50 staff, Moritz College of Law is known for its rigorous academic program, its student-first philosophy, the pioneering research of its world-class faculty, a deep commitment to teaching and professional training, a devotion to community, and the development of future leaders.
The colleges more than 11,000 alumni are central to its national reputation. Graduates include justices of the Supreme Court of Ohio, federal appeals and district court judges, U.S. senators, U.S. representatives, governors, managing partners in law firms of all sizes, chief executive officers of Fortune 500 corporations, professors at law schools across the country, and prominent attorneys in private practice, government service, and public interest law firms.
The University
Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of Americas leading academic health centers and recently ranked No. 4 on Forbes list of best U.S. employers for diversity. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.
The Ohio State Universitys Shared Values include Excellence and Impact, Diversity and Innovation, Inclusion and Equity, Care and Compassion, and Integrity and Respect. Our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression.
Ohio State is a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform themselves and their world. Positions are available in countless fields and specialties. Become a Buckeye and contribute to an incredible legacy that serves to guide our future and shape a better tomorrow.
The Ohio State University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber is a core component of this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) has established Dual Careers and Faculty Relocation (DCFR) to focus on supporting new and prospective faculty and their loved ones. Service offerings include dual careers partner consultations, identifying potential employers and/or employment opportunities, consultation and resources related to relocation, as well as identifying opportunities to engage on campus and in the surrounding community. While employment opportunities are not guaranteed, resources and consultation are provided to support the partners of new and prospective faculty as they are considering or transitioning to The Ohio State University.
In addition to being responsive to dual-career opportunities, we strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies. Ohio State is an NSF ADVANCE institution and a member of the Ohio/Western Pennsylvania/West Virginia Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC).
Located in Ohios capital city, Ohio States Columbus campus is near the center of a rapidly growing and diverse metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5 million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service, transportation, and technology industries. Additional information about the Columbus area is available here. Beyond its Columbus campus, Ohio State has four regional campuses including Ohio State Lima, Ohio State Mansfield, Ohio State Marion, and Ohio State Newark, in addition to the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) Wooster Campus, which houses Ohio State ATI.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.