What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Instructor of Law position at Campbell University?
Department: Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law
Status: Part Time
Position Summary:
Campbell University School of Law invites applications for up to two adjunct faculty positions, beginning in January 2027. We are interested in hiring candidates with expertise in the following areas:
1. Insurance Law
2. Child Welfare Law
Review of applications will begin on or about October 1, 2026, and continue until the positions are filled.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Cooperate with other designated faculty to implement a coordinated curriculum, inclusive of learning objectives
Develop and manage course materials from learning objectives and recommendations from Associate Dean of Academic Affairs and/or Curriculum Committee
Administer tests, assignments and other exercises that permit measure of knowledge, abilities and/or performance relative to the course learning objectives
Maintain effective and timely communications with students and staff at all times
Provide students with individual feedback on assessments
Administer exams according to Law School guidelines
Complete student record keeping and submit grades in a timely and accurate manner
Uphold and abide by Campbell University policies and procedures, including but not limited to Title IX, and Information Security, including but not limited to FERPA and other state and federal mandates
Other job-related duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice
Education/Experience:
Excellent academic credentials with J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
At least five years of substantial law practice experience in the United States, ideally in the area of our curricular needs (Insurance Law, and Child Welfare Law)
Exceptional collegiality and cooperative spirit
Commitment to supporting all five of the Campbell Law distinctives (Faculty are not required to adhere to any specific religious tradition, but we seek individuals who will respect, support, and contribute to our Christian mission)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to work effectively and collegially with faculty, students, and colleagues
Demonstrate skill in teaching and mentoring students
Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
Demonstrate tact, a positive attitude, courtesy and discretion in dealing with faculty, staff, students, university officials and outside constituencies
Always maintain a professional appearance and demeanor
Work independently and function effectively in a team and within a diverse group of people
Knowledge regarding the usage of Blackboard and web- based applications
Exercise independent judgment in complex, new, and/or stressful situations
Meet set deadlines
Adaptability, flexibility and a willingness to work in a changing environment
This position demands accuracy, honesty, integrity and the ability to work within the Christian mission of Campbell University
To Apply for This Position:
Campbell University is unable to accept paper or email applications. Please apply by clicking on the “Apply Now” button, or, if you are viewing this posting via an outside source, visit us online at http://www.campbell.edu/employment/ to apply.
To be considered, you must submit the following, without which your application cannot move forward:
A cover letter (which must include a discussion of the Campbell Law distinctives, available at https://law.campbell.edu/about/our-school/our-vision/)
C.V. (which must include at least three references)
Undergraduate and law school transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable at this stage)
Recent teaching evaluations, if any
After submitting through the required portal, you may email the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs with your materials attached if you would like to confirm the above have been received. If you have any questions, or if you are an individual with a disability and need assistance completing an application for employment contact the Human Resources Department at 910-893-1256 or email employment@campbell.edu.
About Campbell Law:
Located in the heart of downtown Raleigh, North Carolina – one of the nation’s fastest growing and most dynamic cities – Campbell Law focuses on developing practice-ready lawyers who lead with purpose and professional excellence.
To Apply For This Position:
Campbell University is unable to accept paper or email applications. IMPORTANT: A cover letter, CV, or resume, and contact information for three professional references are requested as part of the application process. Applications without these attachments may be considered incomplete. If you have any questions, or if you are an individual with a disability and need assistance completing an application for employment contact the Human Resources Department at 910-893-1256 or email employment@campbell.edu. Campbell University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Campbell University maintains a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Accordingly, the University is committed to administering all educational and employment activities without discrimination as to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ethnicity or national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, protected veteran and military status and any other characteristic protected by law, except where appropriate and authorized by law. This policy of nondiscrimination shall include, but not be limited to, the following employment decisions and practices: hiring; upgrading; promotions; demotions or transfers; layoffs; recalls; terminations; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; selection for training, including apprenticeship; and recruitment or recruitment advertising.
Employees and applicants of Campbell University will not be subjected to any form of harassment or discrimination for exercising rights protected by, or because of their participation in, an investigation or compliance review related to Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998, or any other federal or state nondiscrimination law, rule, or regulation.
Campbell University also maintains affirmative action programs to implement our equal employment opportunity policy. Employees or applicants who wish to review appropriate portions of these affirmative action programs may schedule an appointment to do so by contacting Human Resources at the Buies Creek campus, during normal business hours.