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The University of California, Irvine School of Law Master of Laws Program is inviting qualified lecturers to teach courses. The Master of Laws Program includes both the American Law LL.M. Program and the Graduate Tax Program.

The LL.M. program in American Law at the University of California, Irvine School of Law offers a rigorous academic program in a collegial, welcoming environment for legal professionals educated and/or licensed to practice law in a jurisdiction outside of the United States. Our students benefit from learning and mentorship in a close community of scholars, including our world-renowned faculty. Our global LL.M. students have access to a full array of practical opportunities including clinics, student journals, externships, and more.

The Graduate Tax Program at the University of California, Irvine School of Law offers an innovative, one-of-a-kind LL.M. curriculum that instills students with both the doctrinal depth and the practical skills needed to practice tax law at the highest levels, in the United States or abroad. The Graduate Tax Program aims to produce graduates who are prepared for careers as tax attorneys, judges, tax administrators and policy advocates, as well as markedly enhancing the tax skills of those who are already members of the tax profession.

While of the School of Law is open to proposals for courses reflecting the expertise of experienced practitioners or academics which compliment the goals of the curriculum of each program, we regularly seek qualified instructors to teach courses such as:

• Reading, Analysis and Writing in American Law
• International Dispute Resolution
• Estate Planning
• Advanced Estate Planning

General Duties: In addition to teaching responsibilities, general duties include holding office hours, assigning grades, advising students, preparing course materials (e.g., syllabus, handouts, exercises, final exams and other assessments), and maintaining a course website. UCI Law is interested in candidates who will contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching.

To receive full consideration for any openings, submit a complete application. Completed applications will be reviewed when openings arise. Additional materials and/or references may be requested of finalists.
Candidates who are interested in remaining in the pool after the final date will need to submit a new application.

Lecturer appointments are term appointments. The term appointment falls under the purview of the agreement between the University of California and the American Federation of Teachers. Terms and conditions of employment are subject to UC policy and the collective bargaining agreement available here: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/ix/index.html

Candidates selected for the Fall 2025 Semester are expected to work from:
Fall: August 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025.

Candidates selected for the Spring 2026 Semester are expected to work from:
Spring: January 1, 2026 – May 31, 2026.

Course grades must be submitted in a timely manner.

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC anti-discrimination policy.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.

• “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties
• APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment.
  

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.