Title: Legal Writing Fellowship (2-Year Fellowship)
Position Type: Academic
Department: School of Law
Closing Date: Screening Begins 03/15/2008 The application period will remain open until the position is filled.
Benefits: Medical Insurance/Mandatory Retirement/Professional Development/Partial Tuition Waiver/Wellness
Primary Functions

The University of Montana School of Law invites applications for a two-year Legal Writing Fellowship. The Legal Writing Fellowship provides an opportunity for a new teacher to develop pedagogical skills and scholarship in a supportive academic environment.

  • The successful candidate will work with the Director of the Legal Writing Program to teach the two, required, first-year legal writing courses.
  • May assist in the other components of the Law School's legal writing program, including the appellate advocacy course and advanced writing requirement.
  • The Legal Writing Fellow will be encouraged to take part in the full range of faculty activities.
  • The law faculty is committed to providing a supportive environment encouraging development as a teacher and scholar.
    • How To Apply/Submitting Materials

    Applicants should submit a cover letter specifically addressing how their experience qualifies them to teach as a Fellow in the Legal Writing Program. Applicants should also include an official law school transcript; a current resume; and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references.

    Application materials should be sent to:

    Chair Faculty Appointments Committee
    School of Law
    The University of Montana
    32 Campus Drive #6552
    Missoula, MT 59812-6552

    More information about this position is posted on the School Of Law website.
    Notices & Disclaimers

    Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to Offer of Employment
    In accordance with University policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations.

    ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference
    Qualified candidates must be able to meet minimum requirements and perform the primary functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. As an Equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, Vietnam era veterans, and women. This material is available in an alternative format upon request. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ preference in accordance with state law.

    References
    *References in addition to those listed on the application may be contacted without applicant's prior approval.

    Testing
    Individual hiring departments at UM-M may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions.