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Posted June 10, 2026

Visiting Professor of Law

Villanova University
Villanova, Pennsylvania, United States 19085 Full Time
Reference: 285170469

Villanova University


Visiting Professor of Law



Posting Details

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Posting Details (Default Section)

Posting Number: 20260041F
Position Title: Visiting Professor of Law
Position Type: Faculty
Location: Villanova, PA
Recruitment Type: Internal/External Applicants
Work Schedule: temporary
Department: 241-Law School Instruction
Position Summary:
Why work at Villanova?
  • Join a mission-driven organization. Since Villanova University’s founding in 1842, we have been inspired by the values of truth, unity, and love, and are a community dedicated to service to others.
  • Villanova has been included among the nation’s best colleges and universities. VU’s inclusion again in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 “Best Colleges” rankings is another indication of the University’s continued prominence and forward momentum.

Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law invites applications for a Visiting Professor of Law during academic year 2026-27. The Visiting Professor is a part-time, non-tenure track, one semester appointment for either the Fall 2026 or Spring 2027 semester. We are especially interested in candidates able to teach Criminal Law, Civil Procedure, or Business Organizations.

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Teach one course in the Fall or Spring semester in accordance with the needs of the School of Law.
  • Advise and support students through formal and informal means.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Juris Doctor
  • Excellent academic credentials
  • Strong classroom teaching skills
  • Expertise in relevant area of law
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Significant record of successful teaching.
Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours:
Special Message to Applicants:
All applications are to include:
  • Application cover letter
  • Current and complete curriculum vitae
  • Statement of teaching philosophy
  • List of 3 references (we will contact the references for finalists only)
  • Unofficial academic transcripts. Official transcripts will be required from finalists only.
  • Finalists will be required to submit a statement on their contributions to the University Mission and Enduring Commitments.

Mission Statement | Villanova University

Review of applications begins upon receipt and continues until the position is filled.
Posting Date: 06/09/2026
Closing Date (11:59pm ET): 06/16/2026
Salary Posting Information:
Competitive
Salary Band:
Job Classification: faculty

References Needed

References Needed

Minimum Number of References Needed 3
Maximum Number of References Needed 3

Supplemental Questions

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  1. * How did you first hear of this employment opportunity?
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    • Referred by a current employee
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  2. * If your answer to the above question is "Other", please specify the source below. If this question does not apply to you, enter N/A.

    (Open Ended Question)

Documents needed to complete your application:

Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
  2. Resume / Curriculum Vitae
  3. Statement of Teaching Philosophy
  4. Transcripts
Optional Documents
  1. Summary of Teaching Evaluations
  2. Statement of Contribution to Mission
  3. Other Document
  4. Other Document (2)




Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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