THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA COLLEGE OF LAW is seeking a Director of Field Placement Program for the academic year (2025-2026) for a one-year visiting faculty position to cover the duties of the current Director, Field Placement Programs while they are on a professional development leave.

The Field Placement Program is one of the College of Law’s experiential learning programs and serves approximately 30-40 students each semester and in the summer. Through the Field Placement program, students work in government or non-profit agencies, criminal prosecution or defense offices, state and federal judges’ chambers, and select corporate counsel offices. The program is immersive; students earn between 6 and 14 credits during the academic year and participate in a 2-credit seminar alongside their field work. Candidates may be considered for remote work

The Visiting Professor will oversee all aspects of the Field Placement Program under the guidance of the current Director.  The duties include:

·      Overseeing administrative aspects of the Field Placement Program such as developing programming, marketing, and informational sessions

·      Reviewing and approving potential student-initiated field placement opportunities;

·      Coordinating applications and maintaining relationships with legal service providers that partner with the law school;

·      Counsel students regarding course selection and scheduling together with identifying, applying to, and preparing for field placements;   

·      Coordinating certification of students for student practice;

·      Developing curricular materials, as needed, and providing guidance to full-time and adjunct faculty teaching within the field placement program;

·      Communicating with various offices, including the Registrar, Financial Aid, Dean’s office, faculty curriculum committee, faculty supervisors, and field supervisors;

·      Coordinating other experiential opportunities, such as the Poverty Law Practicum, Poverty Law Intern Program, and the Prosecuting Intern Program; and

·      Potentially teaching one section of the field placement seminar each semester.

Position Qualifications:

Education required:

·      JD

Required Qualifications:

·      Strong understanding of ABA standards relevant to experiential education.

·      Minimum five years of law-related professional experience after law school.

·      Teaching experience in experiential course work and administrative oversight of either clinics or externships.

·      Ability to effectively interact with a population of varying perspectives.

·      Demonstrated ability to lead and/or develop business processes to align with marketplace demands.

·      Experience supporting professional development and mentoring students in  the legal industry. 

Iowa Law – the “Writing Law School” – is a warm and collegial community that offers hands-on opportunities that turn theoretical concepts into actual experience.  The field placement program is one of the keystone experiential learning courses, alongside a storied legal writing program, four well-known journals, and an in-house clinic.  

Iowa City is a UNESCO City of Literature and is the home of the Iowa Writers Workshop and a rich arts community. Enjoy Big Ten athletics at Kinnick Stadium or Carver Hawkeye Arena, Broadway shows at Hancher Auditorium, art at the Stanley Museum, and live music across the community as you immerse yourself in the entertainment options this city has to offer. Iowa City is home to more than 50 parks, nature areas, and open spaces. Nearly 100% of city residents live within half a mile of recreation space, including parks, schoolyards, or nature areas. The county trail system is interconnected with the university and surrounding communities, making it easy and enjoyable to explore by bike. 

To apply, please email CV to Jill Soppe at jill-soppe@uiowa.edu.  For more information, please contact Associate Dean Emily Hughes at emily-hughes@uiowa.edu. Position will remain open until filled.

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.

 In addition to abiding by the UI Nondiscrimination Statement the College of Law further prohibits discrimination on the basis of ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, and military status. The College of Law affirms its commitment to providing equal opportunity without discrimination or segregation on the same bases.