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Full-time Faculty Position: Director of International Human Rights Law Clinic

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Location: Chicago, IL

Salary Range: $84,455 - $92,000 per year (10-month position)

Job Title: Term Faculty (Non-Tenure Track) – Law (25-26)

Rank: Professional Lecturer

Responsibilities:

- Develop a vision for the direction of the International Human Rights Law Clinic (IHRC)
- Teach clinical seminar and supervise law students
- Plan and teach courses, develop curriculum, and select clients/projects
- Conduct individual case/project work and handle clinic administration
- Teach one non-clinical course per year
- Serve as the Executive Director of the International Human Rights Law Institute
- Assist with fundraising for the clinic
- Full-time, non-tenure track position beginning in the 2025-2026 academic year

Required Qualifications:

- Juris Doctorate
- Minimum of five years of relevant practice experience in international human rights law, international humanitarian law, or international criminal law
- Active bar admission
- Excellent academic record
- Excellent analytical and writing skills
- Commitment to working in a diverse professional and client environment
- Commitment to clinical education

Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience supervising law students
- Prior legal teaching experience

Special Instructions to Applicants:

- Interested candidates should apply online
- Required materials include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, list of references, reference letters, diverse learning environment statement, and writing sample
- Direct any questions about the position to Max Helveston, Chair of the Appointments Committee, at

General Compensation/Benefits Statement:

- Salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience
- DePaul University offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, and tuition benefit

Academic Calendar:

- DePaul University operates on a quarter system, with classes in Autumn, Winter, and Spring quarters being 11 weeks in length (including finals week) and Summer courses being 5 weeks in length
- The College of Law operates on a semester system, with classes in the Fall and Spring semesters being 16 weeks in length (including finals week) and a Summer Session of 7 weeks (including final exams)

About DePaul University:

- Dedicated to producing purpose-driven lawyers who serve the public with integrity and compassion
- Graduates embrace a tradition of service to others and work to enhance access to the legal system for vulnerable members of society
- Encourages applicants who would enrich the diversity of the community
- For more information, visit

Required Materials:

- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- List of references and reference letters
- Diverse learning environment statement
- Writing sample

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DePaul Law is seeking a Director for its International Human Rights Law Clinic (IHRC) beginning July 1, 2025. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to shape the direction of the IHRC and will be responsible for all aspects of running the clinic, including teaching, supervising law students, and handling administration. This is a full-time, non-tenure track position with a salary range of $84,455 - $92,000 per year.

The IHRC is a part of DePaul Law's international human rights law program and has been a mainstay of the law school since 1990. The IHRC is known for its work in post-conflict justice, human rights documentation and analysis, and capacity building for legal professionals. The selected candidate will also serve as the Executive Director of the International Human Rights Law Institute and will teach one non-clinical course per year.

Minimum qualifications for this position include a Juris Doctorate, at least five years of relevant practice experience in international human rights law, and an active bar admission. The ideal candidate will also have excellent academic credentials, analytical and writing skills, and a commitment to working in a diverse professional and client environment. Experience supervising law students and prior legal teaching experience are preferred qualifications.

To apply, interested candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, list of references and reference letters, diverse learning environment statement, and writing sample. Direct any questions about the position to Max Helveston, Chair of the Appointments Committee, at .

DePaul University offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, and tuition benefit. The university operates on a quarter system, with classes in Autumn, Winter, and Spring quarters being 11 weeks in length and Summer courses being 5 weeks in length. The College of Law operates on a semester system, with classes in the Fall and Spring semesters being 16 weeks in length and a Summer Session of 7 weeks.

DePaul University is dedicated to producing purpose-driven lawyers who serve the public with integrity and compassion. Graduates embrace a tradition of service to others and work tirelessly to enhance access to the legal system for the most vulnerable members of society. The university enthusiastically encourages applicants who would enrich the diversity of the community to apply.

Join DePaul Law and make a difference in the field of international human rights law. Apply now for the Director position at the IHRC.