UNIVERSITY AT BUFFALO Law & Policy Lecturer-in-Law in Buffalo, NY

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Position Title Law & Policy Lecturer-in-Law
Department School of Law
Posting Number F260047
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Position Type UUP Faculty
Posting Detail Information

Fiscal Year 2025-2026
Position Summary
The University at Buffalo is seeking a Lecturer-in-Law to support the mission of the University at Buffalo School of Law’s New York Law and Policy Institute through teaching, applied legal and policy research, and student mentorship. Working closely with the Institute Director, the lecturer contributes to strategic program development, collaborates with community partners on state and local policy initiatives, and produces high-quality legal and policy research.

Duties include:

  • Supervising law students engaged in policy research and advocacy
  • Teaching Institute-related courses with clinical or fieldwork components
  • Participating in fundraising efforts that support the Institute’s academic mission

Outstanding Benefits Package
Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit – all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. We support your growth and development through our career coaching and training department and we qualify as a public service loan forgiveness organization. Learn more about our benefit packages.

About The University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications
- JD from an accredited law school.
- Excellent research and writing skills.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
- Admission to the New York bar.
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with law and policy design, legal research, advocacy and implementation at a state level.
Physical Demands
Driving Requirements This position does not drive a university owned vehicle
Salary Range $95,000 - $110,000
Additional Salary Information
Job Type Full-Time
Campus North Campus
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Is a background check required for this posting No
Background Check Notification
Contact Information

Contact's Name Daniel Ortega
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Contact's Title
Contact's Email dortega3@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone 716-645-2400
Posting Dates

Posted 05/15/2026
Deadline for Applicants Open Until Filled
Date to be filled 06/15/2026
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Number of References Required 3
Reference Cutoff Date
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Supplemental Questions

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  1. - Please indicate your current employment affiliation with the University at Buffalo.
    • Faculty
    • Faculty Student Association (FSA)
    • Research Foundation Employee
    • State Classified
    • State Professional
    • UB Foundation
    • TA/GA
    • Student
    • No Current Employment Affiliation
  2. - How did you first hear about this employment opportunity
    • AcademicKeys.com
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    • CareerWomen.com
    • Chronicle of Higher Education
    • DiversitySearch.com
    • GoogleJobs.com
    • HERCjobs.org
    • HigherEdJobs.com
    • IMDiversity.com
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    • LinkedIn.com
    • MBACareers.com
    • Conference
    • Personal Referral
    • UBJobs.buffalo.edu
    • Other
  3. - Are you a SUNY employee eligible for special consideration as a result of retrenchment
    • Yes
    • No
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Resume
  3. Writing Sample
Optional Documents
The University at Buffalo is seeking a Lecturer-in-Law to support the mission of the University at Buffalo School of Law’s New York Law and Policy Institute through teaching, applied legal and policy research, and student mentorship. Working closely with the Institute Director, the lecturer contributes to strategic program development, collaborates with community partners on state and local policy initiatives, and produces high-quality legal and policy research. Duties include: Supervising law students engaged in policy research and advocacy Teaching Institute-related courses with clinical or fieldwork components Participating in fundraising efforts that support the Institute’s academic mission Outstanding Benefits Package Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit – all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. We support your growth and development through our career coaching and training department and we qualify as a public service loan forgiveness organization. Learn more about our benefit packages. About The University at Buffalo The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo. University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Minimum Qualifications - JD from an accredited law school. - Excellent research and writing skills. - Strong interpersonal and organizational skills. - Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills. - Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders. - Admission to the New York bar. Preferred Qualifications - Familiarity with law and policy design, legal research, advocacy and implementation at a state level. Physical Demands Driving Requirements This position does not drive a university owned vehicle Salary Range $95,000 - $110,000 Additional Salary Information Job Type Full-Time Campus North Campus Posting Alerts
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