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Posting Number:20251251FPosition Title:Professor of PracticePosition Type:FacultyLocation:Villanova, PARecruitment Type:Internal/External ApplicantsWork Schedule:full-time/12-monthsDepartment:241-Law School InstructionPosition Summary:
Villanova University’s Charles Widger School of Law is seeking an experienced tax practitioner for the position of Professor of Practice for the Graduate Tax Program. The Graduate Tax Program offers a Master of Laws in Taxation (LLM) for students who have completed a JD, a Master of Taxation (MT) for students without a legal background, and several certificate programs in specialized areas of taxation available to students of any academic background.
Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. Diversity and inclusion have been and will continue to be an integral component of Villanova University’s mission. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Teach on-campus and online courses in the Graduate Tax Program.
- Counsel students on academic issues, professional development, and employment opportunities.
- Assist with marketing and outreach to increase student enrollment, assist students with employment opportunities, and enhance the program’s reputation and profile.
- Assist Faculty Director with overseeing the Graduate Tax Program’s academic programs, including curriculum, teaching, and adjunct faculty.
Minimum Qualifications:
- A Juris Doctor degree or Certified Public Accountant certificate is required.
- 4 years of relevant tax practice experience is required.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.
- Excellent teaching ability is required.
- Expertise in relevant substantive area is required.
- Demonstrated experience in relationship building and networking skills is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- A Master of Laws in Taxation (LLM) or Master of Taxation (MT) degree is preferred.
- Prior teaching experience is preferred.
Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours: Special Message to Applicants:
All applications are to include:
- Application cover letter
- Current and complete curriculum vitae
- List of 3 references (we will contact the references for finalists only)
Finalists will be required to submit a Statement of Contribution to the University’s Augustinian Catholic Mission.
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Review of applications begins upon receipt and continues until the position is filled.
Posting Date:07/14/2025Closing Date (11:59pm ET):Salary Posting Information:
Competitive
Salary Band:Job Classification:faculty
