Director of the LL.M. Program in Gaming Law and Regulation and Assistant Professor-in-Residence, William S. Boyd School of Law [R0150541]

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The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for the Director of the LL.M. Program in Gaming Law and Regulation and Assistant Professor-in-Residence, William S. Boyd School of Law [R0150541]

ROLE of the POSITION

The Director of the LL.M. Program in Gaming Law and Regulation and Assistant Professor-in-Residence (Director) is a core member of the law school faculty, with a unique leadership and administrative role in the LL.M. program. The position requires a deep knowledge and of, and experience in, gaming law. The Director will teach specialized courses in gaming law (2 per year), advise and mentor students on their career pathways into gaming law, as well as manage the day-to-day operations and strategic direction (including overall curriculum) of the program. The role demands a combination of teaching, mentoring, research, and administrative responsibilities to ensure the program's academic excellence and market relevance.

Key responsibilities and duties:

Faculty-Level Work (60%)

• Teaching and Curriculum Development (30%):

  • Responsibility for the overall curriculum of the LL.M. Program, along with learning objectives and curriculum mapping.

  • Teach core and elective courses within the LL.M. Program, covering topics such as gaming regulation, casino operations, sports betting, and technology innovation.

  • Collaborate with other faculty and industry experts to develop and refine the curriculum, ensuring it remains current and responsive to changes in the gaming landscape.

  • Recruit industry professionals to serve as adjunct faculty in the program.

• Student Advising and Mentorship (30%):

  • Serve as the primary academic advisor and mentor for LL.M. students, guiding them through course selection, academic progress, and career planning.

  • Provide career guidance and network students with practitioners in the gaming