Law Adjunct Faculty - International Human Rights Clinic

WHO WE ARE

Founded in 1973, the J. Reuben Clark Law School at Brigham Young University (BYU Law) has grown into one of the nation's leading law schools. Boasting an expert faculty and strong student body, the Law School provides an exceptional "education grounded in legal theory, enhanced by experiential learning, and enlightened by the laws of God." (BYU Law Educational Objectives). Dedicated to educating the whole person, BYU Law seeks to "develop people of integrity who combine faith and intellect in lifelong service to God and neighbor." (BYU Law Mission Statement).

WHAT WE DO

At BYU Law, we prepare students for meaningful careers and contributions to our society. We afford students opportunities to develop leadership, transactional, and litigation skills. We equip students with cross-cultural competence, preparing them to engage and communicate effectively. We inspire students to acquire and maintain the highest levels of professionalism, civility, and ethics. And we embrace a whole-building approach, engaging every member of the BYU Law community in developing the professional competencies, character, and diversity of our student's gifts.

ABOUT THIS POSITION

Job Title: Law Adjunct Faculty - International Human Rights Clinic

Desired start date: September 1, 2026

Last day to apply: April 17, 2025

Posting close date: April 18, 2026

WHAT YOU'LL DO IN THIS POSITION

The Adjunct Faculty Member reports to the Law School's Associate Dean for Faculty & Curriculum, and will work closely with other full-time faculty as a clinic instructor. Some of the responsibilities of this role are: 

• Clinic instructors will assist and supervise students in tasks such as reviewing petitions for relief, recommending disposition on reviewed cases, writing briefs or memos in support of current cases before Human Rights bodies or tribunals, and general research and writing on human rights issues.

WHAT QUALIFIES YOU FOR THIS ROLE?

Required Degree: JD required. Required degree must be completed by the start date.

Experience: Applicants should have demonstrated experience with human rights issues, including working for or with various international institutions such as the UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights or the Inter-American Court of Human Rights. Recent or on-going connection to such institutions is preferred.

Must reside in or be willing to relocate to the State of Utah to be eligible for employment consideration.

This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.

MISSION ALIGNMENT STATEMENT INSTRUCTIONS

If you are a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:

BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball).

If you are not a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:

Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church