Northeastern University School of Law seeks a highly entrepreneurial, innovative individual to lead its new LLM program and to work on the development of international programming for the law school.

The duties of the Director will include the following:

Design and development of the new LLM Program (launching August 2012). The person in this position will lead the development of the new program. This will include program design, international and domestic student recruitment, development of program materials, management of budget, reviewing and maintaining program quality, and other relevant activities.  The person in this position will teach in the courses specifically aimed at LLM students and will work with the Faculty Director to develop the curriculum and recruit adjunct faculty as appropriate

Development of international programming.  The School of Law is undertaking a variety of international initiatives including development of international co-op (field placement) opportunities for our students, building international employment opportunities for our graduates, and forging connections with universities and law schools outside the U.S. The Director will work with the Dean and other members of the faculty to develop these initiatives.    

The successful candidate must have a JD degree and at least five years of administrative experience, preferably in an academic setting, or five years of law practice or equivalent experience.  The successful candidate should be entrepreneurial, innovative, and have an ability to work with people from varied backgrounds.  Teaching experience and experience working in international situations are strongly preferred.  The successful candidate must have a strong interest in international travel, international education and international students. 

Northeastern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action educational institution and employer, Title IX university.  Northeastern particularly welcomes applications from minorities, women and persons with disabilities.  Northeastern University is an E-Verify Employer.