From a recent email:
The University of Minnesota Law School is pleased to announce a new program for law school graduates aspiring to become legal academics. The program will begin in August 2026 and is anticipated to be a three-year commitment based on an annual, renewable appointment. Renewal of the position is contingent on the VAP’s continued progress towards entering the law school teaching market.
Minnesota VAPs will teach law school classes and conduct legal research, with the expectation that VAPs will enter the law school teaching market in either their second or third year of the VAP program. VAPs will have the opportunity to participate in all law school faculty events and programs, and they will receive mentoring from faculty members.
This is a 100% time, renewable, 12-month academic professional appointment. The initial appointment will be for a period of one year. The appointment may be renewed for up to an additional two years following the successful completion of the first year. VAPs will be paid an annual salary of $75,000. The Law School will support professional and scholarly development, including through membership in professional associations, professional development funds, and research assistant funds. The deadline to apply is December 15, 2025.
If you are interested or know someone who may be, the full position description and application can be found on the University of Minnesota Employment website, Job ID 370643, or the direct link can be found here.