More Openings for Business Law Teachers/Scholars

Today, I am at the Southeastern Association of Law Schools ("SEALS") annual conference working with aspiring law professors.  More on that and other aspects of SEALS next week.  But it seems a number of law schools are hiring for the 2019-20 academic year, some specifically looking for business law folks and others looking for MVPs that may include business law folks.  Set forth below are several of the messages I have gotten in the past few weeks.  Hopefully, I have managed not to repeat a notice someone else already has posted . . . .

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Professor of Law / Assistant (Acting) Professor of Law
University of California, Irvine School of Law

The University of California, Irvine School of Law invites applications for tenured and non-tenured faculty positions beginning August 1, 2018.

UC Irvine School of Law is a visionary law school focused on training talented and passionate lawyers and driven by professional excellence, intellectual rigor, and a commitment to enrich our communities through public service. UCI Law, founded just ten years ago, is the newest public law school in California in early 50 years and currently is ranked 21st nationally by U.S. News & World Report.

The School, ranked 6th in the nation for scholarly impact, is highly regarded for its faculty and expert practical training. UCI Law offers a distinct, innovative approach to legal education that features experiential learning and interdisciplinary studies. Committed to values of public service, excellence in scholarship and teaching, and fostering a diverse, inclusive community, UCI Law is home to distinguished faculty and passionate, talented, and socially conscious students.

Applicants must hold a J.D. degree or equivalent, or a Ph.D. from an accredited institution and have demonstrated potential for outstanding teaching and scholarly achievements. Scholars from all areas of interest are encouraged to apply.

For more information about UCI Law, visit: www.law.uci.edu.

Interested applicants should submit formal materials using UC Irvine’s online application system, AP Recruit:

For tenured faculty position: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/apply/JPF04840
For tenure-track faculty position: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/apply/JPF04865

The University of California Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy. A recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity, UCI is responsive to the needs of dual career couples, supports work-life balance through an array of family-friendly policies, and is dedicated to broadening participation in higher education.

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WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW invites applications from entry-level or junior lateral candidates for tenure-track positions, to begin in the fall of 2019.

We are particularly interested in corporate law, property law, and criminal law. Candidates must have at a minimum a J.D., a PhD, or the equivalent in a related field. In addition, candidates should have strong scholarly potential and a commitment to excellence in teaching. Duties will include teaching assigned courses, researching and publishing scholarly work, advising students, and participating in law school and university service. The strong candidate will demonstrate the ability to create inclusive classrooms and environments in which all students can learn and thrive.

The committee will be reviewing applications submitted through the AALS Faculty Appointments Register, but is willing to consider materials outside of the FAR process. Although there is no deadline, applications will have the best chance of full consideration if they are received by August 21, 2018. Application materials should include a cover letter, a resume which includes at least 3 references, a list of publications and up to three pieces of scholarly work. Materials should be submitted to Professor Kevin Collins, Chair of Appointments Committee, Washington University School of Law, by emailing them to [email protected].

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to recruit, hire, train, and promote without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or genetic information.

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UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT DAVIS SCHOOL OF LAW invites applications for two entry-level, tenure-track positions to begin July 1, 2019. Our hiring needs are flexible. We seek applications from candidates with scholarly distinction or promise and a commitment to excellence in teaching.

All candidates must apply through the UC Recruit system at the following link: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/apply/JPF02341. In addition, as part of their application, candidates must include a Statement of Contributions to Diversity. Information about the Statement can be found at http://academicaffairs.ucdavis.edu/diversity/equity_inclusion/index.html. For full consideration, applicants should apply by September 27, 2018, although we recommend that you submit your materials as soon as possible.

Candidates must have a J.D. or equivalent degree. We require a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research agenda, teaching evaluations and/or transcripts, writing sample, and contact information for three references at this time. Please note that we may require further documentation at a future date, including, but not limited to, letters of recommendation, which will be treated as confidential per University of California Policy and California state law.

Please direct questions to Professor Peter Lee, Chair of the Faculty Appointments Committee, via email at [email protected].

Inquiries about visiting positions should be submitted to Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs Afra Afsharipour, also at [email protected].

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, see http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct.

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ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF LAW

THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY COLLEGE OF LAW invites applications for one, possibly two, entry-level, tenure-track faculty positions at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning in the Fall of 2019. The College is seeking to fill needs in almost any area of law. Some key areas include Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure, Property, Civil Procedure, Contracts, Family Law, Securities Regulation, and Trusts and Estates. However, we are interested in considering candidates who teach and/or research in other areas that are not included in this sample list of priorities. The College of Law is an important part of a major research university and offers a collegial and supportive atmosphere for its faculty, staff, and students. Applicants should have a J.D. or equivalent law degree, a record of high academic achievement, and a demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and in scholarly productivity. Salary for this position will be commensurate with experience.

The University of Kentucky is an Equal Opportunity University that values diversity and inclusion. Individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans, women, and members of other underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

Applicants should send a letter of application and resume to Jennifer Bird-Pollan, Chair, Faculty Appointments Committee, by mail at the University of Kentucky College of Law, 213 Mandrell Hall, Lexington, KY 40506-0048, or by email to the administrative assistant for the Committee at [email protected].

To receive consideration for this position, applicants must apply through the University of Kentucky’s Integrated Employment System at http://ukjobs.uky.edu/postings/154559.

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OR PROFESSOR OF LAW

THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY COLLEGE OF LAW invites applications for one experienced, tenured or tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor, beginning in the Fall of 2019. The College is seeking to fill needs in almost any area of law. Some key areas include Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure, Property, Civil Procedure, Contracts, Family Law, Securities Regulation, and Trusts and Estates. However, we are interested in considering candidates who teach and/or research in other areas that are not included in this sample list of priorities. The College of Law is an important part of a major research university and offers a collegial and supportive atmosphere for its faculty, staff, and students. Applicants should have a J.D. or equivalent law degree, a record of high academic achievement, and distinguished accomplishment in teaching and in scholarly productivity. Salary for this position will be commensurate with experience.

The University of Kentucky is an Equal Opportunity University that values diversity and inclusion. Individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans, women, and members of other underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

Applicants should send a letter of application and resume to Jennifer Bird-Pollan, Chair, Faculty Appointments Committee, by mail at the University of Kentucky College of Law, 213 Mandrell Hall, Lexington, KY 40506-0048, or by email to the administrative assistant for the Committee at [email protected].

To receive consideration for this position, applicants must apply through the University of Kentucky’s Integrated Employment System at http://ukjobs.uky.edu/postings/154567.