UMKC Seeking Chair in Property Law

Edward A. Smith/Missouri Chair
in Law, the Constitution and Society
University of Missouri - Kansas City
School of Law

 The University of Missouri - Kansas City (UMKC) School of Law is seeking nominations and applications for the Edward A. Smith/Missouri Chair in Law, the Constitution and Society.  The School is especially interested in applicants with strong backgrounds in Environmental Law, State and Local Government Law, Urban Law, or Property Law.   It is expected that the holder of the Chair will make significant contributions to student learning and scholarship, and will be an active leader in bringing creative solutions to the legal and social problems of the wider community.  The Chair was established in honor of Edward A. Smith, whose distinguished career exemplified the use of law as a tool for shaping a better society. 
 
The School of Law was founded more than 100 years ago and is located in the beautiful Country Club Plaza area of Kansas City, a diverse metropolitan area of more than 2.3 million people.  The School provides its approximately 500 students with a comprehensive, affordable legal education supported by a collaborative and dedicated faculty, uses a personalized admissions process, and enjoys strong community and alumni support.  The School is housed in a technologically sophisticated building on a landscaped and vibrant campus.  The UMKC School of Law is the only law school in Kansas City, and is one of two law schools in the University of Missouri system.

Nominations and questions may be directed to Professor Doug Linder, [email protected], (816)235-2375.  To apply, please submit an application through http://www.umkc.edu/hr/career-opportunities/default.asp

Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, and other materials the applicant wishes to be considered, before October 15, 2013.  Applicants who are not U. S. citizens must state their current visa and residency status.

The University of Missouri-Kansas City recognizes that a diverse faculty, staff, and student body enriches the educational experiences of the entire campus and the greater community.  To this end, UMKC is committed to recruiting and retaining faculty, students and staff who will further enrich our campus diversity and to making every attempt to support their academic, professional and personal success.            

The University of Missouri-Kansas City is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.