Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Law (Open Rank) - Property Law

University of Arkansas • Fayetteville, AR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Arkansas is seeking applicants for a 9-month, 100% appointed tenure-track or tenured assistant, associate, or full professor (depending on qualifications) to teach property law and related courses for the 2027-2028 academic year. Candidates must have a J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school and must demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring students. Applicants must demonstrate an excellent record of scholarship or, at the entry level, a strong potential for scholarship. Successful candidates will also show a commitment to service within and outside the University. Lateral candidates are encouraged to apply. The University of Arkansas School of Law offers an environment in which faculty can thrive, placing a premium on teaching excellence and a deep commitment to students' academic and professional success. The faculty engage in scholarship that shapes law and policy on state, national, and global levels. The faculty’s breadth of experience in government service, public interest law, private practice, and other areas of academic study ensures a vibrant intellectual life for students and faculty alike. We seek new colleagues who will meaningfully contribute to this community. The University of Arkansas-Fayetteville is the flagship campus of the University of Arkansas, a land grant institution committed to providing the highest levels of public education in service to the State of Arkansas. Located in the northwest corner of the state, Fayetteville is at the heart of a rapidly growing metropolitan area that boasts a dynamic economy, a vibrant cultural community, and world-class outdoor recreation, in a region that is regularly championed as a “best place to live.” This is an in-person position. Most University classes are offered face-to-face and this role requires regular on-campus presence to support high-quality instruction and student learning. Participation in selected departmental or programmatic activities that advance teaching quality and student success is also expected. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Requirements

• J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school or an international law degree.
• Demonstrated scholarly promise.
• Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

• A law license.
• Two years of practical legal experience.
• Tenure-track teaching experience or experience as a visiting assistant professor or fellow.

Responsibilities

• Teach property law and related courses.
• Demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring students.
• Demonstrate an excellent record of scholarship or, at the entry level, a strong potential for scholarship.
• Show a commitment to service within and outside the University.
• Participate in selected departmental or programmatic activities that advance teaching quality and student success.
• Maintain regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance.
• Create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Benefits

• University contributions to health insurance
• University contributions to dental insurance
• University contributions to life insurance
• University contributions to disability insurance
• Tuition waivers for employees and their families
• 12 official holidays
• Immediate leave accrual
• Choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level