Full Professor of Law

University of St Thomas•Minneapolis, MN

10d•$130,000 - $260,000•Onsite

About The Position

The University of St. Thomas School of Law (Minnesota) invites applications for a full-time faculty position teaching and writing in doctrinal subjects, beginning in Fall 2026. We will consider applicants in all subject areas. We will consider both entry-level and lateral candidates, and both tenure-track and tenured appointments. We seek candidates who are, or have the potential to become, excellent scholars and teachers and will also contribute to our distinctive mission as a Catholic law school. The School of Law offers an innovative curriculum emphasizing professional formation and the education of the whole person. The school has earned numerous recognitions for excellence in scholarly engagement, teaching, and community building, including: #23 in faculty scholarly impact (Leiter/Sisk rankings, August 2024) #17 in downloads per paper in Social Science Research Network (as of June 22, 2025) #3 for best practical training (National Jurist, 2024; top 3 every year since 2014) #8 for state and local clerkships (Princeton Review, 2024) (See: https://www.stthomas.edu/law/about/rankings/ ) The School of Law’s commitments to scholarship, teaching, service, and community are inspired by our distinctive mission. As a Catholic law school, we are dedicated “to integrating faith and reason in the search for truth through a focus on morality and social justice.” We seek candidates, of diverse faiths and beliefs, who can contribute to this mission. The mission also commits the School of Law to the inherent dignity of all people; to equal opportunity policies and practices; and to an environment that is diverse and inclusive. We actively seek to attract, retain, and develop faculty from all backgrounds to enhance our learning community and offer our students varied perspectives.

Requirements

Applicants must possess a J.D. or equivalent academic degree
Candidates must have strong academic credentials
Demonstrate strong scholarly potential
Exhibit a commitment to excellence in teaching
Lateral candidates must also demonstrate an outstanding scholarly record, a history of excellence in teaching, and substantial service

Responsibilities

Maintain an active scholarly agenda
Teach approximately 10 credits per academic year
Engage in both internal and external service

Benefits

Tuition remission benefits for employees, spouses, and dependents upon eligibility
A generous employer retirement contribution upon eligibility
Medical, dental, and vision options
Employer-paid disability, life, and AD&D benefits
Paid parental leave benefits

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