Professor of Law

Albany Law School•Albany, NY

22h•$90,000 - $160,000

About The Position

ALBANY LAW SCHOOL, in New York’s Capital City, invites applications from entry-level and lateral candidates for a faculty position in its Health Law Clinic beginning in July 2026. This is a tenure-track or long term-contract track position. We are committed to the diversity of our law school community and we seek candidates with experience in teaching and mentoring students from groups historically excluded from higher education and the legal profession and whose work advances critical thinking on questions of importance to society. We welcome applications from qualified candidates with at least six years of practice experience, with some of that practice specifically dedicated to advocacy for clients with chronic health challenges. Qualifications We seek candidates with practice experience, a strong academic record, capacity for scholarly merit, and whose work encourages innovative and critical thinking. Applicants must hold a J.D. degree or the equivalent and demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence. Appointment rank will be determined commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Application Instructions Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, but we recommend that you submit your materials as soon as possible. To apply, please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research agenda, writing sample, and the contact information for at least three references. Please note that these documents can be attached in a single PDF for convenience. For more information about this opportunity, please contact Professor Carla Spivack, Chair of the Faculty Recruitment Committee, at [email protected]. All applications must be submitted on our employment webpage. (this will be updated with the link once posting is approved). Compensation The estimated salary range for this position is $90,000-$160,000 per year, plus comprehensive benefits package. Salary will be based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, and in consideration of internal equity. Albany Law School is committed to ensuring equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in all of its employment practices, without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, religion, creed, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, status as transgender or gender transitioning, veteran or military status (including special disabled veteran, Vietnam-era veteran, or recently separated veteran), predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other protected category under applicable local, state, or federal law. This position is offered subject to this commitment, and candidates will be considered on the basis of merit, ability, and valid job qualifications without regard to the aforementioned characteristics. Celebrating its 175th Anniversary, Albany Law School is located in the heart of New York’s capital, which offers unparalleled access to state and federal courts, the legislature, and a wide range of private and public employers. Join us in continuing a tradition that has produced leaders in all areas of the legal profession, across every area of law, public service, and government including two U.S. Supreme Court Justices and a President of the United States. Our students enter the law school from undergraduate institutions, other graduate studies, industry, and often as part of a career progression or change. Our graduates consistently secure employment and career advancement across several areas of practice, including government service, Big Law, and public interest. Our most recent graduating class performed over 52,176 hours of pro bono and public service work during their law school careers. Apply now to be part of Albany Law’s next chapter of excellence. Posted 3/2/26