Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Law (Open Rank)
About The Position
The University of Arkansas School of Law is seeking applicants for a 9-month, 100% appointed, tenure/tenure track assistant, associate or full professor (based on qualifications) starting in the 2027-2028 academic year. The successful candidate will teach courses aligned with the needs of the School of Law and its students. 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. We place a premium on teaching excellence and are deeply committed to our students’ academic and professional success. At the same time, our faculty engage in scholarship that is shaping law and policy on the 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. It is a land grant institution, and is 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 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. Rank: Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor will depend on the level of experience.
Requirements
- J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school or an international law degree
- A distinguished academic record
- Demonstrated scholarly promise
Nice To Haves
- A law license and two years of practical legal experience
- Tenure-track teaching experience or experience as a visiting assistant professor or fellow
Responsibilities
- Teach courses aligned with the needs of the School of Law and its students.
- 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.
- Support high-quality instruction and student learning through regular on-campus presence.
- Participate in selected departmental or programmatic activities that advance teaching quality and student success.
Benefits
- University contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance
- Tuition waivers for employees and their families
- 12 official holidays
- Immediate leave accrual
- A choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
