Visiting Associate Professor / Professor of Constitutional Law, Trachok Center for Constitutional Law

University of Nevada Reno•Reno, NV

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About The Position

The College of Liberal Arts at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) invites applications for a one-year Visiting Associate Professor / Professor in Constitutional Law to begin Fall of 2026. This is a full-time, one-year appointment (with the possibility of a second-year extension). The successful candidate will teach undergraduates in constitutional law, theories of justice, and related areas, which form part of the Legal Studies minor and the forthcoming Interdisciplinary Degree in Law, Business, and Society. Both programs sit under the newly established Center for Constitutional Law, housed within the College. This Center works closely with the Boyd Law School in Las Vegas. The candidate will also work with the Executive Director and the Assistant Director of the Center for Constitutional Law in the implementation of the Center’s mission.

Requirements

Ph.D. in Political Science, Law, History, Philosophy, or a related discipline, or a JD
Demonstrated excellence in teaching constitutional or public law at the college level, or an ABA law school
Hold a current appointment at an accredited American university and holds a Professor or Associate Professor position
A record of scholarly excellence in Constitutional Law, Political Science, Philosophy, or Legal Studies, among others

Nice To Haves

A publication record in constitutional law, legal theory, or public policy.
Strong communication skills to engage with faculty, administrators, and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduates in constitutional law, theories of justice, and related areas
Work with the Executive Director and the Assistant Director of the Center for Constitutional Law in the implementation of the Center’s mission.

Benefits

Remarkable Retirement: Your 19.25% contribution is generously matched by the University. With the faculty retirement plan, you are 100% vested your first day.
Health insurance options including dental and vision
E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options.
Many local businesses offer discounts to WolfCard holders
Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.
Several Diversity Committees and Affinity Groups focusing on campus-wide diversity initiatives to ensure we are working to create a diverse and welcoming campus climate.
Faculty Senate is the principal representing body for faculty.
No state income tax!
Grants-in-aid for Faculty Employees: Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate. Dependents of faculty have unlimited credits
Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program: We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners that provides resources and assists them to identify career opportunities in Northern Nevada.