Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor - Open Rank

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number F2044P

Working Title Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor - Open Rank

Department Law School-General

About the University of Georgia

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About the College/Unit/Department

College/Unit/Department website

Posting Type External

Retirement Plan TRS or ORP

Employment Type Employee

Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible

Underutilization

Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience

Anticipated Start Date 08/01/2025

Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings)

Job Posting Date 07/24/2024

Job Closing Date

Open until filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

All applications will be considered until the position is filled. Interested persons should submit a letter of interest and curriculum vitae/resume with this application.

Location of Vacancy Athens Area

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Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title Open Rank

FLSA

Faculty Rank Open Rank

Contract Type Law Academic (9 mo.)

Tenure Status Tenure Track or Tenured

Minimum Qualifications

Terminal degree appropriate for the discipline.

Position Summary

The University of Georgia School of Law invites applications to fill one or more tenure-track or tenured positions at the rank of assistant professor, associate professor, or professor. The positions will begin August 2025, with a possibility of a January 1 start date. Applicants must be committed to producing world-class scholarship, providing first-rate legal training, and engaging in meaningful service. Curricular priorities include criminal law and procedure, corporate and securities law, contracts, and torts. Other specific curricular interests include trusts and estates, international, administrative and employment. Applicants who can teach in more than one of the above-listed disciplines will be especially helpful, as will applicants with varied backgrounds, educational and professional experiences, or research perspectives.

All applications will be considered until the position is filled. Interested persons should submit a letter of interest and curriculum vitae/resume with this application.

Additional Requirements

Candidates without a terminal degree must document exceptional accomplishments and must be approved for a terminal degree exception before hire.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

Doctor of the Science of Law (J.S.D.), Doctor of Juridical Science (S.J.D.), LL.M. (Master of Laws), or Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from an accredited law school.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Applicants seeking the rank of Associate Professor or Professor must have superior academic credentials and a demonstrated potential for excellence in scholarship, teaching, and service. The School of Law is committed to producing world-class ideas, so candidates should have a demonstrated track record of scholarly publications or scholarly potential.

Physical Demands

Is this a Position of Trust? No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No

Does this position require a P-Card? No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No

Is driving a responsibility of this position? No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.



Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Produce and/or publish scholarly research.

Percentage Of Time 50 Duties/Responsibilities

Instruct School of Law courses.

Percentage Of Time 40 Duties/Responsibilities

Service commitment to public or Law School.

Percentage Of Time 10

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents