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Indiana-Indianapolis Seeks Health Law Visitor

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Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law invites entry-level and experienced applicants for a visiting professorship for the 2020-2021 academic year in Health Law.

The law school is committed to achieving excellence through intellectual diversity and encourages applications from persons of color, women, persons with disabilities, the LGBTQ+ community, veterans, and members of other groups that are under-represented on university faculties. The law school is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to inclusion and offers domestic partner benefits: https://mckinneylaw.iu.edu/about/administration/policies/diversity-and-inclusion.html. For more information about the school, please visit http://indylaw.indiana.edu/.

Interested candidates should submit a CV and cover letter to Vice Dean Mike Pitts at mjpitts@iupui.edu. Individuals who require a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application process should give Vice Dean Pitts adequate notice. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis with February 1 as the deadline for all applications.

Hiring Announcement: University of Pittsburgh School of Law (Dean of Students)

The University of Pittsburgh School of Law seeks a dynamic, empathetic, and approachable leader with an enthusiastic commitment to the educational mission of the Law School and a passion for helping students achieve their academic and professional goals to serve as its next Assistant Dean of Students. 

Reporting to the Dean of the Law School, the Assistant Dean of Students provides leadership and vision in the area of student affairs, ensuring that students have a personalized, supportive, and successful educational experience. Prioritizing student wellness, the Assistant Dean of Students coordinates and leads efforts to counsel, mentor, and advise students to be their best and healthiest selves amidst the stresses, rigors, and anxieties that are part of the law school experience. 

The Assistant Dean of Students must work closely with the Office of Equity and Inclusive Excellence to pay particular attention to the critically important task of fostering an inclusive community that serves the needs of a diverse student population. Where necessary, the Assistant Dean of Students must also work with the Vice Dean to administer and apply the Law School’s Standards of Academic Integrity.

A bachelor’s degree is required. A J.D. or advanced degree in a relevant discipline is also required. Significant experience providing guidance and/or counseling is required, and such experience in higher education settings is preferred.

To apply, please visit here. 

Hiring Announcement: Gonzaga University School of Law (Clinic: Civil and Human Rights)

From an email message that I received earlier today:

GONZAGA UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW, Spokane, WA seeks to hire a lateral tenure-track or tenured faculty member for a new clinic in the area of Civil and Human Rights, to begin Fall 2020.  Though we are open to all lateral candidates, the ideal applicant will have at least three years of full-time clinical teaching experience in an ABA-accredited law school. The successful applicant will play a major role in determining the clinic’s specific emphasis and operation, though we are particularly interested in candidates committed to broader policy work in the field of Civil and Human Rights, including appellate and amicus work.  [ADDITIONAL INFORMATION APPEARS BELOW THE FOLD.]

Hiring Announcement: Gonzaga University School of Law (Business Law)

From an email message that I received earlier today:

GONZAGA UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW, Spokane, WA seeks to hire a lateral tenure-track or tenured faculty member in Business Law, to begin Fall 2020. The person will also serve as the Director of Gonzaga Law’s new Center for Law, Ethics & Commerce, which builds on the legacy of the Commercial Law Center.  Though we are open to all lateral candidates, the ideal applicant will have at least four years of full-time teaching experience in an ABA-accredited law school.  We are particularly interested in candidates who can expand our offerings in the fields of business, corporate, finance, entrepreneurship, technology, privacy, and the innovation economy, especially those who offer creative and alternative approaches to these disciplines.  [ADDITIONAL INFORMATION APPEARS BELOW THE FOLD.]

Hiring Announcement: Campbell University School of Law (Visitorship)

CAMPBELL UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW invites applications for a Visiting Faculty Position to begin on or about August 14, 2020 and end on or about May 14, 2021, teaching property law, wills/trusts, and related upper-level courses. The position will be a temporary, full-time, two-semester, non-tenure track appointment. All applicants should have excellent academic credentials and demonstrated skill in teaching and mentoring students. We welcome applications from candidates whose background will contribute to excellence through institutional diversity. Cover letters must explain how the candidate is able and willing to support the distinctives set forth below.

Located in downtown Raleigh, North Carolina, Campbell University School of Law is a highly demanding, purposely small community of faculty and students whose aim, guided by transcendent values, is to develop lawyers who possess moral conviction, social compassion and professional competence, and who view the practice of law as a calling to serve others and to create a more just society. To that end, the law school has adopted the following distinctives: (1) we offer an academic program that is highly demanding; (2) we bring together the theoretical and practical to produce thoughtful and talented lawyers; (3) we utilize the talents of a faculty that is profoundly committed to students and teaching; (4) we view the practice of law as a calling to serve others; and (5) we offer a Christian perspective on law and justice.

Direct questions to Professor Tuneen Chisolm tchisolm@campbell.edu. Apply online at https://chp.tbe.taleo.net/chp01/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=CAMPUNIV&cws=37&rid=2059

Creighton Seeks Director of Clinical Programs

From colleagues at Creighton:

Creighton University School of Law is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Director of Clinical Programs. This position is tenured or tenure eligible.  Creighton University is a Jesuit university, and as such is committed to the training of students in service to others, and recognizes the importance of family life,  the inalienable worth of each individual and values ethnic and cultural diversity as core values. In keeping with Creighton’s  Ignatian tradition of inclusivity and compassion, we seek a caring, hospitable environment for everyone, regardless of age, culture, faith, ethnicity, immigrant status, race, gender, sexual orientation, language, physical appearance, physical ability or social class.

Interviews begin by January 20, 2020.

For full details, and to make an application, see here.

 

Southern Illinois Law Seeks Visitor for Next Semester - Apply ASAP

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Southern Illinois University School of Law is looking for a visiting Assistant/Associate Professor to teach during the upcoming spring 2020 semester. We have needs in the areas of intellectual property, bar preparation, legislation & regulation, and health law, as well as other areas depending on the School’s needs and the successful candidate’s expertise. November 22nd is the deadline for priority consideration. The job advertisement with additional information may be found here.  

Richmond Law Seeks New Faculty to Direct Programs

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Richmond Law is seeking to hire three new faculty directors to run a new program in professional identity formation, a new program in legal innovation & entrepreneurship, and our externship program. Descriptions about these positions are below, and inquiries regarding any of these positions should be directed to Professor Jessica Erickson at lawdirectorapps@richmond.edu.

Director of New Program in Professional Identity Formation: We are seeking to hire a faculty member to direct a new signature program in Professional Identity Formation, which will prepare students to develop the habits of mind and character that are associated with professional excellence in the legal system. This program will also to help students engage a process of self-directed learning and develop critical interpersonal lawyering skills, including collaboration, cross-cultural communication, active listening, empathy, and leadership. The faculty member will teach in the program, lead co-curricular opportunities, and work with other full-time and adjunct faculty members to ensure that all Richmond Law students graduate with a strong sense of their own professional identity. More information can be found here.

Director of New Program in Legal Innovation & Entrepreneurship: We are seeking to hire a faculty member to direct a new signature program in Legal Innovation & Entrepreneurship. This program will prepare students to navigate changes in the legal profession, craft new solutions to enhance access to justice, and approach increasingly complex legal problems in a creative way. This program will also introduce students to the broader toolbox of skills that modern lawyers need, including project management, process improvement, data analytics, legal technology, business and finance, and design thinking. The faculty director will oversee the design and implementation of this program, as well as teach courses and lead co-curricular opportunities related to innovation and entrepreneurship.

Director of Externships: We are seeking to hire a faculty member to direct our externship program. This program allows students to apply the legal knowledge and skills they learn in the classroom through hands-on externships with supervising lawyers and judges. The faculty director evaluates and selects externship opportunities, works with students in the selection of placements, oversees externship supervisors to ensure students have meaningful learning experiences, and teaches or oversees the classroom components of the externships. In addition to their primary responsibilities overseeing the externship program, this faculty member will also provide leadership and serve as an advisor to student competitions, such as the Moot Court Board and the Trial Advocacy Board. More information can be found here.

Hiring Announcement: University of Miami School of Law (Dean of Admissions)

From an email message that I recently received:

The University of Miami School of Law welcomes applications for the position of Associate/Assistant Dean of Admissions and Enrollment Management. Reporting directly to the Dean of Miami Law, the Associate/Assistant Dean is responsible for the overall supervision of the Offices of Admissions and Enrollment Management and Student Recruitment, and for promoting and undertaking all necessary interactions between the Offices of Admissions and Student Recruitment and other offices within the School of Law and the University in matters of recruitment, admissions, enrollment, and retention. The Associate/Assistant Dean is involved in strategic enrollment planning activities and goals, identification of the School’s markets, and implementation of marketing plans to achieve enrollment goals. Working under guidelines set by the Dean and the Admissions Committee, the Associate/Assistant Dean uses excellent and independent judgment to determine admissions decisions for 3,000 to 5,000 applicants in order to achieve a diverse and academically talented body of first-year JD and transfer students; uses analytical and modeling skills and experience to interpret statistical data and projections; and maintains and updates the management information system regarding recruitment and admissions processing. The Associate/Assistant Dean supervises a team of 12 full-time employees (direct and indirect reports) within the Admissions and Student Recruitment Offices.     

Applications must include a letter of interest and a resume. Candidates may submit any other materials that may be helpful. Applications must be submitted via the official employment site of the University of Miami, www.miami.edu/careers. Click here for a direct link to the application. Any inquiries or referrals should be sent electronically and in confidence to: Stephen Schnably, Professor of Law, schnably@law.miami.edu, and Marcy Cox, Assistant Dean for Career Development, mcox@law.miami.edu, Co-Chairs of the Search Committee.

 

Hiring Announcement: San Francisco State University (Tax / Business Law)

From an email message that I recently received:

San Francisco State University, Department of Accounting seeks applicants for a tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor position with a specialization in Tax and Business Law . The position will start in August 2020.

The mission of San Francisco State University is to create an environment for learning that promotes appreciation of scholarship, freedom, human diversity, and the cultural mosaic of the City of San Francisco and the Bay Area; to promote excellence in instruction and intellectual accomplishment; and to provide broadly accessible higher education for residents of the region, state, the nation, and the world.

A Ph.D. in Accounting from an AACSB-accredited program or a J.D. and L.L.M with a Tax specialization from a nationally recognized law school is required. Certification and professional experience are desirable.  Salary commensurate with qualifications. Position description is available at  [cob.sfsu.edu].   Application review begins in August 2019, and continues until filled. Send letter of intent/interest, a current CV, a statement regarding how your teaching and scholarship align with the commitment of the Accounting Department to foster an inclusive and diverse academic community, sample of scholarly papers, teaching evaluations, names and contact information of three references to Theresa Hammond, Hiring Committee Chair, at actthire@sfsu.edu. Letters of recommendation upon request at a later date.    

Charleston Law Seeks Visiting Faculty

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Charleston School of Law in Charleston, South Carolina welcomes applications to fill one full-time, visiting faculty position (with look/see potential) for a professor to begin in the 2020–21 academic year. Ideal candidates will be stellar teachers and passionate, enthusiastic colleagues, who are willing to invest considerable energy and effort in service and institution building by collaborating with the rest of the faculty to achieve excellence at the Charleston School of Law.

Although our curricular needs are flexible, we are presently looking for applicants interested in teaching: Property and Wills, Trusts & Estates; or, Constitutional Law, among other possible needs. Applicants should submit a C.V. and a statement of interest to Professor Paul Lund, Chair, Faculty Recruitment, Retention & Inclusion at plund@charlestonlaw.edu, with the subject heading “Faculty Position.”

Tracing its historic traditions to the 1825 formation of The Forensic Club, the Charleston School of Law is an ABA fully-accredited institution reinvigorating the study of law in Charleston by offering a rich, comprehensive three-year program rooted in excellence. Our campus is located in the heart of historic downtown Charleston. Blending charm and history, the city thrives with culture, outstanding restaurants, and some of the most beautiful beaches and waterways in the South. A friendly community with a focus on local goods and vendors—it is truly a unique place.

Charleston School of Law seeks to create a campus environment that welcomes and fosters diversity in broad aspects. The Departments and Offices work to be inclusive. The Office of Diversity Initiatives, in particular, carries out the mission by creating an inclusive environment on campus, in the Lowcountry, and throughout the State of South Carolina.

UDC Law Seeks Entry and Junior Lateral Faculty

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THE UNIVERSITY OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA DAVID A. CLARKE SCHOOL OF LAW (UDC LAW) seeks to hire multiple tenure-track faculty members to join our dynamic and mission-driven community in the 2020-2021 academic year.

We are looking broadly for candidates, but welcome in particular applications from aspiring faculty and junior lateral candidates with an interest in teaching Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure, and/or a desire to teach in our nationally ranked clinical law program. We are specifically interested in hiring faculty members to direct our Housing & Consumer Law Clinic or our Juvenile & Special Education Law Clinic. Each position will begin on August 16, 2020. Candidates must have a J.D. degree and must demonstrate high scholarly distinction or promise and a commitment to teaching excellence. Applications are encouraged from women, members of minority groups, and others whose background and experience would contribute to the diversity of the law school community.

UDC LAW is the only public law school in the nation’s capital and is one of only six American Bar Association accredited law schools at Historically Black Colleges and Universities. UDC LAW has a statutory mission to recruit and enroll students from groups traditionally underrepresented at the bar; to provide a well-rounded theoretical and practical legal education that will enable students to be effective and ethical advocates; and to represent the legal needs of low-income residents through the School’s legal clinics. Notably, UDC LAW is:

Florida Law Seeks Tenured Law/Tech Faculty

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UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA LEVIN COLLEGE OF LAW seeks to hire a tenured faculty member specializing in the intersections of law and technology as part of the university’s quest to become a top five public research institution. This position will be based at the Levin College of Law with a joint appointment at the University of Florida Wertheim College of Engineering. The University of Florida, located in Gainesville, FL, is currently the seventh best public research institution in the nation and the flagship university of the third largest state. This position is funded by the state of Florida’s preeminence initiative, designed to position the state as a national leader in higher education.

The Appointments Committee welcomes applications from candidates who have strong and sustained publication and research records analyzing intersections between law and technology. Preference will be given to candidates who have participated in federal and other grants with engineering professors. Specific areas of study may include, but are not limited to, agriculture, environmental science and policy, civil engineering, energy policy and regulation, medical technology, computer science, cyber-security, data analytics and the regulation of big data, artificial intelligence, machine learning, innovation, and intellectual property.

Candidates must also have JD, PhD, or equivalent degrees in related fields and have demonstrated excellence in teaching and commitment to creating an inclusive environment for all students. Application materials should include a cover letter, a resume which includes at least three references, a list of publications, and copies of three publications that have appeared in print within the last five years. Materials may be uploaded at http://jobs.ufl.edu. For further information, applicants may contact Professors Daniel Sokol and Michael Wolf at P.O. Box 117620, Gainesville, FL 32611 or by email appointments@law.ufl.edu.

Florida State Law Seeks Endowed Chair in Public Law

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The Florida State University College of Law invites applications and nominations for the Tobias Simon Chair in Public Law. The Chair was established in honor of Tobias Simon, a well-known civil rights lawyer and late professor at the College of Law.

Candidates must hold a J.D., Ph.D., or equivalent degree, have significant experience (5 years minimum) in teaching and/or practice, and be qualified for appointment as a tenured, full professor. Candidates must have a distinguished publication record in a public law field, including, but not limited to, civil rights and civil liberties, international law, and public policy.

If interested, please send a letter of application and curriculum vitae to:
Professor Sam Wiseman, Chair
Tobias Simon Chair Search Committee
Florida State University College of Law
Tallahassee, FL 32306-1601
OR to: swiseman@law.fsu.edu

Applications will be accepted through December 20, 2019.

Texas Tech Law Seeks Faculty for Water/Property/Environmental Law

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Texas Tech University School of Law is seeking to fill an open faculty position (Requisition 1877BR). Anticipated curricular needs include Water Law, Property, and Environmental Law. The position is open to candidates who would be on the tenure-track or who are tenured at another law school. We anticipate that the successful candidate will also serve as the Director for the Law School’s Center for Water Law and Policy. If tenured, the successful candidate may also be considered to fill the position of the George W. McCleskey Professor of Water Law.

The Center’s mission is to develop opportunities for critically examining legal, regulatory, and policy aspects of water law and water resource management. The Center is dedicated to pursing these objectives through an interdisciplinary approach that incorporates economic, sociological, agricultural, environmental, and other views of water management. The Center has a goal of providing relevant information to private, local, state, federal, and international law and policy-making bodies as a means of elevating the discussion about water law and resources. In addition to serving as the Center’s Director, responsibilities would include teaching Water Law and related courses such as Property and Environmental Law.

Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, and have a commitment to or demonstrated record of scholarly distinction, exemplary teaching, and institutional or public service. Experience working with diverse student populations and first-generation students is highly desirable. Service expectations include program-building, as well as commitment to relevant extracurricular activities. Service to the School of Law and University is expected. Pursuit of external grants in support of research when appropriate and available in the faculty member’s field, is encouraged.

Texas Tech University, located in Lubbock, Texas, is a state-supported National Research University with an enrollment that exceeds 38,000 students. The law school has approximately 400 students and 33 full-time faculty members. The law school is an integral part of the University and offers 10 dual-degree programs with other Texas Tech schools and colleges. The Lubbock metropolitan area is home to over 300,000 people, enjoys affordable housing, abundant sunshine, friendly people, and offers easy access to other parts of the country. For more information, visit our website at http://www.depts.ttu.edu/law/.

Mercer Law Seeks Tenure Track Faculty in LRW, Other Areas

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Mercer University Law School seeks to fill two full time tenure track faculty positions to begin in the 2020-2021 academic year. The Law School seeks to hire one faculty member to teach primarily in the area of Legal Writing and we will consider entry level or lateral candidates. The second faculty position is an entry level position and we welcome applications from candidates across all areas of law, although our primary needs are in the areas of Business and Commercial Law, Health Law, Estates and Trusts, and Real Estate Transactions. Candidates who will add to the diversity of our faculty are particularly encouraged to apply. Mercer University is an AA/EEO/ADA employer.

Applicants should have a J.D. degree from an accredited university/college, a commitment to excellence in teaching, and demonstrated potential for excellence in research and scholarship. Interested applicants will need to complete the brief online application at: http://hr.mercer.edu/jobs/ and attach a current CV with the names and contact information for three references.

For information contact Professor Stephen Johnson, Chair, Appointments Committee, Mercer University School of Law, Johnson_s@law.mercer.edu

Northern Illinois Law Seeks Entry Level Faculty

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NORTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF LAW invites applications for anticipated openings for two entry-level tenure-track faculty positions beginning August 2020. Duties include engaging in high quality research and teaching, as well as being an active participant in law school and university service.  Requirements include a J.D. degree from an ABA accredited law school, an ability to engage in high quality research and teaching, and a willingness to actively participate in law school and university service.

We are particularly interested in candidates specializing in contracts, business associations, tax, torts, trusts and estates, and skills courses in the areas of pre-trial skills and/or business related skills.

If you have not registered for the AALS Faculty Recruitment Conference and wish to apply, please go to the position posting through the NIU applicant tracking system at the following link: http://employment.niu.edu/postings/47421.

Please note that to be officially considered for this position, a cover letter, resume, and a list of names/addresses/email addresses/phone numbers of three current professional references will be required as uploads to NIU’s applicant tracking system.

Please direct questions to Interim Assistant Dean for Student Affairs and Associate Professor Yolanda King, Chair of the Appointments Committee, Northern Illinois University College of Law, Swen Parson Hall, DeKalb Illinois 60115-2890 at lking@niu.edu , or Tita Kaus at 815-753-1068 tkaus@niu.edu . Preference will be given to applications received by September 24, 2019, although applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.

 

Syracuse Law Seeks Faculty in Con, Business/Commercial and International Law

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Tenure-track faculty position: constitutional law, all areas of the business and commercial law, and international law at Syracuse University College of Law

Our curricular needs are flexible, but special consideration will be given to applicants with teaching and scholarly interest in constitutional law, all areas of the business and commercial law, and international law. The College of Law is particularly interested in applicants with an interest in interdisciplinary scholarship. All candidates should have an excellent academic record. Candidates should have a J.D. degree. Preferred post-J.D. experience and credentials include advanced degree, judicial clerkship, relevant legal practice, or similar experience. A demonstrated commitment to excellent classroom teaching and scholarship are required. This is a tenure-track position and candidates are expected to teach in both the residential law program and in our online JD interactive program. Candidates can expect to teach a first year course or a core upper-division course, along with other courses as needed. A candidate’s ability to contribute to the diversity of the College of Law community is a preferred qualification for this position.

Interested applicants should send their resume and names of three references, including academic references in a position to assess the candidate’s potential as a legal academic, to Professor Robin Paul Malloy, Chair, Faculty Appointments Committee, Syracuse University College of Law, Syracuse, New York 13244; email: rpmalloy@law.syr.edu. Syracuse University is committed to diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, however, priority consideration will be given to applications received prior to September 21, 2019.

Hiring Announcement: University of Missouri Kansas City School of Law

From an email message that I received recently:

The UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI KANSAS CITY SCHOOL OF LAW is seeking to hire for three assistant or associate tenure track positions in Civil Procedure, Criminal Law, and Family Law which will begin in Fall 2020. A J.D. or equivalent degree is required.  Previous teaching experience is strongly preferred. Applications must come through the UMKC Human Resources portal at https://info.umkc.edu/hr/careers/academic-positions/. 

UMKC School of Law has a tradition of strong scholarship and engagement in the field of civil procedure, as well as outstanding training for students as part of our J.D. and LL.M. emphasis in Advocacy.  The School of Law is home to the Famous Trials website, https://www.famous-trials.com/, the Supreme Court papers project, http://www1.law.umkc.edu/justicepapers/, and a nationally ranked trial advocacy program.

UMKC School of Law also has a premier program in Criminal Law, part of our J.D. and LL.M. emphasis in Advocacy.  The program offers a full range of course work, clinics, field placements, and continuing education programs.  In 2017, UMKC Law School's Trial Advocacy program was ranked #21 in the nation by US News & World Report. In addition, The National Jurist gave UMKC an A- rating in Trial Advocacy. UMKC School of Law collaborates with the Missouri Capital Punishment Resource Center, the Midwest Innocence Project, and the Kansas City Youth Court.

UMKC hosts a nationally-recognized Child & Family Law program, notable for its breadth and depth.  The School of Law offers both J.D. and LL.M. students an emphasis in Child & Family Law, maintains two in-house clinics devoted exclusively to family law (one of which provides graduates state certification to practice as Guardians ad Litem) as well as numerous field placement opportunities, publishes a national family law journal (the Journal of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers), and provides an international study abroad program focused exclusively on family law.

New Hampshire Law Seeks IP Clinical Professor of Law/Director of IP Clinic

The University of New Hampshire Law School seeks a Clinical Professor/Director of the Intellectual Property Clinic.

The Director of the Intellectual Property Clinic is a full-time member of the law-school faculty who represents, and supervises and trains students to represent, clients with a variety of IP matters. The Director is also expected to teach associated IP courses in the residential and hybrid programs; serve as one of the law school’s primary connections to the IP bar; work with practicing attorneys and alumni to determine current needs in IP practice; and participate in faculty governance.

In order to be considered, an applicant must:

(1) Have a J.D. with excellent academic performance;

(2) Be eligible to serve as a Faculty Clinic Supervisor of the USPTO’s Law School Clinic Certification Program (requirements available here – see Part IV.C for licensure and experience requirements);

(3) Possess effective teaching skills, a commitment to excellence in teaching in both residential and online programs, and a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with diverse communities.

The full job listing is here.  

Candidates *must* fill out the associated application before they can be considered, a UNH requirement. UNH welcomes applications from entry-level candidates.