Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor - Open Rank

Department

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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 Juris Doctor (J.D.), Doctor of the Science of Law (), Doctor of Juridical Science (), (Master of Laws), or Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from an accredited law school. 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 6, with a possibility of a January 1, 7 start date. Applicants must be committed to producing world-class scholarship, providing first-rate legal training, and engaging in meaningful service. Curricular priorities include property, contracts, torts, environmental law, and bankruptcy and secured transactions. Other specific curricular interests include international, administrative, banking, business and employment law. Candidates who can teach in more than one of the above-listed disciplines will be especially helpful. Additional Requirements Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification 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 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 Duties/Responsibilities Instruct School of Law courses. Percentage Of Time Duties/Responsibilities Service commitment to public or Law School. Percentage Of Time