Assistant Professor of Law

Position Overview The University of Alabama School of Law seeks to fill up to four tenure-track positions for the 2027-28 academic year, including two positions at the Assistant Professor of Law rank. Candidates must have outstanding academic credentials, including a J.D. from an accredited law school or an equivalent degree (such as a Ph.D. in a related field). Entry-level candidates should demonstrate potential for strong teaching and scholarship. Areas of Expertise Qualified candidates with expertise in any of the following fields will be considered: criminal law and procedure, contracts, property, civil procedure, consumer law, business law, tax law, intellectual property, and technology/AI. We welcome applications from candidates who approach scholarship from a variety of perspectives and methods. Compensation and Benefits Salary, benefits, and research support will be nationally competitive. All applications are confidential to the extent permitted by state and federal law. These positions will remain open until filled. Application Instructions All applicants must apply for this position through the University of Alabama’s job site at Applicants must submit a resume / CV and letter of interest. Applicants may also submit a statement of teaching philosophy if desired. Additional Information This solicitation is for candidates interested in applying for a position as an Assistant Professor of Law. Questions should be directed to Russell Gold, Chair of the Entry-Level Faculty Appointments Committee, at View email address on click.appcast.io. Lateral candidates interested in applying for a position as an Associate or Full Professor should apply through the "Associate / Full Professor of Law - Tenure/Tenure Track" position available at Visit UA’s employment website at jobs.ua.edu for more information. The University of Alabama is an equal-opportunity employer (EOE), including an EOE of protected vets and individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr The University of Alabama School of Law