School of Law, Assistant Professor of Law, Tenure Track

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Bookmark this Posting Print Preview |Apply for this Job Position Details Position Details Job Title School of Law, Assistant Professor of Law, Tenure Track Position Title School of Law, Assistant Professor of Law, Tenure Track Position Number Job Category University Faculty Job Type Full-Time FLSA Status Exempt Campus Chicago-Water Tower Campus Location Code SCHOOL OF LAW (02700A) Department Name LAW SCHOOL Is this split and/or fully grant funded? No Duties and Responsibilities Salary Range: $130,000 – $147,000 Benefits Information: Loyola University Chicago School of Law invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track, Assistant Professor of Law, with expertise in Business Law beginning around July 1, 2025. This position is open to scholars willing to teach in any area of Business Law, but preference will be given to candidates focusing on (1) Business Organizations, (2) Secured Transactions, and/or (3) International Business Transactions. Ability and interest to teach in the hybrid format in our part-time/weekend JD division will also be considered as a part of the review process. Applicants must present a JD with excellent academic credentials, evidence of outstanding scholarship or scholarship potential, and a devotion to teaching and mentoring students. Loyola University Chicago School of Law is dedicated as a faculty to contribute to a deeper understanding of law, legal institutions, and systems of oppression through a commitment to transformation, intersectionality, anti-subordination, and anti-racism in our teaching, research, scholarship, and public service. Both the University and the law school will prioritize candidates who demonstrate a commitment to this mission and to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Job Responsibilities The responsibilities of the position will include: Scholarly research and publication; Teaching one to two courses per semester in the area of Business Law, including (1) Business Organizations, (2) Secured Transactions, and/or (3) International Business Transactions and other business-related areas. Service to the School of Law, University, and community; Participation in School of Law faculty governance and committee work; Active involvement in student mentoring and advising; Significant engagement with academic institutions and professional organizations, including frequent participation in local, regional, and national meetings and symposia. Qualifications The qualifications required for the position are: Juris Doctor degree (J.D.) from an accredited institution; Established publication record or potential for future publications A research agenda; and Strong commitment to social justice issues Additional valued qualifications include: Practice experience Clerkship experience Physical Demands None Working Conditions None Minimum Education and/or Work Experience The qualifications required for the position are: Juris Doctor degree (J.D.) from an accredited institution; Established publication record or potential for future publications A research agenda; and Strong commitment to social justice issues Additional valued qualifications include: Practice experience Clerkship experience Open Date 11/12/2024 Close Date Salary Range $130,000 - $147,000 Additional Salary Information This salary range is for a nine-month academic appointment. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on a range of factors including, but not limited to, the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including years since terminal degree; training; field or discipline; budget availability; internal equity; and external market pay for comparable jobs. Salaries higher than the published maximums may be offered in limited circumstances. Special Instructions to Applicants Application Procedure Interested candidates must submit materials to Applicants should include: A cover letter of interest highlighting relevant experiences and accomplishments; A current Curriculum Vitae; A current research agenda; Names and contact information of three professional references; and Representative publication(s). All applicants should also specifically address in their cover letter how they will contribute to the law school’s mission statement, available at For further inquiries, please contact Professor Neil Williams at View email address on click.appcast.io. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Loyola University Chicago School of Law is a student-focused law center inspired by the Jesuit tradition of academic excellence, intellectual openness, and service to others. For more information on the law school and our mission, visit: As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago’s mission, candidates should consult our website at . For information about the university’s focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at . About Loyola University Chicago Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes —including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences—Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation’s top universities by U.S. News & World Report , Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country’s most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world. Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here . Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University’s Nondiscrimination Policy . Quick Link for Posting Job Number 8500224 Organizational Location PROVOST Posting Details Posting Detail Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 07/01/2025 Position End Date Open Until Filled Yes Applicant Documents Required Documents Cover Letter/Letter of Application Curriculum Vitae Teaching Statement Other Document Research Statement Optional Documents Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Loyola University Chicago | Information: View phone number on click.appcast.io 1032 W Sheridan Rd | Chicago, IL | 60660 2018 (c) Loyola University Chicago | University Policies #J-18808-Ljbffr LRES