Cincinnati Law Seeks Faculty

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The University of Cincinnati College of Law seeks to fill one full-time lateral tenure-track or tenured faculty position with an expected start date of August 15, 2024. We invite applications from candidates with teaching and research interests across all areas of law. Areas of special interest include Business Law, Employment Law, and Property Law. An applicant must have: a J.D. or its equivalent; a distinguished academic record; evidence of, or the demonstrated promise of, scholarly achievement; and a passion for teaching.

Questions about the lateral hiring process should be directed to Professor and Associate Dean of Academic Affairs Jacob Cogan (jacob.cogan@uc.edu), Chair of the Lateral Faculty Appointments Committee. To be considered, candidates must apply online via the University of Cincinnati recruitment system at https://jobs.uc.edu. All applications require: a cover letter; curriculum vitae; a research agenda; representative recent publication or work-in-progress; teaching evaluations (if available); and contact information for three references.

 

The University of Cincinnati is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status.

Essential Functions

  • Make regular and meaningful contributions to scholarly debates and the relevant literature.
  • Teach assigned courses.
  • If hired as senior faculty, mentor junior faculty.
  • Serve on college or university committees and participate in curriculum development activities.
  • Participate in faculty governance.
  • Prepare materials for teaching.
  • Mentor and advise students on their development, including choices relating to academic program, research projects, and possible career directions.
  • Engage and lead in other activities ancillary to or in support of his or her responsibilities.
  • Render service to the professional or lay community as relevant to the individual’s academic specialty.
  • Review, and where necessary, respond in a timely manner to all University-related communications.
  • Other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

  • Applicants must possess a J.D or equivalent degree.  
  • Demonstrated excellence in teaching and research or the promise of such excellence.
  • Must exercise self-discipline and have the ability to work with little direct supervision.
  • Possess outstanding leadership skills which demonstrate evidence of effective teaching ability, commitment to student success, and service to the profession.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to present complex material to students unfamiliar with a subject.
  • Must have outstanding writing skills to present research in written format.
  • Ability to work and collaborate with individuals from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

  • Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
  • Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
  • Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
  • Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
  • Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
  • Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
  • Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

Please click here to apply.

The University of Cincinnati College of Law seeks to fill one full-time non-tenure-track faculty position with an expected start date of January 2024 or August 2024. We invite applications from candidates with teaching and/or practice experience in the area of advocacy for this appointment. The responsibilities of this position will include teaching advocacy courses (e.g. Trial Practice) and supervising our competition teams. Other responsibilities may include teaching upper-level advocacy writing and other courses related to this area.

An applicant must have: a J.D.; experience with litigation and/or teaching advocacy-related courses.

Questions about the hiring process should be directed to Professor of Practice and Associate Dean of Library Services (whitemme@ucmail.uc.edu), Chair of the Appointment, Reappointment, and Promotion of Clinical and Practice Faculty Committee. To be considered, candidates must apply online via the University of Cincinnati recruitment system at https://jobs.uc.edu. All applications require: a cover letter; curriculum vitae; teaching evaluations (if available); and contact information for three references.

The University of Cincinnati is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status.

Essential Functions

  • Teach assigned courses.
  • Oversee the competition teams.
  • Serve on college or university committees and participate in curriculum development activities.
  • Participate in faculty governance.
  • Prepare materials for teaching.
  • Mentor and advise students on their development, including choices relating to academic program, research projects, and possible career directions.
  • Engage and lead in other activities ancillary to or in support of his or her responsibilities.
  • Render service to the professional or lay community as relevant to the individual’s academic specialty.
  • Review, and where necessary, respond in a timely manner to all University-related communications.
  • Other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

  • Applicants must possess a J.D.
  • Demonstrated excellence in teaching and/or successful career in an advocacy related role.
  • Must exercise self-discipline and have the ability to work with little direct supervision.
  • Demonstrated evidence of effective teaching ability, commitment to student success, and service to the profession.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to present complex material to students unfamiliar with a subject.
  • Ability to work and collaborate with individuals from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

  • Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
  • Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
  • Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
  • Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
  • Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
  • Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
  • Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

Please click here to apply.

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