The University of Tulsa College of Law invites applications for a visiting assistant professor position for the 2026-2027 school year. The visiting assistant professor position is designed to be a pathway to legal academia for both experienced attorneys and recent graduates alike. It gives prospective scholars the opportunity to try out law teaching in an encouraging environment and to receive feedback on scholarship from the College of Law faculty. The position is a one-year full-time position with the possibility of renewal.
Applicants specializing in all legal subject areas—including legal skills teaching—are invited to apply. To be eligible, applicants must have completed a J.D. The visiting assistant professor will be selected based on demonstrated potential in both legal scholarship and teaching. Prior teaching and practice experience, as well as graduate coursework, will be factors for consideration.
To apply, send a letter of interest, a curriculum vitae, and a writing sample to Gwen Savitz, Chair of the Appointments Committee, at gwen-savitz@utulsa.edu.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, until the position is filled.