Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Law (Open Rank) – Legal Research & Writing

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations. The campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S.

About the Role

The University of Arkansas School of Law is seeking applicants for a 9-month, 100% appointed, tenure/tenure-track assistant, associate, or full professor (based on qualifications) starting in the 2027-2028 academic year to teach Legal Research and Writing. This is an in-person position requiring regular on-campus presence to support high-quality instruction and student learning.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver instruction in legal analysis, objective and persuasive writing, legal research methodologies, and oral advocacy.
• Provide individualized feedback to students and evaluate written assignments.
• Collaborate with other legal writing faculty to ensure consistency and excellence across courses.
• Work with two sections of 15-18 students during the fall and spring semesters.
• Participate in selected departmental or programmatic activities that advance teaching quality and student success.

Requirements

• J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school or international law degree.
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring students.
• Excellent record of scholarship or, at the entry level, strong potential for scholarship.
• Commitment to service within and outside the University.
• Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance.
• Ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications:
  • Distinguished academic record.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Tenure-track teaching experience or experience as a visiting law professor or fellow.
  • Law license and two years of legal experience.

Benefits

• University contributions to health, dental, life, and disability insurance.
• Tuition waivers for employees and their families.
• 12 official holidays.
• Immediate leave accrual.
• Choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

Rank: Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor, depending on experience.

Type of Position: Faculty - Tenure/Tenure Track, Regular.