Assistant Professor of Law, Constitutional Law

Primary Purpose And Essential Functions

The University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law is seeking an Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Law to teach constitutional law commencing in the 2027-2028 academic year. Eligible candidates can be considered for the Anthony M. Kennedy Chair. We seek applications from exceptional candidates with a passion for teaching and scholarship, and who are excited about being part of a collegial, student-oriented, committed faculty. Other curricular needs include property, contracts, intellectual property, business associations, remedies, family law, employment law, community property, criminal procedure, wills and trusts, negotiation, mediation, and legal research and writing.

Minimum Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate or equivalent degree.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exceptional academic record.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated interest in teaching and research.
• Commitment to the vision, mission, and core values of the law school.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Technological competence.
• Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
• Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.

Physical Requirements

This is an in-person role, and the successful candidate must be willing to relocate within California, preferably within 25 miles of the Sacramento Pacific campus.

Hiring Range

$130,000-$175,000

Contact Information

Contact Email: [Insert Email]

Reference Letter Information

Are Applicants Required to Submit References for This Posting?

Yes

Background Check Statement

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.

Anti-Discrimination/EEO Policy Statement

University of the Pacific is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity across backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints. Pacific does not unlawfully discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability, or other legally protected characteristics or combination of such characteristics.

Supplemental Questions

• Are you currently excluded from participation in federal programs (including Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal healthcare program)?
• Have you received notice that you are under review for possible exclusion from any federal programs (including Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal healthcare program)?
• Do you have a Juris Doctor degree?