Business Law Distinguished Chair, School of Law

About the role

Wake Forest University School of Law invites lateral applications for a Distinguished Chair in Business Law, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027. The position invites candidates who are willing to teach Contracts and Business Organizations, with additional possible offerings in Sales, Securities Regulation, Litigation, Mergers & Acquisitions, and Tax, depending on negotiation. The chair is expected to maintain an active research agenda and demonstrate a continuing dedication to high-quality research and teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses such as Contracts, Business Organizations, Sales, Securities Regulation, Litigation, Mergers & Acquisitions, and Tax (as negotiated)
• Maintain an active research agenda and demonstrate a continuing dedication to high-quality scholarship and teaching

Requirements

• Hold (or have held) a tenured position at an accredited U.S. law school
• Demonstrate a continuing dedication to high-quality research and teaching
• Practice experience is preferred

Schedule

Full time