Assistant/Associate/Professor of Law

Pennsylvania State University - Carlisle, PA

Full-time - Entry Level

Carlisle, PA

Educational Services

About the position

The Assistant/Associate/Professor of Law position at Penn State Dickinson Law is a tenure-track or tenured faculty role aimed at candidates with strong academic credentials in various areas of law. The position is expected to begin on July 1, 2025, and focuses on teaching courses such as Business Entities, Contracts, Corporations, Criminal Law, Evidence, and Torts. The law school is committed to diversity and inclusion, particularly welcoming candidates who can enrich the academic community.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in law, primarily Business Entities, Contracts, Corporations, Criminal Law, Evidence, and Torts.
• Engage in scholarly research and contribute to the academic community.
• Participate in faculty governance and service activities within the law school and university.
• Mentor students and support their academic and professional development.

Requirements

• Possess a terminal degree or its equivalent in organized research or professional practice.
• Demonstrated ability as a teacher or research worker.
• Evidence of growth in scholarly, artistic, or professional achievement.

Nice-to-haves

• Relevant teaching or practice experience.
• Fellowships or judicial clerkships at any level.
• Interdisciplinary scholarly interests.
• Post-J.D. studies, degrees, or certificates.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration
• Access to a network of one of the world's preeminent research universities