University of Pennsylvania - Philadelphia, PA

posted 6 months ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Philadelphia, PA
Educational Services

About the position

The Legal Studies and Business Ethics Department at the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, is inviting applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position. This role is designed for candidates who are engaged in research and teaching in any business-relevant area of law and/or ethics. The department is particularly interested in candidates with expertise in specific areas such as technology and artificial intelligence, corporate law and governance, the law and ethics of markets including antitrust and bankruptcy, issues of inequality and discrimination, bioethics and health law, as well as energy, environment, and climate law. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the department's mission of fostering business-relevant scholarship and will have the opportunity to teach a diverse range of students, including undergraduates, MBAs, Executive MBAs, and PhD candidates. The appointment is anticipated to commence on July 1, 2025, and candidates are encouraged to submit their applications early, as they will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the final deadline of November 1, 2024. The department values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all faculty, staff, and students. The faculty members come from various academic backgrounds, holding graduate degrees in law, philosophy, sociology, history, psychology, and political science, which enriches the interdisciplinary approach to teaching and research within the department. Candidates are expected to demonstrate a strong commitment to research and teaching excellence, contributing to the academic community at the University of Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct research in business-relevant areas of law and ethics.
  • Teach courses in business ethics and law to undergraduate and graduate students.
  • Engage in scholarly activities that contribute to the field of legal studies and business ethics.
  • Participate in departmental and university service activities.
  • Mentor students and support their academic and professional development.

Requirements

  • JD (or equivalent) or PhD from an accredited institution, or both.
  • Expected PhD completion by June 30, 2026 is acceptable.
  • Demonstrated commitment to business-relevant scholarship.
  • Strong research and teaching capabilities.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience in interdisciplinary research.
  • Background in technology and artificial intelligence law.
  • Expertise in corporate governance and responsibility.
  • Knowledge of antitrust and consumer law.

Benefits

  • Access to a diverse academic community.
  • Opportunities for professional development and research funding.
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