School of Law, Assistant Professor of Law, Tenure Track
- Chicago, IL
- $130,000-150,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Position Title School of Law, Assistant Professor of Law, Tenure Track
Position Number
Job Category University Faculty
Job Type Full-Time
FLSA Status Exempt
Campus Chicago-Water Tower Campus
Location Code SCHOOL OF LAW (02700A)
Department Name LAW LIBRARY
Is this split and/or fully grant funded? No
Duties and ResponsibilitiesSalary Range: $130,000 - $150,000
Benefits Information:Loyola University Chicago School of Law invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track, entry-level Assistant Professor of Law beginning around August 1, 2026. This position is open to scholars willing to teach torts, civil procedure, real estate, and courses related to public interest, among others. Ability and interest to teach in the hybrid format in our part-time/weekend JD division will also be considered as a part of the review process.Applicants must present a JD with excellent academic credentials, evidence of outstanding scholarship or scholarship potential, and a devotion to teaching and mentoring students. Loyola University Chicago School of Law is dedicated as a faculty to contribute to a deeper understanding of law, legal institutions, and systems of oppression through a commitment to transformation, intersectionality, anti-subordination, and anti-racism in our teaching, research, scholarship, and public service. Both the University and the law school will prioritize candidates who demonstrate a commitment to this mission and to diversity, equity.The responsibilities of the position will include: * Scholarly research and publication;
- A standard teaching load per semester
- Service to the School of Law, University, and community;
- Participation in School of Law faculty governance and committee work;
- Active involvement in student mentoring and advising;
- Significant engagement with academic institutions and professional organizations, including frequent participation in local, regional, and national meetings and symposia.
- Established publication record or potential for future publications;
Working Conditions None
Minimum Education and/or Work ExperienceThe qualifications required for the position are: * Juris Doctor degree (J.D.) from an accredited institution;
- Established publication record or potential for future publications;
Close Date
Salary Range $130,000 - $150,000
Additional Salary InformationThis salary range is for a nine-month academic appointment. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on a range of factors including, but not limited to, the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including years since terminal degree; training; field or discipline; budget availability; internal equity; and external market pay for comparable jobs. Salaries higher than the published maximums may be offered in limited circumstances.
Special Instructions to ApplicantsInterested candidates must submit materials toApplicants should include:
- A cover letter of interest highlighting relevant experiences and accomplishments;
- A current Curriculum Vitae;
- A current research agenda;
- Names and contact information of three professional references; and
- Representative publication(s).
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Job Number 85TBD
Organizational Location PROVOSTPosting DetailsPosting DetailNumber of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date 08/10/2026
Position End Date
Open Until Filled YesApplicant DocumentsRequired Documents * Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Curriculum Vitae
- Teaching Statement
- Research Statement
- Other Document
- Scholarly Publications
- Teaching Evaluations
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Multi Media
- Resume