INTRODUCTION

The University of Connecticut School of Law invites applications from entry-level and junior-lateral candidates in their first or second year of law teaching for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position commencing in the fall of 2026. Candidates must be interested in teaching Legal Profession, and preference will be given to applicants who also have curricular and scholarly interests in Constitutional Law, Torts, Evidence, and/or Criminal Law. We are especially interested in receiving applications from candidates with experiences, backgrounds, and viewpoints that will enrich the diversity of our faculty and community.

UConn Law School is the top-ranked public law school in the Northeast, offering a professional education and scholarly environment of the highest quality. The school is committed to building and supporting a vibrant, multicultural, and diverse community of students, faculty, and staff. Its beautiful Gothic Revival campus is located in the West End of Hartford, a few miles from the state capital and courts, as well as the headquarters of leading insurance companies and other major corporations. The school has both day and evening divisions and offers the JD (Juris Doctor) degree, LLM (Master of Laws) degrees, and the SJD (Doctor of Laws) degree, as well as several dual degree programs. The UConn Law faculty includes leading scholars, experienced practitioners, and internationally known experts in a wide range of fields. The Law School hosts four student journals, over forty student organizations, extensive clinical and public service for the surrounding communities, and one of the largest law libraries in the world.

Founded in 1881, UConn is a Land Grant and Sea Grant institution and member of the Space Grant Consortium. It is the state’s flagship institution of higher education and includes a main campus in Storrs, CT; four regional campuses throughout the state; and 13 Schools and Colleges, including a Law School in Hartford and Medical and Dental Schools at the UConn Health campus in Farmington. The University has approximately 10,000 faculty and staff and 32,000 students, including nearly 24,000 undergraduates and over 8,000 graduate and professional students. UConn is a Carnegie Foundation R1 (highest research activity) institution and among the top 25 public universities in the nation. Through research, teaching, service, and outreach, UConn embraces diversity and cultivates leadership, integrity, and engaged citizenship in its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. UConn promotes the health and well-being of citizens by enhancing the social, economic, cultural, and natural environments of the state and beyond. The university serves as a beacon of academic and research excellence as well as a center for innovation and social service to communities. UConn is a leader in many scholarly, research, and innovation areas. Today, the path forward includes exciting opportunities and notable challenges. Record numbers of undergraduate applications and support for student success have enabled the University to become extraordinarily selective.

The successful candidate will teach one or two courses per semester; advise students on independent projects; and publish first-rate scholarship. As a member of the Law School faculty, the successful candidate will participate in faculty governance via committee work; participate in national organizations related to their pedagogical and scholarly interests; present their research at national, regional, and local conferences and other events; and perform related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. A JD. and/or Ph.D. degree from an accredited institution or equivalent terminal degree in a related field.
2. Evidence of strong written and oral communication skills.
3. Demonstrated capacity for scholarly excellence.
4. No more than two years in a tenure-track position on a law school faculty.
5. Willingness to teach Legal Profession.
6. Demonstrated commitment to advancing equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace, higher education, and/or legal profession.

 PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Published work that demonstrates scholarly aptitude, productivity, and long-term promise.
2. Active participation in relevant scholarly and/or professional communities.
3. An emerging reputation in the candidate’s field of expertise.
4. Demonstrated capacity for effective law-school teaching.
5. Willingness to teach Constitutional Law, Torts, Evidence, and/or Criminal Law.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This is a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track position. The successful candidate’s academic appointment will be at the Storrs campus. Faculty may also be asked to teach at one of UConn’s regional campuses as part of their ordinary workload. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The University offers a competitive salary, and outstanding benefits, including employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn, and a highly desirable work environment. For additional information regarding benefits visit: https://hr.uconn.edu/health-benefits/. Salary and rank will be highly competitive and commensurate with background, qualifications, and experience.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

TO APPLY

Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Faculty and Staff Positions, Search #499469 and submit the following application materials:

• A letter of interest
• Curriculum vitae
• Scholarship statement
• Teaching statement
• Sample draft or published journal articles, book chapters, or other publications
• Names and contact information for three (3) references

Any questions about application materials may be directed to the appointments committee chair, Susan Schmeiser, at susan.schmeiser@uconn.edu.

Review of applications will begin immediately, with applications submitted by March 9 receiving priority consideration.

At the University of Connecticut, our commitment to excellence is complemented by our commitment to building a culturally diverse community.

This position will be filled subject to budgetary approval.

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at https://portal.ct.gov/Ethics/Statutes-and-Regulations.

All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community.

The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce.  The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner.  This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all.  We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same.  All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO Employer.