"Assistant Professor ~ Legal Studies"

The Department of History, Politics, and Law at Nazareth University of Rochester invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position in Legal Studies. The Legal Studies major has been an area of growth for the university and we have multiple successful 3+3 articulation agreements with regional law schools. The successful candidate will be an important contributor to that growth and continued success.

The area of specialization is open but the successful candidate will teach introductory courses in the legal studies program, such as Introduction to Law, as well as upper-level electives in the areas of the candidate’s expertise. Preference will be given to candidates prepared to teach in the following areas: civil rights or human rights law, immigration law, labor and employment law, evidence, and criminal & civil procedure. The successful candidate will also advise legal studies majors and minors.

Applicants for this position must have earned a J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school and be an admitted member of the bar in the United States. The candidate will also have experience practicing law. Preference will be given to applicants who also have: a Ph.D. or master’s degree in a related discipline or an L.L.M./Master’s of Law.

Applicants should have prior teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level. Applicants should also have a proven record of teaching excellence and success in working with diverse populations of students. The successful candidate will have the position of Assistant Professor in Legal Studies. Our department is committed to reflecting and supporting the growing diversity of our students and applications from members of underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged.

Applications will be accepted until this position is filled but the search committee will begin review on October 15, 2025. Applications should include: 1. cover letter, 2. curriculum vitae (or a resume with detailed description of education, teaching, scholarship and professional experience), 3. statement of teaching philosophy, and 4. the names and contact information for three recommenders. Letters may be requested during the application process. Applicants are encouraged to include 5. teaching evaluations, course materials and/or other evidence of achieved or potential excellence in teaching diverse students.-Diversity statement.

The position will begin in fall 2026.

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