Assistant Professor of Legal Studies

Job Details

Posting Number: F2718P

Working Title: Assistant Professor of Legal Studies

Department: Terry-Insur, Legal, Real Est

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report.

About the College/Unit/Department

The Terry College is the state’s flagship business school, with undergraduate and graduate programs consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities.

Anticipated Start Date: 08/01/2027

Job Posting Date: 05/26/2026

Open until filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants: Review of applications will begin in August. Applications received by October 1, 2026, will receive full consideration, however applications will continue to be accepted until the position has been filled. Required application materials include a cover letter, a full vita, examples of teaching and scholarly work, and contact information for three references (including email addresses). Questions about the position can be directed to the search committee chair, Mike Schuster (Mike.Schuster@uga.edu).

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

Classification Title: Assistant Professor

Faculty Rank: Assistant Professor

Contract Type: Academic (9 mo.)

Tenure Status: Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications: Candidates must hold a juris doctorate or equivalent degree.

Position Summary: The Insurance, Legal Studies and Real Estate Department in the Terry College of Business at The University of Georgia invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position. The position will begin fall semester of 2027, with an anticipated employment start date of August 1, 2027.

Additional Requirements: Appointment at the assistant professor rank requires a demonstrated potential to publish rigorous research in premier peer-reviewed journals and demonstrated success in teaching.