"Lecturer of Legal Studies"

The Department of Insurance, Legal Studies and Real Estate in the Terry College of Business at The University of Georgia invites applications for a full-time non-tenure-track faculty position in Legal Studies at the lecturer level, beginning in spring semester 2026, with a start date of January 1, 2026. Participation in service activities appropriate to the rank is expected.

Special Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by October 10, 2025, are assured of consideration; however, applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. Interested candidates should upload a cover letter, a full vitae, and contact information for three references (including email addresses). The department will reach out to your references at the appropriate time in the process. No additional materials will be considered. Applications submitted in other ways will not be considered. Questions can be directed to the search committee co-chairs, Mike Schuster at Mike.Schuster@uga.edu.

Posting Details: Posting Number: F2448P, Working Title: Lecturer of Legal Studies, Department: Terry-Insur, Legal, Real Est, About the University of Georgia: Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education. The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

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Posting Type: External, Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP, Employment Type: Employee, Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible, Advertised Salary: Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications, Anticipated Start Date: 01/01/2026, Job Posting Date: 08/08/2025, Job Closing Date: Open until filled, Location of Vacancy: Athens Area, EEO Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status.

Position Details: Classification Title: Lecturer, Faculty Rank: Lecturer, Contract Type: Academic (9 mo.), Tenure Status: Non-Tenure Track, Minimum Qualifications: Candidates must hold a juris doctorate or equivalent degree, Additional Requirements: Strong communication skills and demonstrated potential for excellent teaching are required. The position is renewable based on performance, and promotion to Senior Lecturer is possible after six years of service.