Assistant/associate/full Professor Of Law (open Rank) - Criminal Law

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience
On-site
Scholarly promise or distinction
Commitment to excellence in teaching
Service to legal education and community
The University of Arkansas is seeking a tenure-track or tenured faculty member in Criminal Law to teach courses starting in the 2026-2027 academic year. The ideal candidate should have a JD or equivalent law degree, a distinguished academic record, and a commitment to teaching and scholarly activity

Job Summary

  • The University of Arkansas is seeking applicants for tenure-track or tenured faculty to teach criminal law and criminal procedure for the 2026-2027 academic year.
  • Law faculty members are expected to teach two courses each semester and are encouraged to engage in the intellectual life of the University.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a competitive benefits package including health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, and retirement programs.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The University of Arkansas is seeking a tenure-track or tenured faculty member in Criminal Law to teach courses starting in the 2026-2027 academic year. The ideal candidate should have a JD or equivalent law degree, a distinguished academic record, and a commitment to teaching and scholarly activity.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Scholarly promise or distinction
  • Commitment to excellence in teaching
  • Service to legal education and community

Nice-to-have

  • Vibrant and supportive intellectual community
  • Engage in intellectual life of the University

Key Requirements

  • JD degree or international law degree
  • Distinguished academic record
  • Law license and two years of practical legal experience
  • Tenure-track teaching experience

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter