Tenure / Tenure Track Professor of Law

UIUC

Urbana, IL, United States
Base: $160,000.00-$220,000.00; bonus/equity: not s...
On-site
Civil rights legal expertise
Intellectual property law knowledge
Law and technology specialization
The University of Illinois College of Law is seeking applications for tenure-track faculty positions beginning August 2026, focusing on candidates with expertise in areas such as civil rights, intellectual property law, and law & technology. Candidates must possess a J.D. or Ph.D. and demonstrate a strong academic and scholarly background

Job Summary

  • The University of Illinois College of Law invites applications for tenure-track positions focusing on civil rights, intellectual property, and law & technology.
  • Applicants will engage in cutting-edge legal scholarship and innovative interdisciplinary work within a premier research university environment.
  • The position offers a competitive benefits portfolio including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

Matching Summary

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The University of Illinois College of Law is seeking applications for tenure-track faculty positions beginning August 2026, focusing on candidates with expertise in areas such as civil rights, intellectual property law, and law & technology. Candidates must possess a J.D. or Ph.D. and demonstrate a strong academic and scholarly background.

Salary

Base: $160,000.00-$220,000.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, Tuition waivers

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Civil rights legal expertise
  • Intellectual property law knowledge
  • Law and technology specialization

Nice-to-have

  • Interdisciplinary collaboration experience
  • Start-up ecosystem engagement
  • Chicago legal community involvement

Key Requirements

  • J.D. or Ph.D. degree required
  • Strong academic record demonstrated
  • Record of scholarly distinction or promise

Work Rights

Not specified

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