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Job Title:

Faculty, Law

Department:

Instruction, School of Law

College/Division:

School Of Law

Primary Job Posting Location:

Macon, GA 31207

Additional Job Posting Locations:

(Other locations that this position could be based)

Job Details:

Mercer University School of Law invites applications for faculty positions to begin in the fall of 2025.

Mercer University School of Law invites applications from entry-level candidates for tenure-track faculty positions, pre-tenure lateral candidates for tenure-track faculty positions, and tenured lateral candidates for tenured faculty positions to begin in the fall of 2025. We welcome applications from candidates in all subject matter areas, including legal writing, commercial law, and experiential areas.

Qualifications:

Applicants should have a J.D. degree from an accredited university/college, a commitment to excellence in teaching, and demonstrated potential for excellence in research and scholarship.

Interested applicants will need to complete the brief online application at: http://hr.mercer.edu/jobs/ and attach a current CV with the names and contact information for three references. For information contact Professor Ishaq Kundawala, Chair, Appointments Committee, Mercer University School of [email protected] 

Additional Information:

Founded in 1873, Mercer University School of Law has a long tradition of producing lawyers who are ready to practice and committed to serve. The School has earned a reputation as an excellent provider of legal education with an intense focus on student and faculty interaction. With an enrollment of about 375 students, Mercer Law School is one of 12 schools and colleges of Mercer University, which has been listed among the top institutions of higher education in the nation. Mercer Law School is nationally recognized for its exceptional programs in legal writing, moot court, public service, and professionalism and ethics.

Background Check Contingencies:

Criminal History Check

Required Document Attachments: CV, Cover Letter, List of References with contact information

Additional Attachments: Teaching Philosophy, Research Agenda, Past Course Evaluations

Why Work at Mercer University

Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions, tuition waivers, paid vacation and sick leave, technology discounts, schedules that allow for work-life balance, and so much more!

At Mercer University, a Bear is more than a mascot: it’s a frame of mind that begins with a strong desire to make the most out of your career. Mercer Bears do not settle for mediocrity or the status quo. If you’re seeking an environment where your passion and determination are embraced, then you want to work at Mercer University. 

For more information, please visit: https://hr.mercer.edu/prospective/

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Job Family:

Faculty Law

EEO Statement:

AA/EEO/Veteran/Disability

Mercer University recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds.

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