Assistant/Associate Professor- Rutgers Law School

Recruitment/Posting Title Assistant/Associate Professor- Rutgers Law School

Department Sch of Law-Nwk, Dean’s Office

Salary Details A minimum of $100,000 for academic year appointments or $115,000 for calendar year appointments. Actual compensation based on experience and qualifications.

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discounts programs

For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.

Posting Summary

Rutgers Law School invites applications from entry-level and lateral candidates for tenure-track or tenured positions at the law school’s Newark, NJ, campus. The Newark location seeks qualified candidates for the position of Assistant or Associate Professor whose teaching portfolio would include primarily Legal Analysis, Research, and Writing Skills (LAWRS) along with Civil Procedure or Contracts.

This position is part of the Law School’s unitary tenure track. All tenure-track professors, including LAWRS faculty, are full members of the Rutgers Law faculty with access to the same scholarly support, voting rights, and governance participation. Rutgers Law School’s Legal Writing program is ranked #11 nationwide.

All applicants should have a distinguished academic background and either demonstrate great promise or a record of excellence in scholarship and teaching. The position involves responsibilities for teaching, scholarship, and service. All candidates must have a doctorate (JD or PhD) in law or equivalent.

We encourage applications and inquiries from candidates who would contribute to the quality and diversity of our faculty. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by law.

Rutgers Law School—with locations in Camden and Newark—offers a world-class faculty; a curriculum of exceptional breadth and depth in theory, practice, and interdisciplinary studies; a geographic presence that spans one of the nation’s 10 largest legal markets (New Jersey) while also offering immediate access to two of the five largest markets (New York City and Philadelphia); an alumni network with over 20,000 members; and a strong tradition of diversity and social impact. As the law school for a top public university, Rutgers Law School is committed to the highest standards of teaching, scholarship, and service to its host communities, the state of New Jersey, and the nation. This position will be based on the Newark campus.

Interested applicants should submit the following:

• a curriculum vitae
• a cover letter
• research agenda
• sample of your academic writing
• list of references

Questions and references can be addressed to:

Professor Christina Ho

Chair, Faculty Appointments Committee

[email protected]

• Rutgers University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations.

Position Status Full Time

Posting Number 25FA0664

Posting Open Date 06/27/2025

Posting Close Date

Minimum Education and Experience

All candidates must have a doctorate (JD or PhD) in law or equivalent.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Overview

Ranked #49 in U.S. News & World Report’s list of Best Public Colleges and Universities, Rutgers University–Camden is a diverse, research-intensive campus of approximately 6,100 students at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels and 1,100 faculty and staff members. Located in Camden, N.J., directly across the Delaware River from Philadelphia, the university is uniquely situated to serve the local community while achieving global reach. A U.S. Department of Education-designated Minority Serving Institution, the university thrives due to a supportive culture that helps students achieve their goals and fosters collaboration among employees. Rutgers–Camden is recognized as a national model for civically engaged urban universities and was selected by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching for a Community Engagement classification. Washington Monthly magazine has ranked Rutgers University–Camden among its “Best Bang for the Buck” universities and best national research universities. Recently, Rutgers–Camden earned Carnegie classification as an R2 research university due to a high volume of internationally recognized research, creative output, and scholarly activity.

Statement

Two schools, each with distinctive strengths, have come together to create one law school with extraordinary opportunities for learning experiences and career growth.

Rutgers Law School—with locations in Camden and Newark—offers a world-class faculty; a curriculum of exceptional breadth and depth in theory, practice, and interdisciplinary studies; a geographic presence that spans one of the nation’s 10 largest legal markets (New Jersey) while also offering immediate access to two of the five largest markets (New York City and Philadelphia); an alumni network with over 20,000 members; and a strong tradition of diversity and social impact.

As the law school for a top public university, Rutgers Law School is committed to the highest standards of teaching, scholarship, and service to its host communities, the state of New Jersey, and the nation.

Special Instructions to Applicants

• a curriculum vitae
• a cover letter
• research agenda
• a sample of your academic writing
• list of references

Quick Link to Posting https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/254630

Campus Rutgers University-Newark

Home Location Campus Rutgers University-Newark

City Newark

State NJ

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