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Type of Position:
Faculty - Tenure/Tenure Track
Workstudy Position:
No
Job Type:
Academic Term (Fixed Term)
Work Shift:
Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.
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Department:
Bowen School of Law
Department's Website:
Summary of Job Duties:
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock, William H. Bowen School of Law seeks applicants an entry-level tenure-track faculty position beginning in August 2024. The law school has primary needs in Civil Procedure, Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Property, and Torts, with secondary needs in Criminal Procedure, Family Law, Legal Writing, Professional Responsibility, Sales, and Secured Transactions. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.
Qualifications:
Minimum qualifications:
- Minimum qualifications are a J.D. from an ABA accredited law school;
- Strong writing and interpersonal skills.
Preferred qualifications:
- Outstanding academic credentials and prior teaching experience;
- Law review or moot court service.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Teach classes as assigned;
- Design and teach rigorous courses as assigned by the teaching package;
- Publish excellent and engaging scholarship;
- Support the university through internal and external services;
- Achieve teaching goals;
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Demonstrated ability to teach;
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in person, in writing, and through electronic means of communication;
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and utilize data decision-making;
- Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse group of students;
- Demonstrated ability to advise students;
- Demonstrated ability to work as a team player, and collaborate with colleagues.
Additional Information:
Salary Information:
Commensurate with education and experience
Required Documents to Apply:
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae
Optional Documents:
Listing of Publications, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Statement of Research Philosophy, Statement of Teaching Philosophy
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Maura Webb, Executive Assistant to the Dean, [email protected]
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing, Talking
Frequent Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing, Talking
Occasional Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing, Talking
Benefits Eligible:
Yes