Description

Rutgers Law School invites applications from entry-level candidates for tenure-track faculty appointments on its Camden and Newark campuses, with one position available at each location.

The Camden location seeks qualified candidates for the position of Assistant Professor whose teaching portfolio would include Legal Analysis, Writing, and Research (LAWR) and Constitutional Law or Civil Procedure. The Camden location is approximately two miles from Philadelphia.

The Newark location seeks qualified candidates for the position of Assistant Professor with a teaching portfolio that includes Legal Analysis, Writing, and Research Skills (LAWRS) and Evidence.

Both positions are part of the Law School’s unitary track. Faculty on the unitary track are full members of the faculty with access to the same scholarly support, voting rights, and governance participation as all tenure-track faculty.

Rutgers Law School offers a world-class faculty; a curriculum of exceptional breadth and depth in theory, practice, and interdisciplinary studies; with locations in Camden and Newark, 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. Rutgers Law School’s Legal Writing program is ranked #8 in U.S. News and World Report among all law schools nationwide. Rutgers Law School’s clinical education program is ranked #11. Rutgers Law School is ranked #22 nationwide in the HeinOnline Scholarly Impact Rankings.

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.

We encourage applications and inquiries from candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our faculty, including, but not limited to, people of color, people with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ community.

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.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

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

Application Materials

Interested applicants should submit:

• Cover letter.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Research agenda.
• Sample of academic writing.
• List of professional references.
• If so chosen, a statement outlining professional contributions to diversity and equity.

Contact Information

Questions and references can be addressed to:

Camden Campus

Professor Camilla Hrdy
Chair, Faculty Appointments Committee
Email: camilla.hrdy@rutgers.edu

Newark Campus

Professor Aníbal Rosario-Lebrón
Chair, Faculty Appointments Committee
Email: ar1913@rutgers.edu

Each campus will conduct its own independent hiring process. Candidates may be contacted by one or both campuses and may be at different stages in each process. Communication from one campus does not indicate status with the other.

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

Position Information

• Position Status: Full Time
• Posting Number: 26FA0639
• Campus: Rutgers University–Newark
• Home Location Campus: Rutgers University–Newark
• City: Newark
• State: NJ

Salary

A minimum of $100,000 for academic year appointments or $115,000 for calendar year appointments.

Actual compensation is based on experience and qualifications.

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. Market benchmarks and internal equity are also considered to ensure fair compensation.

Benefits

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• 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 (when applicable).
• Life insurance coverage.
• Employee discount programs.

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, New Jersey, 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, Rutgers–Camden is recognized as a national model for civically engaged urban universities and has earned Carnegie classification as an R2 research university due to a high volume of internationally recognized research, creative output, and scholarly activity.

About Rutgers Law School

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.

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption.

Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying.

Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law.

As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply.

Required Application Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application.
• Writing Sample.
• Curriculum Vitae.
• List of Professional References (Contact Information).
• Research Statement.

Optional Documents

• Statement outlining professional contributions to diversity and equity.