Assistant/Associate Professor- Rutgers Law School

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Recruitment/Posting Title Assistant/Associate Professor- Rutgers Law School Department Sch of Law-Cmd, Dean's Office Salary Commensurate With Experience Posting Summary

Rutgers Law School invites applications from entry-level and lateral candidates for multiple tenure-track or tenured positions at the law school's campuses in Camden and Newark.

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.

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. These positions will be based on the both the Camden and Newark campuses.

The Camden location seeks qualified candidates for the position of Assistant or Associate Professor across a broad curricular spectrum, with particular emphasis on candidates who can teach Tax, Business Organization's, Constitutional Law and Contracts. Other areas of interest include Legal, Analysis, Writing and Research. 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.

The Newark location invites applications for a strong leader and clinical teacher in its newly created Ruth Bader Ginsburg Women's Rights and Gender Justice Clinic on its Newark campus. This Clinic will be a critical new addition to an already well-established and well-recognized clinical program. The applicant primarily will be responsible for developing the curriculum and docket of this new clinic. However, teaching outside of the clinic also will be part of this position. Scholarship, clinical teaching, and legal practice experience related to gender, gender identity, or sexual orientation discrimination; reproductive rights; domestic violence; or other gender justice issues is required. The ideal candidate will have tenure; however, strong applicants who are pre- tenure will be considered. Minimum requirements include a J.D. degree and membership in good standing of the Bar of any state; at least 5 years of related legal experience and/or 5 years of clinical teaching experience; and a demonstrated potential for scholarship.

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. Interested applicants should submit at this link:

• a curriculum vitae
• a cover letter, including an indication your desired campus location, if any.
• your research agenda
• a sample of your academic writing
• if you so choose, a statement of your professional contributions to diversity and equity.

Questions and references can be addressed to:

1.Camden: Professor Ellen Goodman, Chair, Faculty Appointments Committee; ellegood@rutgers.edu

2.Newark: Professor Laura Cohen, Chair, Faculty Appointments Committee; laurco@law.rutgers.edu

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

Position Status Full Time Posting Number 24FA0695 Posting Open Date Posting Close Date

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

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

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 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.

Include both to posting locations:

Camden, NJ 08102

Newark, NJ 07102

Posting Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

• a curriculum vitae
• a cover letter, including an indication your desired campus location, if any.
• your research agenda
• a sample of your academic writing
• if you so choose, a statement of your professional contributions to diversity and equity.

Quick Link to Posting https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/230914 Campus Rutgers University-Camden Home Location Campus Rutgers University-Camden City Camden State NJ Location Details

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.

Affirmative Action/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 value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

• Research Statement

• Writing Sample 2

Optional Documents

• Curriculum Vitae

• Other Document

• List of Professional References (contact Info)

• Other Documents (2)

• Diversity Statement