We welcome entry-level or junior lateral candidates seeking an Assistant Professor or Assistant Professor of Teaching role and interested in a variety of areas, including Legal Methods, Civil Procedure, business and commercial law, and more.
Assistant Professor is a tenure-track rank while Assistant Professor of Teaching is a non-tenure track role. A determination for which rank a candidate qualifies for will be discussed during the hiring process.
Please direct any questions to Professor John M. Newman, Chair of the Faculty Recruitment Committee, at [email protected].
This is a readvertisement; current applicants need not reapply.
Responsibilities- The successful candidate will provide high quality instruction, pursue excellence in research, scholarship, creative activity, and contribute to meaningful service to the university.
- Contribute to the missions of teaching, research, scholarship and creative activity, and public service.
This position requires a Juris Doctor (J.D.).
About UsThe University of Memphis is a leading, student-centered, urban public R1 research institution. Located in Memphis, Tennessee, on 1,160 acres. The University serves a population of nearly 20,000 students and 2,500 employees, including more than 1,000 full-time faculty members. The University offers bachelor’s degrees in more than 230 areas of study, master’s degrees in more than 50 subjects and doctoral degrees in 26 disciplines; supported an institutional record of more than $100 million in research awards for FY24; and has an operating budget of close to $500 million.Skills Required
- Juris Doctor (J.D.)
- Authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship
What We Do
The University of Memphis is a public research university in Memphis, Tennessee, committed to academic excellence and community engagement. Driven by a philosophy of 'doing,' the institution leverages a diverse workforce of faculty and staff to foster a dynamic learning environment. The university provides a comprehensive range of educational opportunities and maintains a strong commitment to equal employment and institutional equity.
