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Position Status: Faculty, Full-time regular
Location: San Diego
Position Type: Faculty, School of Law
Position Title & Department
Assistant Professor of Law/Professor of Law Posting #
4736
Department Description
University of San Diego School of Law. Recognized for the excellence of its faculty, curriculum, and clinical programs.
University Description
The University of San Diego, a contemporary and engaged Roman Catholic institution, was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972, USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty. Inspired by this centuries old tradition of Catholic higher education, the University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any, or no, religious background. The future success of USD relies on the contributions of those who seek to foster the development of engaged global citizens and an earnest confrontation of humanity’s urgent challenges.
Detailed Description
The University of San Diego School of Law invites applications from entry-level and lateral candidates for full-time, tenured, and tenure-track positions beginning in the 2026-2027 academic year. We seek applications from candidates with scholarly distinction or promise and a commitment to excellence in teaching.
Background check: Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.
Degree Verification Requirement: Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.
Job Requirements
Applicants should have a JD, Ph.D., or equivalent degree, as well as a record of high academic achievement. We welcome candidates with teaching and research interests in all areas of law, and we have a particular interest in applicants in the fields of Civil Procedure; Federal Courts; Corporate Law; Intellectual Property (including AI); Immigration; and other 1L fields.
Posting Salary
$165,000 - 180,000 (Assistant/Associate Rank) and $175,000-235,000 (Professor Rank); Excellent Benefits
The University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package including; medical, dental, vision, a retirement contribution given to you by the University, and access to on-campus Fitness Centers. Please visit the benefits section of our website to view all of the perks and benefits that USD has to offer. USD: Human Resources: Benefits
The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on faculty rank, experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.
Special Application Instructions
Click the 'Apply Now' button to complete our online application and, for full consideration, please upload the following materials to your application profile for the hiring managers’ review:
All candidates, including those who have registered with the AALS Faculty Appointments Register, should complete an online application via the Apply Now link. Applications should include in pdf format: a curriculum vitae, a research agenda, a list of teaching preferences grouped by preferred subjects and secondary subjects, and three (3) references, including names and contact information.
To help ensure full consideration, applicants should apply by September 15, 2025, although we recommend that you submit your materials as soon as possible. Please direct questions to either Professor Miranda Perry Fleischer (for entry-level candidates) or Professor Erin Sheley (for lateral candidates), Co-Chairs of the Faculty Appointments Committee, at [lawappts@sandiego.edu].
If you have any technical questions or difficulties please contact the Employment Services Team at jobs@sandiego.edu.
Additional Details
The University of San Diego is a smoking and tobacco-free campus. For more information, visit www.sandiego.edu/smokefree.
Advertised: August 14, 2025 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Open until filled
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Position Status: Faculty, Full-time regular
Location: San Diego
Position Type: Faculty, School of Law
Position Title & Department
Assistant Professor of Law/Professor of Law Posting #
4736
Department Description
University of San Diego School of Law. Recognized for the excellence of its faculty, curriculum, and clinical programs.
University Description
The University of San Diego, a contemporary and engaged Roman Catholic institution, was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972, USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty. Inspired by this centuries old tradition of Catholic higher education, the University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any, or no, religious background. The future success of USD relies on the contributions of those who seek to foster the development of engaged global citizens and an earnest confrontation of humanity’s urgent challenges.
Detailed Description
The University of San Diego School of Law invites applications from entry-level and lateral candidates for full-time, tenured, and tenure-track positions beginning in the 2026-2027 academic year. We seek applications from candidates with scholarly distinction or promise and a commitment to excellence in teaching.
Background check: Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.
Degree Verification Requirement: Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.
Job Requirements
Applicants should have a JD, Ph.D., or equivalent degree, as well as a record of high academic achievement. We welcome candidates with teaching and research interests in all areas of law, and we have a particular interest in applicants in the fields of Civil Procedure; Federal Courts; Corporate Law; Intellectual Property (including AI); Immigration; and other 1L fields.
Posting Salary
$165,000 - 180,000 (Assistant/Associate Rank) and $175,000-235,000 (Professor Rank); Excellent Benefits
The University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package including; medical, dental, vision, a retirement contribution given to you by the University, and access to on-campus Fitness Centers. Please visit the benefits section of our website to view all of the perks and benefits that USD has to offer. USD: Human Resources: Benefits
The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on faculty rank, experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.
Special Application Instructions
Click the 'Apply Now' button to complete our online application and, for full consideration, please upload the following materials to your application profile for the hiring managers’ review:
All candidates, including those who have registered with the AALS Faculty Appointments Register, should complete an online application via the Apply Now link. Applications should include in pdf format: a curriculum vitae, a research agenda, a list of teaching preferences grouped by preferred subjects and secondary subjects, and three (3) references, including names and contact information.
To help ensure full consideration, applicants should apply by September 15, 2025, although we recommend that you submit your materials as soon as possible. Please direct questions to either Professor Miranda Perry Fleischer (for entry-level candidates) or Professor Erin Sheley (for lateral candidates), Co-Chairs of the Faculty Appointments Committee, at [lawappts@sandiego.edu].
If you have any technical questions or difficulties please contact the Employment Services Team at jobs@sandiego.edu.
Additional Details
The University of San Diego is a smoking and tobacco-free campus. For more information, visit www.sandiego.edu/smokefree.
Advertised: August 14, 2025 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Open until filled
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Salary : $165,000 - $235,000