Assistant Professor of Law​/Professor of Law

Overview

The University of San Diego School of Law invites applications for Assistant Professor of Law/Professor of Law beginning in the  academic year. We seek applications from entry-level and lateral candidates for full-time, tenured, and tenure-track positions with scholarly distinction or promise and a commitment to excellence in teaching.

Position Title & Department:
Assistant Professor of Law/Professor of Law

Posting #: 4736

Location:

San Diego

Position Type:
Faculty, School of Law

Position Status:
Faculty, Full-time regular

University of San Diego School of Law. Recognized for the excellence of its faculty, curriculum, and clinical programs.

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. 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.

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: Official education transcripts will be required for degree verification.

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, with particular interest in Civil Procedure;
Federal Courts;
Corporate Law;
Intellectual Property (including AI);
Immigration; and other 1L fields.

Salary range: $165,000 - $180,000 (Assistant/Associate Rank) and $175,000 - $235,000 (Professor Rank). Excellent benefits.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement contribution, and on-campus fitness centers. Details available via 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.

Click the 'Apply Now' button to complete the online application and upload the following materials to the hiring managers’ review:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Research agenda
• List of teaching preferences grouped by preferred subjects and secondary subjects
• Three (3) references, including names and contact information

All candidates should complete an online application via the Apply Now link. Applications should include in pdf format the above materials. If you registered with the AALS Faculty Appointments Register, you should still apply online.

To help ensure full consideration, apply by September 15, 2025, though you are encouraged to submit materials as soon as possible. For questions, contact Professors Miranda Perry Fleischer (entry-level) or Erin Sheley (lateral), Co-Chairs of the Faculty Appointments Committee, at lawappts.

If you have technical questions, contact the Employment Services Team at jobs.

Advertised: August 14, 2025 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Open until filled

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