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The University of Kentucky Rosenberg College of Law invites applications to fill three regular title series tenure-track faculty positions at the rank of
Assistant or Associate Professor , beginning in August 2026. The positions will be 9-month appointments corresponding with the University’s fall and spring terms. The College welcomes applications from candidates across all areas of law and particularly from persons whose teaching interests span multiple subjects. We may consider an applicant for a full Professor position. The Rosenberg College of Law is a part of a major research university and offers a collegial and supportive atmosphere for its faculty, staff, and students. Salary will be commensurate with experience.
Applicants should have a
J.D. or equivalent law degree , a record of high academic achievement, and a demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and in scholarly productivity. Successful applicants will be expected to distribute their work effort as follows: 45% teaching, 45% research, and 10% service.
Responsibilities
Distribute effort as specified: 45% teaching, 45% research, 10% service.
Engage in scholarly activity and contribute to the law school’s academic community.
Qualifications
J.D. or equivalent law degree.
Evidence of excellence or potential for excellence in teaching and scholarly productivity in one or more areas as needed.
Application Process To receive consideration, applicants must apply through the University of Kentucky’s Integrated Employment System where they can submit a letter of application and resume. Questions may be directed to Faculty Appointments Committee Chair Alan Kluegel at alan.kluegel@uky.edu, or by mail at the University of Kentucky Rosenberg College of Law, 620 South Limestone, Lexington, KY 40506-0048.
Location and Terms Work Location: Lexington, KY. Type of Position: Faculty. Position Time Status: Full-Time. Tenure Track Status: Tenure Track. Begin: August 2026. Openings: three regular title series tenure-track positions.
Benefits and Equal Opportunity Employment at UK is subject to fund availability and includes a comprehensive benefits package. The University is tobacco & drug free and follows applicable nondiscrimination laws. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, or genetic information.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
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The University of Kentucky Rosenberg College of Law invites applications to fill three regular title series tenure-track faculty positions at the rank of
Assistant or Associate Professor , beginning in August 2026. The positions will be 9-month appointments corresponding with the University’s fall and spring terms. The College welcomes applications from candidates across all areas of law and particularly from persons whose teaching interests span multiple subjects. We may consider an applicant for a full Professor position. The Rosenberg College of Law is a part of a major research university and offers a collegial and supportive atmosphere for its faculty, staff, and students. Salary will be commensurate with experience.
Applicants should have a
J.D. or equivalent law degree , a record of high academic achievement, and a demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and in scholarly productivity. Successful applicants will be expected to distribute their work effort as follows: 45% teaching, 45% research, and 10% service.
Responsibilities
Distribute effort as specified: 45% teaching, 45% research, 10% service.
Engage in scholarly activity and contribute to the law school’s academic community.
Qualifications
J.D. or equivalent law degree.
Evidence of excellence or potential for excellence in teaching and scholarly productivity in one or more areas as needed.
Application Process To receive consideration, applicants must apply through the University of Kentucky’s Integrated Employment System where they can submit a letter of application and resume. Questions may be directed to Faculty Appointments Committee Chair Alan Kluegel at alan.kluegel@uky.edu, or by mail at the University of Kentucky Rosenberg College of Law, 620 South Limestone, Lexington, KY 40506-0048.
Location and Terms Work Location: Lexington, KY. Type of Position: Faculty. Position Time Status: Full-Time. Tenure Track Status: Tenure Track. Begin: August 2026. Openings: three regular title series tenure-track positions.
Benefits and Equal Opportunity Employment at UK is subject to fund availability and includes a comprehensive benefits package. The University is tobacco & drug free and follows applicable nondiscrimination laws. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, or genetic information.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
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