Louisiana State University, Paul M. Hebert Law Center seeks to hire tenure-track faculty in a variety of areas, including but not limited to faculty who have expertise in the following areas: administrative law, civil procedure, constitutional law, evidence, and federal courts.
The Law Center embraces Louisiana’s bijural legal system and endeavors to train lawyers ready to practice anywhere in the world. Our faculty have the opportunity to teach internationally including in our summer program in Lyon, France.
Job Description:
Teach Law courses as determined by the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs. (34%)
Maintain an active research agenda with regular publications, present research at conferences and professional meetings. Mentor Law students in research. (33%)
Participate in departmental, college, and university service activities commensurate with rank. (33%)
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants should have a J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school (foreign equivalencies will also be considered), some practice experience, superior academic credentials and legal scholarship, as well as a commitment to outstanding teaching..
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.
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