Associate ProfessorProfessor
Job Location:
Lawrence, KS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Posted:
6 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline:
3 November 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
40% -Classroom teaching and counseling students
COLLEGIALITY Faculty members are expected to meet satisfactory standards of performance in all three areas of responsibility and to carry out those responsibilities in accordance with the Faculty Code of Rights Responsibilities and Conduct.
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color ethnicity religion sex national origin age ancestry disability status as a veteran sexual orientation marital status parental status gender identity gender expression and genetic information in the universitys programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Room 1082 Dole Human Development Center 1000 Sunnyside Avenue Lawrence KSTTY.
Contact Information to Applicants
Professor Kyle Velte
Faculty Appointments Committee
University of Kansas School of Law
1535 W. 15th Street
Lawrence KS 66045
Associate Professor
1. J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school (or an equivalent degree)
2. Demonstrated strong scholarly potential and a commitment to excellence in teaching.
Professor
an accredited U.S. law school (or an equivalent degree)
outstanding scholarly career and a history of effective teaching and substantive service
This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have the foundational knowledge and skill set required to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is based on accreditation requirements institutional standards of academic and professional excellence alignment with peer institution benchmarks and contributes to the credibility and effectiveness of the role within the university community
Position Overview
The University of Kansas School of Law invites applications for both entry-level associate professor and lateral tenure-track/tenured professor candidates for one position to begin in the fall of 2027. Our primary curricular needs are in 1L and core upper-level courses. We invite a plurality of scholarly agendas methodologies and perspectives ranging from traditional doctrinal to empirical to critical-analytical to interdisciplinary scholarship.
This position is subject to acollective bargaining unitbetween The University of Kansas and United Academics that UAKU is the exclusive representative for the bargaining unit and that it is their right to be a member or not be a member of a union without fear of personal or professional repercussions.
KU Law ranks among the top 50 law schools in the nation and lands at #24 among public law schools according to recent U.S. News & World Report Rankings. Law faculty are active scholars researchers and subject matter experts in their fields. KU ranks #19 among public law schools for scholarly impact. Many professors are authors of textbooks and casebooks used in classes at KU and in law schools across the U.S. and overseas.
KUs excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences perspectives and backgrounds of our faculty staff students and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each others success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen heard and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things.
The University of Kansas is a Carnegie doctoral/research-extensive university with a $2.7 billion endowment and a faculty of 3571. Current enrollment is31169 (22544 undergraduate). Students come from 116 nations and all 50 states; 26.6% of KU students are members of minority groups. The 1000-acre main campus is in Lawrence a community of 96000 in hilly northeast Kansas that lies about 35 miles west of Kansas City. Lawrence has a lively downtown and a thriving arts and music scene and its local government has enacted ordinances supporting equality for all members of its population. Lawrence also offers numerous sports and recreational opportunities local shops and a wide range of good restaurants.
Additional Candidate Instruction
The Faculty Appointments Committee will begin reviewing applications on Tuesday September 8 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. Initial interviews will be conducted via Zoom. We will review candidate materials posted in the AALS Faculty Appointments Register (FAR) and also invite applications from candidates not participating in the FAR. We will conduct finalist interviews on the Lawrence campus.
Applications must be submitted onlineat:
- Teach courses in the School of Law to meet the needs of the School.
- Mentor law students.
- Provide academic advising to law students.
- Hold regular office hours.
- Demonstrate sustained productivity through publications and presentations for national and international academic and professional audiences.
- Participate in scholarly workshops at the School of Law.
- Participate in the regular academic activities of the School of Law including attending faculty meetings actively participating in faculty hiring completing committee assignments and attending major School of Law functions.
- Provide general service to the School of Law and University.
- Participate in professional service within the legal academy or legal profession such as committee work for local regional national or international professional associations like the Associationof American Law Schools the American Bar Association or state and local bar associations.
COLLEGIALITY Faculty members are expected to meet satisfactory standards of performance in all three areas of responsibility and to carry out those responsibilities in accordance with the Faculty Code of Rights Responsibilities and Conduct.
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color ethnicity religion sex national origin age ancestry disability status as a veteran sexual orientation marital status parental status gender identity gender expression and genetic information in the universitys programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Room 1082 Dole Human Development Center 1000 Sunnyside Avenue Lawrence KSTTY.
Contact Information to Applicants
Professor Kyle Velte
Faculty Appointments Committee
University of Kansas School of Law
1535 W. 15th Street
Lawrence KS 66045
Associate Professor
1. J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school (or an equivalent degree)
2. Demonstrated strong scholarly potential and a commitment to excellence in teaching.
Professor
an accredited U.S. law school (or an equivalent degree)
outstanding scholarly career and a history of effective teaching and substantive service
This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have the foundational knowledge and skill set required to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is based on accreditation requirements institutional standards of academic and professional excellence alignment with peer institution benchmarks and contributes to the credibility and effectiveness of the role within the university community
Position Overview
The University of Kansas School of Law invites applications for both entry-level associate professor and lateral tenure-track/tenured professor candidates for one position to begin in the fall of 2027. Our primary curricular needs are in 1L and core upper-level courses. We invite a plurality of scholarly agendas methodologies and perspectives ranging from traditional doctrinal to empirical to critical-analytical to interdisciplinary scholarship.
This position is subject to acollective bargaining unitbetween The University of Kansas and United Academics that UAKU is the exclusive representative for the bargaining unit and that it is their right to be a member or not be a member of a union without fear of personal or professional repercussions.
KU Law ranks among the top 50 law schools in the nation and lands at #24 among public law schools according to recent U.S. News & World Report Rankings. Law faculty are active scholars researchers and subject matter experts in their fields. KU ranks #19 among public law schools for scholarly impact. Many professors are authors of textbooks and casebooks used in classes at KU and in law schools across the U.S. and overseas.
KUs excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences perspectives and backgrounds of our faculty staff students and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each others success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen heard and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things.
The University of Kansas is a Carnegie doctoral/research-extensive university with a $2.7 billion endowment and a faculty of 3571. Current enrollment is31169 (22544 undergraduate). Students come from 116 nations and all 50 states; 26.6% of KU students are members of minority groups. The 1000-acre main campus is in Lawrence a community of 96000 in hilly northeast Kansas that lies about 35 miles west of Kansas City. Lawrence has a lively downtown and a thriving arts and music scene and its local government has enacted ordinances supporting equality for all members of its population. Lawrence also offers numerous sports and recreational opportunities local shops and a wide range of good restaurants.
Additional Candidate Instruction
The Faculty Appointments Committee will begin reviewing applications on Tuesday September 8 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. Initial interviews will be conducted via Zoom. We will review candidate materials posted in the AALS Faculty Appointments Register (FAR) and also invite applications from candidates not participating in the FAR. We will conduct finalist interviews on the Lawrence campus.
Applications must be submitted onlineat:
- complete applicationshould include the following:
- Cover letter that specifies subject matter teaching interest(s)
- CV or resume
- Detailed statement of research interests and future plans
- Writing sample
- Names of three references.
Required Experience:
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About Company
Thank you for your interest in employment with the University of Kansas. If you need assistance with the application process please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 785-864-4946.