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University of Oklahoma

Associate Professor of Law

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 7 weeks ago

Location: Norman, OK (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/21/2026

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A Law Professor teaches national and regional legislative ideas and truths, as well as the methods used in practicing various forms of law to students through a combination of classroom instruction, field experience, and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field. In some cases, law professors will perform legal services.

$93,685 / year median in Oklahoma

+6% projected growth

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Job Description

University of Oklahoma Norman Campus:

College of Law Description:

The University of Oklahoma College of Law seeks to fill two tenure-track faculty positions beginning in the 2027-2028 academic year. The primary subject matter areas for these hires are Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Professional Responsibility, Federal Indian Law, and Torts. The College also has curricular needs in Remedies, Property, Evidence, Wills and Trusts, Commercial Law, and related areas. We anticipate hiring across these areas based on candidate quality, curricular need, and alignment with available fund opportunities. OU Law's strong national reputation is buttressed by a commitment to attracting and supporting excellent faculty with summer research grants, publication placement bonuses, course reductions based on scholarly productivity, and an extraordinary number of endowed positions. OU Law is a high-quality, affordable, and forward-looking institution. OU Law boasts world-class facilities, a commitment to technological innovation, and a varied student body. OU Law sits on the university's main campus in Norman, a college town alive with entertainment, arts, food, and sports. A perennial "best place to live," Norman has excellent public schools and low cost-of-living. Neighboring Oklahoma City features a dynamic economy, outstanding cultural venues, and a major airport. For additional information regarding the university, visit: http://www.ou.edu/facultyrecruitment

Qualifications:

Applicant Requirements 1. A J.D. or equivalent academic degree 2. Strong academic credentials 3. A commitment to excellence in teaching and demonstrably outstanding potential for scholarship