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Open Rank - Business Associations & Contracts

University of New Mexico
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United States, New Mexico, Albuquerque
1 University Of New Mexico (Show on map)
Sep 06, 2024
Posting Numberreq30880
Employment TypeFaculty
Faculty TypeOpen Rank
Hiring DepartmentSchool of Law (588A)
Academic LocationSchool of Law
CampusMain - Albuquerque, NM
Benefits EligibleThe University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.
Position SummaryThe
University of New Mexico ("UNM") School of Law invites applications
for a faculty position teaching business associations, contracts, and other
business and commercial law topics. This faculty position is a full-time tenured or
tenure-track position starting in Fall 2025. Entry-level and experienced
teachers are encouraged to apply. Courses taught by this faculty member
could include, in addition to business associations and contracts, contract
drafting, business planning, various intellectual property classes, and
commercial law courses such as the UCC. We seek
candidates with scholarly distinction or promise, as well as a commitment to
excellence in teaching.

Offering a J.D.
degree, the UNM School of Law is nationally recognized for innovative classes
that combine law practice skills training with doctrinal instruction and a 10:1
student-to-faculty ratio. Our faculty is one of the most ethnically and
racially diverse faculties in the country and our student body is similarly
diverse.

We
value candidates from varied backgrounds and perspectives in order to enhance
student learning and the faculty's mission of research, teaching, service, and
community engagement in New Mexico, the United States, and the world. Women,
underrepresented racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities,
people who attended law school later in their careers, people from rural
origins, first-generation college graduates, veterans, and groups historically
marginalized in American life are especially encouraged to apply.
Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Candidates must possess a J.D. or equivalent legal degree

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Two years of post-J.D. legal work experience
  • Demonstrated scholarly research and writing ability
  • Demonstrated excellence in teaching in diverse settings
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with other faculty members or other professional colleagues
  • Demonstrated commitment to service
  • Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equality, inclusion, and student success

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through
the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job
advertisement on a 3rd party site, please
visit UNMJobs to submit an application.


All applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and list of references to the University of New Mexico Jobs website.

Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.



For Best ConsiderationFor best consideration, please apply by 9/27/2024. This position will remain open until filled.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.



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