Assistant / Associate Professor / Professor of Law

BITS Law School, Mumbai; Mumbai; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Research grants

Conference funding

Inclusive campus

Job summary

BITS Law School in Mumbai invites applications for full-time faculty at the ranks of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor of Law, starting December 2026. The school seeks dedicated scholars to teach across multiple areas and contribute to curriculum development, research, and student mentorship.

Candidates should hold an LL.M. from a reputed university, with PhD/SJD preferred for senior ranks; Professor applicants require extensive teaching, publication, and leadership

Qualifications

• LL.M. from a reputed university.
• PhD/SJD in Law completed or in progress.
• For Professor: minimum 10 years of teaching at a reputed law school or university and at least one scholarly monograph.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses across assigned areas using innovative pedagogical approaches.
• Engage in research, curriculum development and student mentoring.
• Provide academic leadership and contribute to governance and institution-building.

Skills

Teaching

Scholarly research

Interdisciplinary engagement

Curriculum development

Education

LL.M. from a reputed Indian or international university

PhD / SJD in Law

Job description

Position: Assistant / Associate Professor / Professor of Law

BITS Law School invites applications for full-time faculty positions at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor of Law.

Start Date: December 2026

About BITS Law School

BITS Law School is committed to delivering a transformative legal education that integrates rigorous legal scholarship, interdisciplinary learning, and technology-enabled pedagogy. Our aim is to nurture future leaders who are equipped to contribute to a fair, just, and inclusive society.

Position Overview

BITS Law School is seeking dedicated and dynamic faculty members who will contribute to:

• high-quality teaching and innovative pedagogy
• impactful legal scholarship and research
• academic leadership and institution-building

Successful candidates will actively participate in teaching, research, curriculum development, and student mentoring, while contributing to the growth of a vibrant academic community.

Key Responsibilities

Focus Areas

We are looking for candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Evidence Law
• Labor Law
• Public International Law
• Legal Aid Clinic
• Family Law
• Political Science: Intl. Relations, Political Risk
• Finance | Organizational Behavior

Candidates who are able and willing to teach across two or more of these areas will be strongly preferred.

Educational Qualifications

• LL.M. from a reputed Indian or international university.
• PhD/ SJD in Law completed OR currently in progress at a recognized institution.

For Professor

• PhD or SJD in Law from a reputed Indian or international university.

Experience & Skills

For Assistant/ Associate Professor

• Prior teaching experience or significant professional experience in relevant areas (litigation, law firms, policy research, or academia) will be preferred.
• Demonstrated interest in legal scholarship and interdisciplinary engagement.

For Professor

• Minimum 10 years of teaching experience at a reputed law school or university.
• Authorship of at least one scholarly monograph published by a recognized academic press.
• Minimum 10 peer-reviewed publications in reputed international journals or edited academic volumes.
• Evidence of academic leadership and mentorship will be an advantage.

Faculty members will be expected to:

• Design and deliver engaging courses using innovative pedagogical approaches such as the Socratic method, case-based teaching, and experiential learning.
• Maintain an active research agenda and publish in high-quality peer-reviewed journals and academic outlets.
• Contribute to curriculum development and academic program design.
• Mentor and advise students on academic and professional development.
• Participate in institutional initiatives, committees, and academic governance.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation, commensurate with experience and academic credentials, aligned with leading institutions in India.
• Research and conference grants, including support for international academic engagements.
• A collaborative, inclusive, and intellectually vibrant campus environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to the foundational years of a new law school