Assistant Professor of Law - Shape Policy & Teach

University of California-Berkeley; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 203,900 - 333,600; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Berkeley invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Law. Berkeley Law seeks scholars across diverse law areas with a commitment to teaching, research, and public service.

Candidates should demonstrate excellence in teaching and a track record of or potential for impactful scholarship. The position emphasizes equity, inclusion, and interdisciplinary learning, with a focus on developing leaders in law, government, and society.

Qualifications

• Must hold a J.D. or equivalent by date of application or have advanced to candidacy for a Ph.D. by date of application.
• If no J.D., Ph.D. must be conferred by start date.

Responsibilities

• Teach and mentor a diverse student body across a range of law topics.
• Develop and deliver rigorous courses in accordance with Berkeley Law’s programs and priorities.
• Contribute to scholarly research, mentorship, and service in line with the school’s public mission.

Skills

Teaching ability

Mentoring

Diversity & inclusion

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Public mission commitment

Education

J.D. or equivalent

Ph.D. candidacy/advanced to candidacy

Job description

University of California, Berkeley invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Law. Berkeley Law seeks scholars across diverse law areas with a commitment to teaching, research, and public service.

Candidates should demonstrate excellence in teaching and a track record of or potential for impactful scholarship. The position emphasizes equity, inclusion, and interdisciplinary learning, with a focus on developing leaders in law, government, and society.